Learning to lead"Faculty make the difference

in academics at Oklahoma State

University. We have more than

200 degree options supported by

passionate and experienced faculty.

It's really cool when a professor

kicks off a Monday lecture by

recapping an international

conference where he was the keynote

speaker. My professors challenge

me to apply my classroom education

to real-world situations, so I know

I'll be ready for my first real

job. They're available for a quick

question or to give advice about

an internship. I know I'll leave

OSU with a quality education and

mentors who will always be there

for me."

Justin Yearwood

Strategic Communication

“The OSU Honors College does not necessarily

offer a more difficult academic path, but

it challenges you in a different way. My

involvement in the Honors College has

greatly impacted my college experience;

I have had smaller , discussion-based

classes, exciting research opportunities

and a lot of support from my Honors

advisor . My Honors College classmates

are just as academically driven and

goal-oriented as I am, so it has been a

stimulating experience to share classes

with them throughout my time at

Oklahoma State.”

Olivia SnellgroveRussian Language and Literature

"OSU athletics is something you just have to

experience for yourself. There's nothing like

being in Gallagher-Iba Arena or Boone Pickens

Stadium with thousands of other students

cheering on the Cowboys and having a blast.!

I also love that we have the most national

championships in the Big 12 Conference. Most

athletic events are free to students with your

student ID, so it's easy to be part of OSU's winning

traditions."

Megan Brooks

Animal Science/Pre-Vet

"OSU offers a lot of housing choices,

and I loved my time in Kerr-

Drummond. I have always felt at

home in the residence halls because

there is always a friend in the

lounge or down the hall ready to

study or hang out. Campus dining

provides a convenient way to

meet and eat with friends, or grab

something quick on the way to

class. I have everything I need

right here on campus."

Jennifer PayneElementary Education

but we can HELP.

It isn’t free, “Many students think that they

won’t be able to afford college.

This couldn’t be more wrong.

With more than $265 million

given out in scholarships and

financial aid, there are lots of

ways to reduce tuition costs at

Oklahoma State. The Office of

Scholarships and Financial Aid

helps us take advantage of all

of them. The staff has played an

important role in helping me to

graduate debt free by providing

academic scholarships and

encouraging me to find an

on-campus job.”

Matthew RocheHuman Resource Management

“From America’s Greatest Homecoming Celebration to Pistol Pete and the Waving Wheat at football games, OSU has many traditions that make it stand out from any other school in the nation. Homecoming is an enormous display of the passion of students and alumni alike. With events like Walkaround, the Harvest Carnival and the parade, homecoming is a weeklong celebration of Oklahoma State Universit y and the Cowboy Nation.”

Jeffrey HendricksonPhysiology

"When I came to college, I was

shy, but my campus Involvement

helped me break out of that

shell. Once you fInd a place

to get Involved, It’s almost

ImpossIble to quIt there. One

opportunIty almost always

leads to another. WIth more

than 400 clubs and organIzatIons

on campus, It Is easy to fInd

somewhere to get Involved.

I have made some of my best

frIends through actIvItIes on

campus, provIng that educatIon

and frIendshIp are what a

college experIence Is all about."

Scott BlankenshIpComputer EngIneerIng

“Coming from a small town, Stillwater has been the perfect transition for college life. It is the best of both worlds. It is a small, tight-knit community for us small-town kids, but with a large and diverse student population, students from larger cities can feel comfortable here, too. I love spending time at Boomer Lake or getting Eskimo Joe’s famous cheese fries with my friends! Stillwater has become my home away from home.”

Chelsea ThompsonEnglish

“My favorite OSU memories are all about the people, especially meeting my husband, David. The personal attention I received from my professors was exceptional, and they prepared me well for my career as a Certified Public Accountant. We love visiting Stillwater with our family for Homecoming and other events to catch up with friends from our college days and to meet other cowboys. Attending OSU is life changing, and if you are willing to invest yourself in studies, activities and friendships, you will be rewarded for a lifetime.”

Sharon TrojanAccounting Oklahoma State, 1976

“My friends and I have explored Czech and Slovakian forests, lounged on beaches in Italy and Spain, and climbed mountains in Morocco, all through our OSU study abroad experience.

