University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma, OK
School Type
Public
Acceptance Rate
66%
Tuition
In-state: $6,570
Out-of-state: $16,020
Eligibility For Public Schools
Out of State
International Students
N/A
US News Ranking
#173-#229 in National Liberal Arts Colleges
Scholarships
Academic Scholars Program
Type
Competitive
Amount
$13,420
Required GPA
3.5
Required SAT
0
Required Act
30
Mid 50 ACT
24-29
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math: 410-510
SAT Critical Reading: 390-490
Description
Academic Scholars Program
Students automatically qualify for the Academic Scholars Program by being named a Presi?dential Scholar by the U.S. Department of Education, a National Merit Scholar or National Merit Finalist, or by scoring in the 99th percentile on a National ACT.
Drover Academic Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
$3,600
Required GPA
3.5
Required SAT
0
Required Act
27
Mid 50 ACT
19-24
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math: 410-510
SAT Critical Reading: 390-490
Description
Drover Academic Scholarship
Available to high school seniors having a GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale and a composite ACT score of 27 or higher. This is a one-year scholarship. Oklahoma residency and U.S. citizenship are required. Scholarship is a tuition waiver.
Estimated value: $3,600
Fast Track Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
$5,628
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
19-24
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math: 410-510
SAT Critical Reading: 390-490
Description
The Fast Track Scholarship is a tuition waiver for the independent study and/or summer term available to any Oklahoma resident who is a graduate of an Oklahoma high school and enters USAO as a beginning first-year student (earning a minimum of 12 hours each trimester). Students must be enrolled in a minimum of 12 hours during the independent study and/or summer term to qualify. The scholarship waives tuition up to 14 credit hours. The scholarship will be available for a total of three consecutive years if the student makes satisfactory academic progress and remains in continuous, full-time attendance (successfully completing a minimum of 12 hours each trimester). U.S. citizenship is also required.
Estimated value: $2,814 per summer term
Green & Gold Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
$1,200 - $2,200
Required GPA
3
Required SAT
0
Required Act
22
Mid 50 ACT
19-24
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math: 410-510
SAT Critical Reading: 390-490
Description
Available to high school seniors having a GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale and a composite ACT score of 22 or higher. This is a one-year scholarship. Oklahoma residency and U.S. citizenship are required. Scholarship is a tuition waiver.
Estimated value: $1,200 - $2,200
High School Concurrent Student Tuition Waiver
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
19-24
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math: 410-510
SAT Critical Reading: 390-490
Description
High School Concurrent Student Tuition Waiver
This scholarship is a tuition waiver for high school seniors who are admitted under the Concurrent Admissions Policy requirements. The scholarship waives tuition for up to 6 credit hours each term.
International Student Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
$7,500
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
19-24
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math: 410-510
SAT Critical Reading: 390-490
Description
This four-year scholarship waives some of the non-resident tuition for international students who are admitted under regular admissions and enroll full-time. Recipients of this scholar?ship must maintain a 2.00 GPA and meet Satisfactory Academic Progress. Eligibility for transfer students will be considered based on their academic profile from all college transcripts. (International students who are on an athletics roster will be awarded through Athletics Scholarships. This scholarship cannot be stacked with an athletics non-resident tuition waiver.)
Estimated Value: $7,500 per year
Legacy Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
$10,350
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
19-24
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math: 410-510
SAT Critical Reading: 390-490
Description
This four-year scholarship waives the additional non-resident tuition for first-time freshmen students whose primary residence is outside of Oklahoma, are U.S. citizens and are direct descendants (child or grandchild) of a USAO Alumni. The student must be admitted under regular admissions, enrolled full-time and pursuing a degree. Recipients of this scholarship must maintain a 2.00 GPA and meet Satisfactory Academic Progress. Eligibility for transfer students will be considered based on their academic profile from all college transcripts.
Estimated Value: $10,350 per year
Novikow Music Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
$6,030
Required GPA
3
Required SAT
0
Required Act
20
Mid 50 ACT
19-24
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math: 410-510
SAT Critical Reading: 390-490
Description
Novikow Music Scholarship
Four-year scholarship awarded to high school seniors who have a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale and a composite ACT score of 20 or higher. This scholarship is not limited to Oklahoma residents. Students must be declared music majors and audition for the scholarship. The scholarship is renewable for 3 years with maintenance of a 3.0 GPA, continuous enrollment in recital and a major ensemble, and enrollment in 15 credit hours per term. Scholarship is the cost of in-state tuition up to 18 credit hours.
This scholarship is highly competitive and limited to four per year.
Estimated value: $6,030
Out Of State Tuition Waiver
Type
Competitive
Amount
$7,500
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
19-24
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math: 410-510
SAT Critical Reading: 390-490
Description
This four-year scholarship waives some of the additional non-resident tuition for students who are U.S. citizens, whose primary residence is outside of Oklahoma, are admitted under regular admissions, and enrolled full-time. Recipients of this scholarship must maintain a 2.00 GPA and meet Satisfactory Academic Progress. Continuing students who later earn a cumulative 2.75 GPA for their college work can be reviewed for the full non-resident tuition waiver. Eligibility for transfer students will be considered based on their academic profile from all college transcripts.
