By KimberlyR on Feb 13, 2012 in class, Staff | 0 Comments
The University of Oklahoma is a big name school with a small college feel, and being a part of the Honors College is great way to make it even smaller! If you’re looking for a private school atmosphere and an intense learning environment, then Honors College is for you. Our Honors College offers classes that [...]
By ChristieG on Feb 3, 2012 in Getting Started, Information, Staff, The Future, Tips | 0 Comments
Test Prep/taking the ACT and SAT I’m going to level with you – there’s nothing fun about taking a 4+ hour test on a Saturday morning. Even if you score off the charts and earn a huge scholarship, you still probably won’t enjoy taking the ACT or SAT. But by employing a few simple strategies, [...]
By AmyB on Jan 17, 2012 in Information, Staff | 0 Comments
Applied to OU? Check! Admitted to OU and completed the Enrollment Commitment? Check! Set up your Ozone account and email? Check! Now what?!?! Well, if you need assistance with paying for college (and who doesn’t need additional funding after the holidays), it’s definitely time to learn the facts! Allow me to elaborate…
By PaolaL on Jan 4, 2012 in Getting Started, Information, Staff | 0 Comments
Sooner Connection is one of the ways that OU Recruitment Services helps to keep prospective students and future Sooners up-to-date about deadlines, OU campus events, recruitment events and when your OU Representative visits your region for college fairs or school visits. It is a place where you will find information regarding your academic interests, scholarships, [...]
By SheppardM on Dec 8, 2011 in Housing, Staff, Uncategorized | 0 Comments
So you’ve been admitted…what’s next? If you answered filling out your housing application and contract, you’re right! This is a two step process that brings you closer to being ready for your freshman year. Housing will be an experience like no other you will ever have.
By MandyM on Oct 19, 2011 in Events, Staff, Uncategorized | 1 Comment
There’s only one way to find out if a college is right for you. A small glimpse of what life would be as a student on a particular campus can give you the assurance that a college is your best fit. Attending a school “sight unseen” is never recommended. For this reason OU offers you [...]
By StephanieB on Oct 13, 2011 in Getting Started, Information, Staff, Tips | 0 Comments
Take initiative. It shows a lot about a person’s character when they don’t have to be asked or told what to do. Reach out to your representative from the university you are interested in and know when deadlines are for applications, scholarships, housing, and commitments. You can locate your personal OU Representative here. Be mindful [...]
By TreyM on Aug 1, 2011 in Information, Opportunities, Staff, The Future, Tips, Uncategorized | 0 Comments
July has come and gone and school is just around the corner. For you seniors, the most important year of your life is about to begin. You’re going to have many important decisions to make; the most important of which is where you will be going to college. Hopefully you have taken a few college [...]
By TreyM on Jul 7, 2011 in Getting Started, Information, Staff, The Future, Tips | 0 Comments
I hope everyone is enjoying the summer – I know I sure am! We just celebrated the 4th of July which means summer is about halfway over. Now, I’m telling you this not to stress you out, but I want you to begin to prepare yourself. Next year you will be seniors in high school, [...]
By StephanieB on Jun 13, 2011 in Alumni, community, Getting Started, Information, Staff, Tips | 0 Comments
School’s out for summer! I’m sure by now you have reset your alarm clock to 10 a.m., found the closest swimming pool, and bought midnight tickets to Harry Potter. Summer is a great time to relax and refresh. It’s also a great time to get a jump start on one of the most challenging steps [...]