Welcome Home Stars!
Oklahoma City University is committed to providing our century-old tradition of excellent education to students from any high school, college, state, or country. We are especially dedicated to providing the same education to students like you who have had the personalized education of homeschooling. We like to call you the Home Stars.
We believe that Oklahoma City University is a perfect fit for Home Stars because of our small classes and the one-on-one attention you receive from your professors.
HOME STARS ADMISSION PROCESS
1. Apply.
We accept our online application or the Common Application.
- Use the essay as your opportunity to tell us more about yourself. Suggested essay topics are available, but please feel free to write about anything you believe will help our admissions committee determine your admittance Oklahoma City University.
2. Send your official transcripts to OCU.
Submit an official copy of your transcript from your secondary coursework, including any dual or concurrent credit accrued.
- We accept electronic transcripts sent via XAP or Parchment.
- We accept transcripts via mail.
ATTN: Admissions at OCU
2501 N. Blackwelder Ave.
Oklahoma City, OK 73106
- We DO NOT accept emailed transcripts.
For questions about transcripts please call:
(405) 208-5050 or (800) 633-7242 ext. 1
3. Submit your high school counselor recommendation form.
This can be completed by your primary instructor, including a parent or college professor.
4. Send us your official ACT or SAT scores or let us know if you have not been able to test. If you are unable to provide a class rank or a test score, you will be reviewed through our test optional pathway, a holistic review process which evaluates students on their admission application, high school GPA, class rigor, involvement, service and leadership, counselor recommendation letter, and additional letter of recommendation. You will need to ensure you answer all questions on your application—even those that are optional, submit a secondary letter of recommendation, and submit your resume that includes your activities, service and leadership.
5. Pay the $55 application fee.
The fee is non-refundable.
We accept the NACAC Fee waiver.
* Feel free at any time to contact our Home Stars Admissions Counselor.
FAQ
1. Who should fill out my High School Counselor Recommendation?
Whomever your primary inductor is. That can be a parent, professor, or high school counselor.
2. What type of transcripts do I need to submit?
We are looking for basic transcripts. Please include the name of the courses taken and letter grade. Please distinguish if any courses were honors, AP, or concurrent.
3. Do I need a letter of recommendation?
You need your high school counselor recommendation form. We do encourage homeschool students to submit an extra letter of recommendation from someone that can attest to their academic ability. It is not necessary for your application to complete.
5. What ACT or SAT score qualifies me for scholarships?
A 22 on the ACT/1100 on the SAT and a 3.0 weighted or unweighted high school GPA qualifies you for our grid scholarships.
6. Should I wait to apply until after I take my ACT or SAT?
If you want to take the ACT or SAT after you apply send us your new score. We will accept your highest score for scholarship consideration. Please note that the ACT/SAT are not required for admission or all OCU scholarships.
If you are unable to provide a class rank or a test score, you will be reviewed through our test optional pathway, a holistic review process which evaluates students on their admission application, high school GPA, class rigor, involvement, service and leadership, counselor recommendation letter, and additional letter of recommendation. You will need to ensure you answer all questions on your application—even those that are optional, submit a secondary letter of recommendation, and submit your resume that includes your activities, service and leadership.
More Questions? Check out our FAQ page for more information.