Important Update:
Through Feb. 6, the university is operating at Level 2. For classes, this means faculty will have the discretion to choose a fully remote, hybrid, extended classroom or fully in-person format. Masks will be mandatory for in-person classes.
Visit the COVID-19 website to report a positive test, symptoms or exposure, for vaccine and testing information and for other COVID-19 resources.
Admissions and Aid
UCO has temporarily reduced its undergraduate application fee to $40. We look forward to seeing you on campus soon.
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Applications are being accepted for spring 2022, summer 2022 and fall 2022. Learn More.
At Central, we offer unmatched value to our students. That means more than our competitive tuition, diverse financial aid packages and quality academic programs. Our value includes our connection to the Oklahoma City metro, giving our students access to unique service and internship opportunities just minutes away from campus. It’s a combination you won't find everywhere, making the Central experience tough to beat!
Top ranked public regional university in Oklahoma by U.S. News and World Report
Getting Started | Paying for School | Financial Aid and Scholarships | After Admission
Paying for School
A college education is an investment in your future. We connect our students with resources to help pay for the Central experience with a variety of aid and scholarship options. Our students graduate with significantly less debt than the national average. Let’s get started by finding which options are right for you.
How to Pay for SchoolAutomatic Scholarships
Incoming freshmen: See what scholarship you automatically qualify for by entering your ACT and GPA here!
Learn more about automatic scholarships.
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