2018 College Guide

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How to make applying to college less stressful (MCS) — Applying to colleges is exciting for many high school students.

But that excitement is sometimes tempered by anxiety. The college application process can affect students’ lives for years to come, so it’s understandable why some teenagers might feel stressed as they apply to college.

The National Center for Educational Statistics says 69 percent of high school graduates in the United States enroll in college the fall after graduating from high school. Many students begin applying to college before entering their senior year of high school.

Students can employ various strategies to make applying to college less stressful.

Create an inventory of student experiences and awards When completing their college applications, students submit a variety of materials. In addition to students’ track records in the classroom, schools will be interested in kids’ extracurricular activities, hobbies, volunteer work and even things they do during their free time.

Parents and students can work together to develop a master list that includes information about what students have accomplished during high school. These may include involvement in certain clubs, participation in sports teams, advanced ranking in scouting programs or even a list of books read.

Having this document handy will make it that much simpler to fill out college applications.

Check on the Common Application The Common Application began as a niche program for select private liberal arts colleges, but now it has grown

into an organization that services more than 750 schools. The nonprofit organization enables students to create an account and complete one basic form that will be accepted by all institutions who are members. The CA helps students streamline the college application process and reduce redundancy.

An alert system also helps applicants manage application deadlines.

Avoid applying everywhere Some students think that applying to dozens of schools will improve their chances of being admitted. However, applicants may be wasting their time applying to schools they have no intention of attending, and that only adds to the stress of meeting deadlines. Narrow down the possibilities to a handful of favorite schools and go from there.

Use the resources at your disposal Students who have access to guidance counselors, mentors, college centers or even teachers who are willing to help with the application process should use these resources wisely. In addition, mobile phone apps can help streamline the college application process.

Consider scholarships concurrently Some schools automatically consider applicants for scholarships, grants and work-study programs. But that’s not so with every school, so students may have to apply on their own or rely on third parties for scholarships.

Advance preparation always makes the college application process a lot less stressful for students and their parents.

Choose wisely when selecting teachers to write letters of recommendation (MCS) — Who to ask: Select teachers who know you well or can validate your performance. Opt for a teacher whose class you recently took so the recommendation reflects the student you are today.

Remember to consider the requirements of a college or university as well. Schools frequently ask for recommendations from specific people,

such as a teacher in a certain subject.

Ask early: Teachers may be inundated with college letter recommendation requests around application deadlines and at the end of semesters.

Request in person: Underscore the importance of the recommendation by making it a personal request. Schedule an appointment with the

individual and discuss why you believe he or she would be the right person to provide the recommendation.

Make the process easier: Provide all of the necessary items to help the person along. This can include a brief resume, academic progress report, required forms, and so on.

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TULSA TECH Six campuses in the Tulsa area • (918) 828-5000 • tulsatech.edu

Tulsa Tech is the oldest and largest technology center in Oklahoma’s nationally-acclaimed Career Tech system. They provide affordable, industry-standard technical training in an engaging, innovative learning environment where students benefit from instructors with years of valuable industry experience.

Tulsa Tech offers a wide range of opportunities to prepare students for success in a career. With six campuses in the Tulsa metro area, a campus is never too far away.

A recognized contributor to regional economic prosperity, Tulsa Tech has one vision: to be the region’s leader of career Locations: and technical Broken Arrow, Jenks, education, Owasso, Sand Springs resulting in a

and Tulsa

Student Population: Nearly 6,000

quality job for every Tulsa Tech student

and a skilled workforce for Follow Tulsa Tech on every company, Facebook and Twitter and their mission is simple: at tulsatech educating people for success in the workplace. Tulsa Tech takes pride in being a highly-diversified institution that rivals the complexities of many colleges and universities, and serving as a link between students and the developing economy of the Tulsa metro area.

Tulsa Tech currently serves over 5,500 high school and adult students exploring over 90 full-time career majors, in addition to providing training for over 31,000 patrons in both part-time classes and customized business and industry training.

