Transfer: Frequently Asked Questions
Define a transfer student.
Any undergraduate student with college hours that were not earned through concurrent enrollment during high school.
NOTE: Students graduating from high school with college credit are not considered transfer students. However, their college credits can still transfer to OCU.
How do I enroll in classes/ How do I transfer to OCU?
Transfer students must apply and submit their official transcripts to OCU in order to considered for admission. Once they have been admitted, student will start working with their academic advisor for enrollment and continue working with their admissions counselor through the financial aid and scholarship process.
Students can only enroll in classes after being admitted and meeting with their academic advisor.
NOTE: Transfer nursing applicants must apply through NursingCAS. not through the OCU website.
Who can help me with my application?
The OCU Admissions Office has Transfer Admissions Counselors who work with every student through the application and financial aid process.
Do I have to fill out the essay part of the application?
Yes, the essay helps us learn more about you. The exception is RN-BSN applicants, who do not have to submit an essay.
Is there an application fee?
Yes, there is an application fee of $55.
What is the deadline for the application?
OCU offers rolling admission. However, for best scholarship consideration it is recommended that you apply early.
NOTE: The Kramer School of Nursing does strict have deadlines for admission. Please visit the KSN website for more information.
How do I send in my transcripts?
Transcripts are considered official when they are sent directly from the college or university you have attended, either electronically or by mail. Students may also bring their transcripts directly to the OCU Admissions Office if they are still in a sealed envelope.
NOTE: Nursing Applicants must submit their transcript directly to NursingCAS.
Will you need my high school transcript and test scores?
If a student is applying with less than 30 college credit hours, Oklahoma City University will need an official high school transcript to consider the student for admission and scholarship purposes. ACT/SAT scores are not required but students may submit them if they choose.
What are the requirements to be eligible to transfer to OCU?
Applicants are reviewed holistically by the OCU Admissions Office, including their application, essay, college transcripts, recommendations, leadership and involvement experiences, and other factors.
Transfer students with fewer than 30 hours of transferable college credit must submit an official high school transcript to Oklahoma City University in order to be considered for admission (ACT/SAT scores may be submitted but are not required).
The Office of Admissions reserves the right to request any additional information before a decision for admission is made. Providing false or incomplete information on the application for admission may result in a denial of admission or revocation of enrollment.
Will my previous college's credits transfer to OCU?
OCU allows students to transfer college credits from all regionally and nationally accredited colleges or universities.
How will I know how my previous college credits will transfer to OCU?
Once a student is admitted to OCU, their transcripts are articulated for transfer credits towards their degree through the OCU Transfer Evaluation Submission System. Students will work directly with their academic advisors to submit their coursework and create their degree plans.
You can also use the OCU Transfer Evaluation Submission System to see all past credits from colleges or universities that OCU student has transferred credits. Don't see your college or classes listed? You can also crate an account to have your courses evaluated.
What kind of financial aid is available for transfer students?
See available transfer scholarships
How do I apply for transfer scholarships?
Your transfer application is your application to most OCU transfer scholarships. Please make sure to answer all of the questions to be considered for as many transfer scholarships as possible!
Students are also encouraged to complete the FAFSA to be considered for federal and state aid.
Do out-of-state students pay more to attend OCU?
Tuition is the same for all students, whether they are residents or non-residents of Oklahoma.
What if I'm not United Methodist; can I attend OCU?
Yes! Though Oklahoma City University is a United Methodist-related university, we welcome students of all faiths in a diverse student environment.
Does OCU have any "on campus" living requirements?
Because we believe that a valuable part of a student's learning experience occurs in the University residence halls, we require single, full-time undergraduate students under the age of 21 to live on campus unless they live with a parent or legal guardian while attending Oklahoma City University.
Does the university offer housing for married couples?
We have on-campus apartments available for married couples who are students at Oklahoma City University.
What is there to do in Oklahoma City?
What about parking?
Each student who owns a car and plans to park on campus must purchase a valid parking sticker from the Campus Police Department. A permit can be purchased online here.
What services are available for students with disabilities?
Oklahoma City University is dedicated to provided accommodations for students who have disabilities. Students must self-identify and provided documentation of learning or physical disabilities. Reasonable modifications in the classroom and auxiliary aids will be provided with appropriately documented disabilities. For more information and helpful links visit Disability and Access Services.