After spending a semester of traveling, learning and growing, I’ve seen how valuable studying abroad can be. I’ve adapted to several new cultures while still retaining my sense of self and general love of Oklahoma. The wonders that I’ve seen, the activities I’ve pursued, and most importantly, the relationships that I’ve formed, have changed my life forever.”

Ry FlemingLiberal Studies

Finance (SSB)Commercial Bank ManagementGeneral

Fire Protection and Safety Technology (CEAT)

Food Science (CASNR)Industry Meat ScienceScience

French (A&S)

General Business (SSB)Pre-Law

Geography (A&S)

Geology (A&S)

German (A&S)

Health Education and Promotion (COE)

Community Health EducationExercise and Health

History (A&S)

Horticulture (CASNR)Horticultural Business Horticultural Science Public Horticulture Turf Management

Hotel and Restaurant Administration (COHS)

Human Development and Family Science (COHS)

Child and Family ServicesEarly Childhood EducationFamily and Consumer Sciences Education Gerontology

Industrial Engineering and Management (CEAT)

International Business (SSB)

Landscape Architecture (CASNR)

Landscape Contracting (CASNR)

Leisure Studies (COE) Leisure Service Management Therapeutic Recreation

Liberal Studies (A&S)

Management (SSB)Human Resource ManagementSports Management

Management Information Systems (SSB)

Information AssuranceManagement Science and Computer Systems

Marketing (SSB)

Mathematics (A&S)

Mechanical Engineering (CEAT)Pre-Medical

Mechanical Engineering Technology (CEAT)

Microbiology, Cell and Molecular Biology (A&S)

Biomedical Science Clinical Laboratory ScienceMicrobial Ecology/EnvironmentalMicrobial PathogenesisMolecular Genetics

Multimedia Journalism (A&S)

Music (A&S)Elective Studies in BusinessPerformance

Music Education (A&S)Instrumental/Vocal Certification

Natural Resource Ecology and Management (CASNR)

Fire Ecology and ManagementFisheries and Aquatic Ecology Forest Ecology and Management Natural History and ConservationRangeland Ecology and Management Wildlife Biology and Pre-Veterinary ScienceWildlife Ecology and Management

Nutritional Sciences (COHS)Allied HealthCommunity Nutrition Dietetics Dietetics and Exercise Human Nutrition/Pre-Medical Sciences Nutrition and Exercise

Philosophy (A&S)

Physical Education (COE)Teacher Education

Physics (A&S)Applied Physics

Physiology (A&S)

Plant and Soil Sciences (CASNR)AgribusinessBioenergy Production Forage and Livestock ProductionPlant BiotechnologyPlant Science Soil Geotechnology Soil and Water Resources

Political Science (A&S)

Psychology (A&S)

Russian Language and Literature (A&S)

Secondary Education (COE)English Foreign Language Mathematics Science Social Studies

Sociology (A&S)AnthropologyApplied Sociology

Spanish (A&S)

Sports Media (A&S)

Statistics (A&S)

Strategic Communication (A&S)

Theatre (A&S)

University Studies (SSB)Multidisciplinary Studies

Zoology (A&S)

COLLEGE CODES

CASNR : College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources

A&S : College of Arts & Sciences

COE : College of Education

CEAT : College of Engineering, Architecture and Technology

COHS : College of Human Sciences

SSB : Spears School of Business

Not sure what you want to study? You aren’t alone. OSU provides special advising for students who are undecided on an academic major.

Economics (A&S)GeneralInternational Economics Relations

Education (COE)Non certification

Electrical Engineering (CEAT)

Electrical Engineering Technology (CEAT)

Computer Telecommunications

Elementary Education (COE)

English (A&S)Creative WritingScreen Studies Professional Writing

Entomology (CASNR)Insect Biology and Ecology Bioforensics, Pre-Veterinary

and Pre-Medical Sciences

Entrepreneurship (SSB)

Environmental Science (CASNR)Environmental PolicyNatural Resources Water Resources

MajorsAccounting (SSB)

Aerospace Administration and Operations (COE)

Aerospace Logistics Aerospace Security Aviation Management Professional Pilot Technical Service Management

Aerospace Engineering (CEAT)