Students can choose from a variety of programs including health sciences, aerospace,

pre-engineering, automotive, construction and information technology. Tuition is free for public, private and home-schooled high school students with low-cost tuition for adult learners. Tulsa Tech offers morning, afternoon, evening and all-day classes to fit any schedule.

Tulsa Tech also offers the Accelerating Independence Scholarship, which covers 100 percent of tuition and required fees for students ages 18-23 with GED or high school degrees from any in-district, public, parochial or home school.

The Accelerating Independence Scholarship was developed to help provide a pathway for this age group to acquire the skills that currently align with the industry needs of our region.

Increasing student educational access and career success are among Tulsa Tech’s top priorities. To facilitate this, they have created many shorter courses aligned with overall career majors and industry certifications, provided to their students in a more business-friendly way. Many of these shorter

courses build upon larger career majors, and they ultimately offer students optional pathways within a particular career field.

Tulsa Tech believes in providing students with resources for work-based experience and placement — resources that are critical for making the transition from the classroom to the workplace.

Tulsa Tech’s strong partnerships with businesses and industry in the region create unique opportunities for student placement and work-based experiences. Students who successfully complete training are referred to available and appropriate employers in their field. Career advisement is also available for middle school, high school and adult students in the Tulsa metro area.

If you are currently looking for a challenging new career for high school and adult students, quality customized corporate training, or exciting evening and weekend classes, Tulsa Tech invites you to visit today. For more information, call 918-828-5000 or visit online at tulsatech.edu.

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The University of Tulsa The UNIVERSITY of TUlSa n 918-631-2000 n utulsa.edu Tulsa, Oklahoma Tulsa, Oklahoma • (918) 631-2000 • utulsa.edu TheUniversity UniversityofofTulsa Tulsa a top 100 doctoral Most students live on campus near the The is is a private, doctoral degree-granting institution and Oklahoma’s heart of Tulsa. From concerts and speakers degree-granting institution that fosters a rich, diverseuniversity experience for students top-ranked according to the to club meetings and intramural sports, through respect and cultural 2017 U.S.mutual News & World Report “Best Colleges” hardly a day goes by without activities. appreciation.

With undergraduate, graduate Game days are special, too. TU’s Division publication. and law students from 60 countries, TU I athletic teams include football, isTU ranked No. 1 inof the brightest students from basketball, soccer attracts some U.S.around the world. This fall, Oklahoma and more. Studyacross the U.S.by and Student Population: 4,420 News and Wall Street abroad choices TU welcomed 724 freshman with an average Highest Degree: Doctorate Journal. are plentiful and ACT score of 30 to its 200-acre residential range from weeklong Mascot: Golden Hurricane campus. TU’s diverse student population is Research faculty-led excursions Follow TU on Facebook at @utulsa.edu opportunities attracted not only by the university’s highly to semesters at foreign and on Twitter/Instagram at @utulsa start the moment universities. regarded academic reputation, but also its 11:1 students step on student-to-faculty ratio. campus. Innovation In fall 2018, more than $20 million in and entrepreneurship are emphasized financial was awarded to incoming TU aid has been recognized for its energy in equal measure with foundational TU freshmen.

Internship experience programs for more than 50 years. Today, that coursework and design-thinking is plentiful, and domestic report reputation extendsalumni to areas such as cyber security, exercises. Through collaboration and a 96 percent placement rate. Graduates finance, psychology and Native American law. In commitment, the TU community of TU also enjoy the highest earning 2015, TU opened the Oxley College of Health generates prosperity, cultivates justice potential among all Oklahoma Sciences, which brings together nursing, kinesiology and serves others. universities. and rehabilitative sciences and communication sciences and disorders.

Global education is an important component of the TU experience, and all students are

encouraged to study abroad at least one semester.

The opportunity to embrace new cultures also can be found on campus where about 1,200 international students come from more than 70 countries. TU’s dedicated community engagement program, True Blue Neighbors, allows students, faculty and staff to participate in civic service projects and maintain a steady presence in local schools and neighborhoods. Much more than a prestigious university, the TU family is a force for good in the Tulsa community.

