Important Update:
UCO COVID-19 protocols remain in place for the spring 2021 semester. Masks are required on campus when around others.
Important resources: COVID-19 Testing | Report Exposure/Positive Test | On-Campus Vaccine Clinic | COVID-19 Vaccination Self-Reporting | Virtual services | COVID-19 website
Apply to UCO
UCO has temporarily reduced its undergraduate application fee to $40. We look forward to seeing you on campus soon.
Undergraduate Applications | International Undergraduate Applications | Graduate Applications
Undergraduate - U.S. Citizen and Permanent Residents
Before you Apply
Have the information below prepared before you begin the application process. This will help you be able to fill out the application quicker.
- Current contact information including address, email and phone number.
- Academic History (Example: High School, list of previous colleges or institutions you have attended)
- College plans, including intended major and the semester you want to begin taking courses at UCO.
- Not sure what to apply as? Need help figuring out your Admissions? We can help!
Test-Optional Admission
UCO has been selected for a pilot program for test-optional admission through Spring 2026. Students may still submit ACT or SAT scores to be considered for academic scholarships.
For more information about applying or to receive additional information about the admissions process fill out the undergraduate future student inquiry form.
Be advised: You don't have to complete your application in one session. An application fee of $40 will be charged once completed.
Begin a New Undergraduate Application
Undergraduate - International Students
International students who are seeking to study in the United States on visas or are awaiting approval of US Permanent Residency and wish to study undergraduate-level degrees or courses.
Be advised: You don't have to complete your application in one session. An application fee of $50 will be charged once completed.
Begin a New International Application (Undergraduate Only)
Graduate - US Citizen and International Students
U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident, Undocumented or DACA students and all students outside of the U.S. who wish to take graduate-level courses.
Be advised: You don't have to complete your application in one session. An application fee of $60 will be charged once completed.