Agribusiness (CASNR) Agricultural Communications Double MajorCrop and Soil Science Farm and Ranch Management Finance Management Marketing Pre-Law Pre-Veterinary Business Management

Agricultural Communications (CASNR)Agribusiness Double MajorAnimal Science Double Major

Agricultural Economics (CASNR)Accounting Double Major International Agricultural Marketing

Agricultural Education (CASNR)Horticulture Double Major Teaching

Agricultural Leadership (CASNR)Extension EducationInternational Studies

American Studies (A&S)

Animal Science (CASNR)Agricultural Communications Double Major Agricultural Education Double Major Animal BiotechnologyBusinessInternationalLivestock MerchandisingPre-Veterinary Animal Science ProductionRanch Operations

Architectural Engineering (CEAT) Structures

Architecture (CEAT)

Art (A&S)Art HistoryStudio Art Graphic Design Studio

Athletic Training (COE)ClinicalPre-Professional

Biochemistry (A&S)

Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (CASNR)

Pre-Medical or Pre-Veterinary Science

Biological Science (A&S)

Biosystems Engineering (CEAT)Biomechanical Bioprocessing and BiotechnologyEnvironmental and Natural ResourcesFood Processing

Botany (A&S)

Career and Technical Education (COE)

Business and Information Technology EducationHealth Occupations Education Marketing EducationTechnology Education CertificationNoncertification

Chemical Engineering (CEAT)Biomedical/Biochemical Pre-Medical

Chemistry (A&S)ACS ApprovedDepartmental Degree

Civil Engineering (CEAT)Environmental

Communication Sciences and Disorders (A&S)

Computer Engineering (CEAT)

Computer Science (A&S)

Construction Management Technology (CEAT)

Building Heavy

Design, Housing and Merchandising (COHS)

Apparel Design and Production Interior DesignMerchandising

Economics (SSB)Business Economics and Quantitative Studies Pre-Law

College INfo

The College of human SCienCeS is home to OSU’s nationally-ranked hotel and restaurant administration and interior design programs, in addition to programs in apparel design and production, child and family services, merchandising and nutrition. Additionally, Human Sciences’ early childhood education students gain more than 1,500 hours of classroom experience through the program and enjoy a 100-percent employment rate.

The College of arTS and SCienCeS is OSU’s largest and most diverse academic college, with options in everything from art to zoology. Its faculty are leaders across the range of 24 fields, representing life, physical, and mathematical sciences; fine arts and humanities; social sciences; and media and strategic communications. Undergraduate research, study abroad, and internships complement classroom experiences to prepare students for graduate study as well as careers in corporations, government, and education. A&S provides the university-wide advising for health professions and law.

OSU’s famed College of agriCulTural SCienCeS and naTural reSourCeS provides students with 16 majors and more than 50 study options. Its award-winning academic programs focus on careers in science, business, education, engineering, technology, leadership, natural resources and communications. Faculty and students are recognized nationally and internationally for their achievements in academics, research and community involvement.

The SpearS SChool of BuSineSS provides the tools for students to pursue their passion. Whether their interests lie in sports, banking, music, or designing high technology, business fundamentals learned from each Spears department make these endeavors attainable. One of the Spears School gems is the Center for Telecommunications and Network Security which houses the National Repository for Digital Forensic Information used by law enforcement officials worldwide. Another is OSU’s School of Entrepreneurship, part of a campus-wide effort to promote entrepreneurship in higher education.

Honors students can enroll in a variety of classes and special seminars taught by top faculty members. As an honors student, you will also receive specialized advising and opportunities for undergraduate research.

Honors students also have access to a special computer lab in historic Old Central. They receive extended library checkout privileges and earn priority enrollment starting their second semester.

Honors students also have the option to live in the honors residence hall, Stout Hall. Space is limited.

Information: okstate.edu/honors

This office can enrich your college experience and help you apply for a host of academic and leadership awards, including the Rhodes, Marshall, Mitchell, Gates-Cambridge, Goldwater, Truman and Udall scholarships.

In addition to informal advising, a debate and writing skills class, and other opportunities, the office provides the following:

Freshman Research – an early chance to learn top-notch research methods and receive guided research experience with an OSU faculty member.

Wentz Research Projects – a competitive program for undergraduate students who want to continue research at a higher level.