Highest Degree: Doctorate Mascot: Golden Hurricane Facebook: @utulsa.edu Twitter, Instagram and Snapchat: @utulsa

TU is a private university dedicated to knowledge, research and community.

TU is home to more nationally competitive scholars than all other Oklahoma colleges combined.

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NortheasterN state UNiversity Tahlequah-Muskogee-Broken Arrow, Oklahoma • (800) 722-9614 • Go2NSU.com NSU’s Continuing Ed and Professional Development opportunities can help you advance in your career. With most classes online and recently expanded offerings, NSU is your resource for continued professional and career development, including ACT and MCAT Test Prep, career-training, accelerated certificates and personal enrichment opportunities.

Turn your dreams into a career at Northeastern State University. Oklahoma’s fourth largest public four-year institution with three campuses and a robust online presence, NSU is your choice whether you’re starting or finishing your degree.

NSU offers strong academics focused on career readiness and hands-on immersive learning experiences ranging from robotics to reading labs.

Ranked in the top three for most affordable university tuition in Oklahoma, Northeastern is a costeffective way to earn a college degree.

Plus, there are many scholarships and financial aid options available to make your out-of-pocket costs even lower.

Locations: Tahlequah, Muskogee, Broken Arrow and Online Student Population: 7,899

Your Success Starts at NSU. The Tahlequah campus offers a firsttime freshmen experience with the traditional residential college lifestyle, including a range of options for dorm living, a variety of student organizations, lots of food choices, scenic grounds, historic buildings and intercollegiate athletics.

Highest Degree: Doctorate

In financial aid year 2017, NSU awarded Focusing on Healthcare Degrees. over $36 million dollars in scholarships Mascot: RiverHawks Muskogee’s modern campus serves and grants to undergraduate degreeupper-level undergraduate and Twitter: NSURiverHawks seeking students. Their HawkCents graduate students, offering programs Certified Financial Counselors will help in nursing, occupational therapy and you make informed financial decisions while you attend physician’s assistant (expected in 2019).

NSU, as well as provide the skills you need to reach your financial goals after graduation.

Finishing Your Degree is Closer Than You Think.

Broken Arrow’s state-of-the-art campus serves Their highly credentialed professors and team of mostly upper division and graduate students with 34 advisors and counselors are focused on and committed undergraduate and 18 graduate programs, including a to your success. You can select from 58 exceptional Professional MBA and master’s degrees in Criminal Justice, undergraduate and 24 graduate degree programs, along Higher Education and Special Education Autism Spectrum with the professional doctor of optometry degree.

Disorders, among others. Class schedules are designed to maximize a student’s time on campus with evening, online Classes are offered on the home campus of Tahlequah, and blended formats, as well as weekend seminar and as well as Muskogee and Broken Arrow. NSU welcomes workshop courses. thousands of transfer students each year as they continue to work closely with their partner institutions to make your NSU was founded in 1845 as the Cherokee National Female transition there smooth and easy.

Seminary, and on March 6, 1909, the Oklahoma legislature purchased the seminary from the Cherokee Nation. In NSU is one of only 23 colleges of optometry in the September that same year, classes began at the Northeastern United States. It is a top university for American Indian State Normal School in Tahlequah. Seminary Hall still stands baccalaureate graduates and has a long-standing history as the historical centerpiece of our campus where classes of preparing more American Indian educators than any are held regularly. For decades, NSU has played a key role in other school in the nation. NSU is a regional leader in northeastern Oklahoma’s history and development. healthcare education and has prepared the majority of educators in Oklahoma. Northeastern offers a seamless This is YOUR NSU — where your success is their transition from a two-year to four-year degree through mission. It starts with a simple request for information.

Smart Choice.

Visit Go2NSU. com today.

Founded in 1845 as the Cherokee National Female Seminary, NSU is now the state’s fourth-largest university.

