Undergraduate Cost & Aid
November 27, 2024 2024-12-17 9:24Undergraduate Cost & Aid
Undergraduate
Cost & Aid
Thinking of finishing your bachelor’s degree?
Let us help you find ways to make paying
for your degree more affordable.
The Best Investment You Can Make Is In Yourself
The cost of college can be overwhelming, but the benefits of higher education are substantial. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, earning your bachelor’s degree can lead to a 49% increase in salary or more.
At OU Online, we make it easy to estimate the cost of earning your bachelor’s degree with a fixed cost of $500 per credit hour and provide you with ways to minimize your out-of-pocket expenses. You can use our online tuition calculator to select your degree program and estimate your costs based on the number of hours you take each semester.
What is FAFSA?
The Federal Application for Free Student Aid (FAFSA) provides more than $120 billion in grants, loans, and work-study funds to help students pay for college each year and qualify for scholarships.
While the FAFSA typically opens on October 1, the 2024-2025 FAFSA has been redesigned under the FAFSA Simplification Act for a better user experience. The new FAFSA application will be available to complete by December 31, 2023.
Visit the Student Financial Center website to learn more about the 2024-2025 FAFSA changes.
Filling out a FAFSA doesn’t cost anything and usually takes less than an hour to complete. Remember, to receive aid, you must have full and clear admission into the program.
What do you need to file a FAFSA?
- FSA ID, which you’ll create at fsaid.ed.gov
- OU Federal School Code: 003184
- Social Security number
- Driver’s license
- Bank statements, W-2 forms, and tax returns from two years ago*
*You may use an estimated income; however, OU may require you to verify your income.
Important Deadlines
Submit FAFSA for the 2024/2025 academic year
June 30, 2025
Apply for scholarships through CASH for academic year 2024/2025
October 1, 2023 – February 1, 2024
Flexible Online Learning
OU will send you an Aid Package
Review & Claim Your Aid
How To Pay for your Education
There are many options available to help pay for your education. Check out these additional resources to help you reduce your out-of-pocket costs while pursuing your degree.
OU Online Financial Aid Advisors
Our financial aid advisors are here to help you succeed and provide you with the support needed to obtain educational funding.
The Department of OU Online Financial Aid has experts available to help students attend the University of Oklahoma online with peace of mind, so they can focus on their degree.
OU Online Tuition Calculator
At OU Online, we understand the cost of college can be overwhelming for students. Our calculator can help you estimate the tuition and fees for your online undergraduate program so you can create a plan to reach your educational goals.
Disclaimer: This is not a bill. This is only an estimate. Current tuition and fees are subject to change based on approval by the Oklahoma Board of Regents or as otherwise consistent with regent policy. Such modifications are applicable to students enrolled at that time as well as incoming students. This estimate is based on current rates for OU Online undergraduate programs only. This is not a guarantee of future costs.
Important Deadlines
Deadline |
Date |
| Submit FAFSA for the 2024/2025 academic year | June 30, 2025 |
| Apply for scholarships through CASH for academic year 2024/2025 | October 1 - February 1, 2024 |
“I graduated high school thirty-three years ago and received my associate degree thirty years ago. To come back and finish what I started has shown me that I can do anything that I put my mind to.”
— Kimberly Warner, B.A. Organizational Leadership, 2022
“I didn’t ever think I could take online classes, but the classes have been easy to navigate, and the school is very veteran-friendly. I just love that you take two or three classes, and it’s split up into eight-week sessions.”
— Jeremy Adams, B.S. Criminal Justice, 2021
Don't Forget the Extras
Once you have your tuition covered, you’re still going to need a few extra dollars to buy books and additional materials you’ll need to complete your coursework. Below are a few key areas to prioritize:
Computer New students spend an average of $700 on a computer when starting classes. Those who have a computer spend an average of $357/year on related accessories and other forms of technology, according to 2021 data from the College Board.
Program Subscriptions OU offers students access to free and discounted software, subscriptions to useful sites like Grammarly, and access to numerous academic resources through the OU Library. Career resources are also available through the OU Career Center.
Textbooks According to NACS, students spent an average of $339 on textbooks during the 2021-2022 academic year.
Connect with an Advisor
When you are admitted into an OU Online program, you will be assigned an advisor who will help you create an individualized graduation plan, organize and identify the courses you need for your degree, and answer any questions you have during your academic journey.
Contact the Advisor for Your Degree
Business Administration & Organizational Leadership Student Last Names A through L Shelby Cole (shelbyecole@ou.edu).
Business Administration & Organizational Leadership Student Last Names M through Z Jordi Hall (joedi.hall@ou.edu).
Criminal Justice & Integrative Studies Stephanie Pitchford (steph@ou.edu)
Healthcare Management, Aerospace Defense, Construction Management, & Learning and Education Studies Emily Arias (earias@ou.edu)
Why OU Online?
We are a top-tier public institution offering high-quality, affordable, professional undergraduate and graduate programs committed to maintaining academic excellence online.
Our Online Programs
Every OU Online program is built on the foundation of world-class faculty mixed with professors of practice providing valuable instruction. By linking industry experts with our online programs, we offer the most advanced curriculum and prepare students for future career success.
Our Family
When you graduate from an OU Online program, you’ll join the network of 250,000 OU alumni and be forever part of the OU family. Become part of the tradition of excellence that OU has established in its 130–year history.