Wentz General/Leadership Scholarships – a competitive program for student leaders who are strong academically and involved in community and campus service projects.

Summer study in Cambridge, England – an annual trip for 20 outstanding students to take an OSU course at Magdalene College.

Information: scholardevelopment.okstate.edu

did you know?OSU was named a Truman Honor Institution in 2000 for its high number of Truman Scholars and for encouraging students to work in public service. 16 OSU students won Truman scholarships from 1977 to 2011.

The henry Bellmon offiCe of SCholar developmenT and reCogniTion

The College of engineering, arChiTeCTure and TeChnology is Oklahoma’s largest such academic college. Its undergraduate students are among the best in the nation, as evidenced by their strong performance and numerous championships in national design competitions. Architecture professionals recently ranked OSU’s architecture school among the nation’s top 20, the magazine DesignIntelligence reported.

The College of eduCaTion’S career and technical education program was ranked as the No. 7 such program in the nation by U.S. News and World Report in 2010. The college also is one of the few institutions that offers a four-year degree in aviation. In addition to programs in elementary, secondary and physical education, the college offers degrees in athletic training, health promotion, recreation management and therapeutic recreation. Through research-based methodology and practical experiences, OSU graduates leave prepared to enrich the lives of others in diverse settings.

free TuToring and aCademiC adviSing is available for all OSU students, including transfers, studying any major.

Tutoring services are available from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday.

learning and STudenT SuCCeSS opporTuniTy CenTer CounSelorS can answer your questions about majors, courses or OSU policies. The center also keeps degree sheets in its offices so you can compare majors. The department also offers courses in study skills and adjustments to college life.

Information: uas.okstate.edu

oSu offerS oTher ServiCeS To help you wiTh your CourSework.The oSu wriTing CenTer helps students write at a college level. Tutors staff four campus locations in the architecture school, Edmon Low Library, Morrill Hall and the Business Building.

Appointments can be made online through english.okstate.edu/writing, which also has helpful links to writing tools students can use on their own.

The maThemaTiCS learning reSourCe CenTer helps students through their math courses. Whether it’s college algebra, Calculus III or differential equations, tutors there help students from all academic backgrounds sort out their courses. The center is on the fourth floor of the Classroom Building.

Information: www.math.okstate.edu/mlrc

edmon low liBraryOSU’s academic heart is pounding with more than 3.4 million volumes, nearly 200,000 government documents, more than 4.5 million microforms and nearly 800,000 electronic books. Students can check out laptops at the circulation desk or use desktop computers in its first-floor lab. The library is also packed with out-of-the-way places to study.

aCademiC ServiCeSinTereSTed in mediCine or law?

Like most universities, OSU has pre-law, medicine and veterinary programs if you’re planning on continuing your education in those areas. OSU offers special advising in these subjects, but you can major in whatever discipline you believe best prepares you for your chosen path.

Should you decide to stay a Cowboy, OSU’s veterinary and medical schools are among the best in the nation at what they do.

The CenTer for veTerinary healTh SCienCeS is one of the top veterinary schools in the nation. The center features active programs in biomedical research and facilities including a teaching hospital, diagnostic disease laboratory, and state-of-the-art infectious disease labs, in addition to a curriculum at the cutting edge of veterinary medicine education.

oSu’S College of oSTeopaThiC mediCine in Tulsa has a special emphasis on training rural providers. In addition to osteopathic medicine, it trains students in forensics and research. Its curriculum is student-centered and problem-based, structured around small group learning. Most of its graduates go on to practice in primary care, although others work in a wide range of specialties.

More than 6,000 students from 71 countries live inside OSU’s 26 residence halls suites, apartments and community-style living areas.

All halls are on campus, tobacco-free, and have cable and Internet access, in addition to 24-hour security provided by OSU police.

All single-student residence halls have free laundry. There are also apartment options for graduate students as well as students with spouses and children.

Many of the residence halls feature Living Learning Communities of students who share each other’s academic interests or other commonalities. Those include everything from values to academic majors such as agriculture or engineering.

Nine-month, summer and 12-month housing options are available.

Units in traditional residence halls and suites are furnished. Apartments are usually furnished, although some at OSU are not. Check online for specifics.