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University of science AnD Arts of oklAhomA Chickasha, Oklahoma • 800-933-8726 • usao.edu Curious minds challenge the world.

At the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma, our students get a distinctive educational experience. USAO’s innovative and creative interdisciplinary core curriculum, combined with superior instruction in major fields of study, prepares students to challenge and change the world in which they live — creating a future of their own.

and designed to last. This is why USAO is recognized by the American Council of Trustees and Alumni as one of only 23 universities nationwide, and the only university in Oklahoma, meeting the highest standards in requiring every student to have a solid foundation in math, science, literature, history and other core subjects.

School Location Chickasha, Oklahoma — within 35 minutes of urban shopping and entertainment in three directions.

Small class sizes. Approachable faculty. A beautiful historic campus.

USAO provides students with experiences Student Population: and opportunities 850 unlike other public Highest Degree: institutions in Oklahoma.

Bachelor’s Students will have

National Distinctions USAO’s unusual status and performance as a public institution has attracted extensive the chance to work independent and Mascot: Drovers hands-on conducting unsolicited recognition research, participating from multiple Find us on Facebook at in practicums, and national observers UniversityofScienceandArts designing and of higher education. and on Twitter @usaodrovers implementing projects Together, they praise that will not only prepare the value of the them for their chosen school’s combination career, but will ensure they excel. of academic quality, accessibility and affordability, and its record of especially USAO’s Mission. USAO is the state’s enhancing the social, economic and financial prospects of its graduates. only public liberal arts college. Its mission • Washington Monthly ranked USAO 16th, is to provide the public with a distinctive the highest ranked school in Oklahoma, on and accessible science and arts education.

In combining an interdisciplinary core its 2018 list of the 100 Best Bang for the Buck curriculum with superior instruction in colleges and universities among southern major fields of study, USAO aims to provide a states.

• Washington Monthly also ranked thorough education that prepares students USAO in the top 100 Liberal Arts Colleges for meaningful, purposeful lives. nationwide; one of only seven public USAO graduates are living proof that the institutions included.

• Kiplinger Personal Finance Magazine liberal arts model enables students to learn, rated USAO, one of only three Oklahoma exercise critical thinking and communicate. universities to make the list, 67th on its list Within one year of graduation, a higher of 100 best values in in public colleges in percentage of graduates from USAO are the nation for in-state attendees as part employed than from any other university in of its annual best value in public colleges Oklahoma. Regardless of a student’s path, report. the skills gained at USAO are time-tested

USAO ‘s mascot is the Drovers, named after the rich heritage of cattle driving in the Chickasha area.

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OklahOma baptist university Shawnee, Oklahoma • (800) 654-3285 • okbu.edu

Oklahoma Baptist University helps students find gained during college. their place, on campus as well as in their lives, callings Such a personal approach has produced and careers. OBU prepares graduates to think critically outstanding results, leading to national recognition.

For 27 consecutive years, U.S. News & World Report has about their worldviews and values to discover God’s plan for their lives and their place in the world. ranked OBU as one of the top 10 best regional The transformational education colleges in the western United States. gained from a degree at Oklahoma The Wall Street Journal recently ranked Student Population: Baptist University gives graduates a OBU second in the nation for 2,011 student engagement, out of all distinct advantage when they enter the Highest Degree: colleges and universities. The Princeton working world.

Master’s Review has named OBU as a “Best Mascot: Bison Pursue Academic Excellence in the West” college for 14 years OBU has a reputation for strong running and Forbes has ranked OBU as Twitter: @obunews academic programs, with a liberal one of America’s Top Colleges arts curriculum connecting different for 12 years running. College Census fields of study for a well-rounded education. At OBU, recently ranked OBU as one of the Top 25 Christian faculty members are more than professors. They are Universities in the nation and the second visionaries helping students imagine who and what ranked university in the state of Oklahoma. they might become. With a student-to-faculty OBU’s liberal arts curriculum helps students ratio of 15:1, all classes are taught by worlddevelop strong communication skills, global class professors and not graduate assistants. This awareness and the ability to think critically and personal difference and intimate instructional setting creatively from a Christian perspective. Students makes a lifelong impact in the level of knowledge experience a Christian worldview in business classes

just as they do in religion classes. OBU incorporates elements of the arts and sciences, literature, history and more into all degree plans, helping students gain a solid foundation of knowledge in many areas, expanding their mindset and enriching their perspectives and worldviews.