Estimated Value: $7,500 per year
President's Leadership Council Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
$6,820
Required GPA
3.5
Required SAT
0
Required Act
24
Mid 50 ACT
19-24
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math: 410-510
SAT Critical Reading: 390-490
Description
Four-year scholarship awarded to high school seniors having a GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale and a composite ACT score of 24. Must be an Oklahoma resident and U.S. citizen. A separate application is required for this scholarship. Recipients must maintain contract requirements (GPA, attendance, leadership positions, participation, etc.) for renewal each year. Applications and supporting documents must be received in the Financial Aid Office on or before February 1, 2018 to be considered. No exceptions. Scholarship is a tuition waiver of $3,800 ($1,900 in fall and spring) and a room waiver for a double occupancy room in Sparks Hall or the equivalent amount towards an apartment in Lawson Court.
Regional University Baccalaureate Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
$13,420
Required GPA
3.5
Required SAT
0
Required Act
30
Mid 50 ACT
19-24
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math: 410-510
SAT Critical Reading: 390-490
Description
Regional University Baccalaureate Scholarship (Priority date: February 10)
Also known as the 'Regents Baccalaureate' Scholarship at USAO; this four-year scholarship is awarded to high school seniors having a National ACT score of at least 30 and an exceptional high school GPA and rank (Preference given to 3.50 GPA and higher). Must be an Oklahoma resident and a U.S. citizen. Recipients of this scholarship must maintain a graduation retention GPA of 3.25 and complete 24 hours each academic year to maintain the scholarship.
Scholarship covers tuition, basic fees, room and meal plan (if dependent and living on campus). The room waiver is a double occupancy room in Sparks Hall or the equivalent amount towards an apartment in Lawson Court. The meal plan is the 225 meals or one of lesser value. Scholarship amount is dependent upon enrollment status and the student's final financial aid package.
Spirit Squad Scholarships
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
19-24
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math: 410-510
SAT Critical Reading: 390-490
Description
Spirit Squad Scholarships
Auditions are required. Scholarships are tuition waivers for one year. Amounts will vary based on available funding.
The Joseph And Marjorie Dougherty Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
$4,000
Required GPA
3.5
Required SAT
0
Required Act
28
Mid 50 ACT
19-24
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math: 410-510
SAT Critical Reading: 390-490
Description
The Joseph and Marjorie Dougherty Scholarship (Priority Date: December 1, 2016)
Four-year scholarship awarded to high school seniors. Preference will be given to students with a GPA of 3.50 or higher on a 4.0 scale and ACT score of 28 or higher. Preference will also be given to Education majors or other teacher related professions. Not limited to Oklahoma residents, but must be a U.S. citizen.
University Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
$3,200
Required GPA
3.25
Required SAT
0
Required Act
24
Mid 50 ACT
19-24
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math: 410-510
SAT Critical Reading: 390-490
Description
University Scholarship
Available to high school seniors having a GPA of 3.25 on a 4.0 scale and a composite ACT score of 24 or higher. This is a one-year scholarship. Oklahoma residency and U.S. citizenship are required. Scholarship is a tuition waiver.
Estimated value: $3,200
Welcome To Oklahoma Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
$10,350
Required GPA
3
Required SAT
0
Required Act
24
Mid 50 ACT
19-24
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math: 410-510
SAT Critical Reading: 390-490
Description
This four-year scholarship waives the additional non-resident tuition for students who are U.S. citizens, whose primary residence is outside of Oklahoma. First-time freshman eligibility requires at least a 24 ACT or SAT equivalent, and a high school GPA of 3.00. Students must be full-time and degree-seeking. Maintenance requires a GPA of 2.75 and satisfactory academic progress. Eligibility for transfer students will be considered based on their academic profile from all college transcripts. Scholarship is a full waiver of non-resident tuition.
Estimated Value: $10,350 per year
Talent Plus Scholarship
Type
Talent
Amount
$3,200 - $3,600
Required GPA
3.25
Required SAT
0
Required Act
24
Mid 50 ACT
19-24
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math: 410-510
SAT Critical Reading: 390-490
Description
Talent Plus Scholarship
Given for talent in Art, Drama, and Music. Available to high school seniors having a GPA of 3.25 on a 4.0 scale and a composite ACT score of 24 or higher. This is a one-year scholar?ship. Oklahoma residency and U.S. citizenship are required. A demonstration of talent is required through an audition, portfolio review, etc. Scholarship is a tuition waiver.
Estimated value: $3,200 - $3,600
Talent Scholarship
Type
Talent
Amount
$800 to $2,000
Required GPA
3
Required SAT
0
Required Act
19
Mid 50 ACT
19-24
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math: 410-510
SAT Critical Reading: 390-490
Description
Talent Scholarship
Given for talent in Art, Drama, and Music. Available to high school seniors having a GPA of 3.00 on a 4.0 scale and a composite ACT score of 19 or higher. This is a one-year scholar?ship. Oklahoma residency and U.S. citizenship are required. A demonstration of talent is required through an audition, portfolio review, etc. Scholarship is a tuition waiver.
Estimated value: $800 to $2,000
Thomas Chrobak, CCFS®
CERTIFIED COLLEGE FUNDING SPECIALIST®
Other
1130 West Lake Cook Road, Buffalo Grove IL, 60089
(847) 737-7533