Information: reslife.okstate.edu

There are more than 30 places to eat on OSU’s campus.Options range from national franchises to unique offerings from the university. All feature healthy dining choices to keep you eating well. Many of them have choices for students with dietary restrictions.

Each eatery accepts OSU’s five student meal plans structured according to cost and how much students plan to use campus dining.

Bursar charges, cash and major credit cards are also accepted.

Many of the food products sold are made in Oklahoma. Also, a farmer’s market is held on campus every second and fourth Thursday of the month from June to October.

Dining locations can be found in residence halls, Adams Market, the Student Union, Edmon Low Library and North Classroom Building.

Information: dining.okstate.edu

The first step is applying for admission. At Oklahoma State, we’re committed to helping qualified students get admitted to OSU to begin earning their college degrees. Check out our four admission options below to see how you can become an OSU Cowboy.

Want to be an oSU CoWboy?

ADMISSIONS DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:1. Comple ted Admiss ions /Scho la r sh ip A pp l i ca t ion and $ 40 non- re fundab le app l i ca t ion fee.2. O f f i c ia l h igh schoo l t ranscr ip t re f lec t ing unwe igh ted G PA and c lass rank ( i f ava i lab le ) .3 . ACT o r S AT tes t sco res .

MINIMUM HIGH SCHOOL PERFORMANCE CRITERIA FOR ADMISSION OF FIRST TIME ENTERING STUDENTS

**Option 4 does not guarantee admission. Applicants who meet the criteria will be reviewed by the Admissions Review Committee before a decision is rendered. In addition, applicants must have a complete application submitted 10 business days before the start date of the semester for which they are applying. A complete application includes all required documents listed above.

15-Unit Core Curricular Requirements: 4 units of English (Grammar, Composition and Literature); 3 units of Mathematics (Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II and above), 3 units of History and Citizenship Skills (Must include 1 unit of American History and 2 units from the subjects of history, Economics, Geography, Government, Civics and/or Non-Western Culture); 3 units lab science (Biology, Chemistry, Physical Sciences, Physics or any lab science certified by school district) and 2 units of other courses selected from any of the sections above or computer science or foreign language.Home Study or Unaccredited High Schools: Graduates must satisfy the curricular requirements and have either a 1090 SAT or a 24 ACT score. Grade point average and class rank are not used to evaluate students who fall under either category.

OPTION 1 ACT/SAT 24 or 1090

OPTION 2 High School GPA and Class Rank 3.0 unweighted and Top 33.3%

OPTION 3 High School GPA in the 15-unit core and ACT/SAT 3.0 and 21 ACT or 980 SAT

OPTION 4** High School GPA in the 15-unit core or ACT/SAT and answers to application questions

3.0 or 22 ACT or 1020 SAT and answers to the application questions

Figures represent the best estimate as of June 2011

Undergraduate Oklahoma Resident Nonresident

Tuition & Fees* $7,470 $18,070Room & Board $8,100 $8,100Books & Supplies $1,040 $1,040

Total Direct Expenses $16,610 $27,210

Transportation $1,930 $1,930Personal & Miscellaneous $2,610 $2,610

Additional Personal Expenses $4,540 $4,540

*Some programs, such as OSU tuition scholarships and Oklahoma’s Promise, pay all or part of the cost of “tuition” only, not “fees.” To determine an estimate of tuition charges separate from fees, go to http://bursar.okstate.edu.

CoST of aTTendanCeSCholarShip CharTThe priority deadline for receipt of the Undergraduate Admissions Application for scholarship consideration is February 1 for fall-entering students and October 15 for spring-entering students. Applications received after these dates may not be considered for all scholarship programs and will be considered only if funds remain available.