Faith Is Essential Spiritual life is at the core of the OBU experience.

Students deepen their faith through weekly chapel services, Bible studies, mission trips, religion courses and more. OBU’s Avery T. Willis Global Outreach Center sends hundreds of OBU students and faculty members around the world each year on Global Outreach (GO) Trips. This focus on faith, service and personal growth has led OBU to be a national leader among Baptist colleges and universities in the number of graduates working in international service or mission vocations.

On OBU’s campus, known as Bison Hill, you will not be alone as you Find Your Place. Students participate in a wide range of activities throughout the year, including a strong intramural sports program, club sports, student talent shows, concerts and Bible studies.

OBU also competes nationally in 21 NCAA Division II varsity sports.

Find Your Place

You are unique, and God is calling you to a unique future. Join us on Bison Hill, and find your place at OBU.

Three members of OBU’s inaugural class in 1911 later became U.S. senators, including Robert S. Kerr.

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The UNIVERSITY of OKLAHOMA

Norman, Oklahoma City and Tulsa, Oklahoma • (800) 234-6868 • ou.edu Created by the Oklahoma Territorial Legislature in 1890, the University of Oklahoma is a doctoral degree-granting research university serving the educational, cultural, economic and health-care needs of the state, region and nation.

The Norman campus serves as home to all of the university’s academic programs except health-related fields. The OU Health Sciences Center, located in Oklahoma City, is one of only four comprehensive academic health centers in the nation with seven professional colleges. Both the Norman and Health Sciences Center colleges offer programs at the Schusterman Center, the site of OU-Tulsa.

OU enrolls more that 30,000 students, has more than 2,800 full-time faculty members, and has 21 colleges, offering 170 majors at the baccalaureate level, 153 majors at the master level, 80 majors at the doctoral level, 32 majors at the doctoral professional level, and 46 graduate certificates.

Student Population: 30,000+

OU is looking for the best and brightest that Oklahoma has to offer to be part of their exceptional university.

The students who become Sooners are change-makers and trailblazers, but more importantly, kind and caring.

OU is a community that strives to do great things — together.

Highest Degree: Doctorate Mascot: Sooner Schooner Follow OU on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and You Tube.

OU – The state’s largest university and home to its top scholars

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ROGERS STATE UNIVERSITY Claremore, Bartlesville and Pryor, Oklahoma • (800) 256-7511 • rsu.edu A dynamic, regional university with about 3,700 students, Rogers State University provides the complete college experience where students can live on campus, participate in a myriad of student activities, or enjoy the thrill of NCAA Division II athletics — all while earning a degree from one of RSU’s many high-quality academic programs.

RSU offers bachelor’s and associate degree programs in Oklahoma’s top 10 fastest growing industries. These include traditional programs such as communications, humanities, business administration, criminal administration, applied technology, and nursing, as well as emerging fields such as game development and environmental conservation.

Many students from northeast Oklahoma who plan to attend medical school complete their undergraduate studies through RSU’s program in medical/ molecular biology. RSU’s nursing program produces students who Locations: Claremore, consistently score better than the state Bartlesville and Pryor and national averages on the RN Student Population: licensure exam.

3,700 Students work closely with faculty Highest Degree: members who mentor their Master’s academic progress and professional Mascot: Hillcats development. RSU attracts highFollow RSU on Facebook, achieving students through its Twitter, Instagram. rigorous Honors Program and the @RogersStateU President’s Leadership Class (PLC).

Additionally, students can participate in international study-at-large programs that provide opportunities to see the world, learn about other cultures and enrich their educational experiences.

RSU also offers graduate education through its master of business administration that utilizes its signature strengths in accounting, entrepreneurship, management, and sport management disciplines.

Rogers State offers conveniently located campuses in Claremore, Bartlesville and Pryor (at the MidAmerica Industrial Park) alongside its nationally recognized online program that provides classes that meet any schedule. RSU is the only public four-year university in the Tulsa metro with on-campus housing.

Hillcat Athletics compete as members of the NCAA Division II in baseball, basketball, cross country, golf, soccer, softball, and track and field, as well as competitive cheer and dance. RSU offers esports (competitve video gaming) as a university-sponsored activity.

The university consistently ranks among the nation’s leaders for graduates who earn diplomas with the least amount of debt. In fact, last year, almost half of RSU’s graduating class earned their degree without student debt thanks to RSU’s affordable tuition combined with public and private student aid.

RSU is the Tulsa metro area’s only public university with on-campus housing.

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OKLAHOMA CITY UNIVERSITY Oklahoma City, Oklahoma • (405) 208-5050 • okcu.edu

Oklahoma City University is a private university with top-ranked undergraduate and graduate programs, accomplished and engaged faculty, successful graduates and strong connections to the business, healthcare and arts communities.

The OKCU Difference — Oklahoma City University is affiliated with the United Methodist Church and embraces a tradition of scholarship and service.

Founded in 1904 and located in the heart of one of the fastest-growing U.S. cities, OKCU offers a creative, rigorous environment in a lively urban setting where students from across the globe pursue their passions in the performing arts, sciences, business, nursing, law, religion and athletics. Professors, not graduate assistants, teach all classes at OKCU.

A student-to-faculty ratio of 11:1 fosters an environment of personalized instruction, collaboration and community.

Outstanding Programs — From the sciences to the stage, academic programs garner national acclaim. In the Petree College of Arts and , 100 percent of science Sciences Student Population: students who applied to medical 3,200 schools were accepted in recent years.

Highest Degree: Doctorate Accredited by AACSB, the Meinders Mascot: School of Business is recognized in Stars the top 4.5 percent of Twitter: schools worldwide. The school pro@OKCU vides problem-solving and engaging learning experiences for students focused on leadership, business and effective management practices with students participating in internships and research projects with faculty. Courses are taught in an interactive environment

by Ph.D. faculty along with CEOs and business professionals to provide real-world experience for students.

business

The Kramer School of

Nursing features programs for beginning undergraduates, a second bachelor’s degree in nursing, bachelor’s completion for RNs, master’s in leadership and education, and Ph.D. degrees. The school also features a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) completion program

and a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) program, one of only three BSN-to-DNP programs in the state.

The Physician Assistant program at OKCU is designed to deliver a high-caliber basic and clinical science curriculum and provide a wealth of hands-on experience through clinical rotations. The PA program will also focus on training within the community primary care practices, providing charitable care through central Oklahoma City fostering a holistic approach to healing. The program is completed in just 28 months.

OKCU’s Ann Lacy School of American Dance and Entertainment is ranked among the best in the country, and pioneered tap, jazz and music theater dance in higher education. Alumni can be found on Broadway and around the world.

The Wanda L. Bass School of Music is an all-Steinway piano school boasting star-studded alumni performing around the globe, including Tony Award winners Kristin Chenoweth and Kelli O’Hara. OKCU also has one of the fastest-growing theatre schools in the country, putting on more productions than any other undergraduate program in the United States.

The OKCU Stars compete in 21 varsity sports in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), and have won 67 national championships.

OKCU is affiliated with the United Methodist Church and embraces a tradition of scholarship and service.

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OKLAHOMA STATE UNIVERSITY Stillwater, Oklahoma • (405) 744-5358 • admissions.okstate.edu

OSU is Committed to You Land-grant universities belong to the people. Since its founding in 1890, Oklahoma State University has been committed to providing the best in education and research to Oklahoma and its people.