SCHOLARSHIP DESCRIPTION AMOUNT ELIGIBILITYNational Merit Scholarship Combination of National Merit, state, and/or univer-

sity fundingUp to $55,500 for OK residents***Up to $112,300 for nonresidents***

Based upon regulations for National Merit competition and/or OSRHE Academic Scholar criteria. For program details, go to our website at www.okstate.edu/finaid/

Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education (OSRHE) Academic Scholars (OK residents only)

Combination of state and university funding Up to $43,500 for OK residents*** Based upon regulations for National Merit competition and/or OSRHE Academic Scholar criteria. For program details, go to our website at www.okstate.edu/finaid/

OSRHE Institutional Nominee Combination of state and university funding . Eighty awards per year

Up to $32,700 for OK residents*** Up to $67,900 for nonresidents***

Based upon regulations for OSRHE Institutional Nomi-nee criteria. For program details, go to www.okstate.edu/finaid/

Regents’ Distinguished Scholarship (OK residents only)

Tuition scholarship. Renewable for up to four years with 3.00 cumulative graduation/retention GPA and 28 hours earned each year

Up to $2,500 per year** 30+ ACT or 1330+ SAT and 3.00 unweighted GPA; or National Merit Semifinalist or Commended status and 3.00 unweighted GPA; or National Achievement Semifinalist or Outstanding Participant status and 3.00 unweighted GPA; or National Hispanic Scholar or Hon-orable Mention status and 3.00 unweighted GPA

Academic Excellence Scholarship (OK residents only)

Tuition scholarship. Renewable for up to four years with 3.00 cumulative graduation/retention GPA and 28 hours earned each year

Up to $2,000 per year** 28–29 ACT/1250–1320 SAT and 3.25 unweighted HS GPA 27 ACT/1210 SAT and 3.50 unweighted HS GPA 26 ACT/1170 SAT and 3.60 unweighted HS GPA 25 ACT/1130 SAT and 3.70 unweighted HS GPA 24 ACT/1090 SAT and 3.80 unweighted HS GPA

Valedictorian Scholarship (OK residents only)

Tuition scholarship. Renewable for up to four years with 3.00 cumulative graduation/retention GPA and 28 hours earned each year

Up to $1,250 per year Valedictorian designation by high school, according to OSU Valedictorian Scholarship Eligibility Rules

Academic Opportunity Award (OK residents only)

Tuition award. Renewable for up to four years with 3.00 cumulative graduation/retention GPA and 28 hours earned each year

Up to $1,250 per year Demonstrated financial need. Preference to students from under-represented high schools or economically disadvantaged areas of the state and to first generation college students

Nonresident Achievement Scholarship (Nonresidents only)

Nonresident tuition scholarship. Recipients must pay resident tuition and any remaining nonresident tuition after the scholarship is applied. Renewable for up to four years with 3.00 cumulative graduation/retention GPA and 28 hours earned each year

Up to $12,500 per year Up to $10,000 per year Up to $8,750 per year Up to $7,000 per year

1330+ SAT or 30+ ACT 1210–1320 SAT or 27–29 ACT 1130–1200 SAT or 25–26 ACT 1090–1120 SAT or 24 ACT (3.00 unweighted HS GPA required for all ranges)

Cowboy Covenant – an Oklahoma’s Promise Partnership

Cash scholarship. Renewable up to four years. Oklahoma’s Promise covers tuition. OSU provides funding for mandatory fees and a book allowance of $1,040 after other aid has paid

Dependent upon other aid received, more than $25,000 over four years including Oklahoma’s Promise benefits. Total value will vary depending on other aid received.

Fully admitted recipients of Oklahoma’s Promise, a program of the Oklahoma State Regent’s for Higher Education, who have filed a Free Application for Federal Student Aid

Alumni Legacy Scholarship (Nonresidents only)

Nonresident tuition scholarship. Recipients must pay resident tuition and any remaining nonresident tuition after the scholarship is applied. Freshman award renewable up to 4 years. Transfer award available up to 3 years. Renewable for up to four years with 3.00 cumulative graduation/retention GPA and 28 hours earned each year

Up to $5,000 per year Child/grandchild of OSU alumnus who earned a bach-elor’s degree or higher at OSU. Qualifying parent/grand-parent alumnus must have graduated before student attends OSU

* Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. ** Students receiving this award who have unmet need of at least $2,000 (as determined by the FAFSA) will receive an additional $500 per year. *** Estimated based on 30 credit hours per academic year. The awards/scholarships listed above are not stackable. SAT scores from the new SAT are computed without including the essay score.

For the most up-to-date and complete listing of scholarship opportunities, please visit okstate.edu/finaid

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Office of Undergraduate Admissions800-233-5019 ext. 1

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