As Oklahoma’s land-grant institution with an energetic atmosphere, OSU continues to grow in many ways. With access to state-of-the-art technology and opportunities to develop leadership skills, OSU proves it is the right place for students.

An Affordable Option

A high-quality education at OSU is more affordable than many students think. Because OSU is a land-grant university, students know their financial future will always be a priority at OSU. OSU awards more than $320 million in scholarships, grants and financial aid each year. Eighty percent of OSU

students receive financial aid, and 49 percent of graduates had zero debt when they graduated. OSU also has more Oklahoma’s Promise students than any other institution in the state.

College is an investment, and students at OSU get a quality education for the best price. As the best value in the Big 12, OSU is committed to helping you make college affordable.

Academic Opportunities

With six academic colleges and more than 200 degree programs, OSU will help you discover your area of interest.

OSU has aviation to zoology programs available — and everything in between — so students will find a major that fuels their passions and leads to a rewarding career.

At OSU, students can challenge themselves with a rigorous academic plan through The Honors College. This

program provides smaller, discussionbased classes with students who have similar academic interests.

With a focus on research, OSU students also have an advantage by participating in hands-on research.

With the Freshman Research Scholar program — a unique program offered at few campuses around the country — you can participate in undergraduate research alongside a faculty member in any area of study as early as your freshman year.

This program allows students to impact world-changing research and prepares students for continuing their education at graduate or professional schools.

Come experience OSU for yourself!

Schedule your campus visit at admissions.okstate.edu to see all OSU has to offer you.

Looking for scholarships? Get your

application in by Nov. 1 for Early Opportunity consideration or Feb. 1 for priority consideration.

Visit admissions.okstate.edu/apply to get started on your application now.

Follow OSU on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and SnapChat. Find them at @BeAnOSUCowboy.

Student Population: 25,254 Highest Degree: Doctorate Mascot: Cowboys Follow OSU on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and SnapChat at BeAnOSUCowboy

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OKLAHOMA STATE UNIVERSITY - TULSA Downtown Tulsa, Oklahoma • (918) 594-8000 • osuintulsa.com

An OSU degree in Tulsa OSU-Tulsa offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs in areas including aerospace, business, education, engineering, human sciences and liberal arts. Since OSU-Tulsa only offers junior- and senior-level undergraduate classes, most students transfer after completing an associate degree or about 45 hours of freshman- and sophomore-level course work at a two-year college.

OSU-Tulsa students graduate with the same OSU degree that students in Stillwater receive. Our downtown location enhances opportunities for students to access internships, volunteer positions, cultural attractions and the urban social scene.

What that means: If a student follows the course plan outlined on the Transfer Map and verified by their OSU-Tulsa academic counselor, their credits will transfer toward the specified OSU degree, in Tulsa or Stillwater.

Flexibility and affordability OSU-Tulsa’s class schedules are designed for convenience.

A growing number of course offerings at OSU-Tulsa are a hybrid blend of traditional class time and online learning.

Students in hybrid Student Population: classes can develop 2,280 relationships with Highest Degree: instructors and Doctorate classmates in person while enjoying the Mascot: flexibility of online Cowboys classes. On-campus Follow OSU-Tulsa on classes are generally Facebook and Twitter at offered one night a OSUTulsa and Instagram week and many begin at okstatetulsa at 5:30 p.m. or later.

OSU-Tulsa also offers master’s and doctoral degrees and graduate certificates to give students the opportunity to continue their education and gain a competitive edge in the marketplace. Graduate degrees and certificates also help professionals transition to a new field or advance in their career.

Easy transfer Many community college students want to earn a bachelor’s degree but end up wasting time and money taking classes that don’t count toward their four-year degree.

OSU-Tulsa’s Transfer Maps eliminate that obstacle. Transfer Maps help students take the right courses for the right degree program to reach their professional goals.

Earning an OSU degree in Tulsa is affordable, too. Each year, OSU-Tulsa awards thousands of dollars in scholarships/financial aid to help students pay for their education. Since many of our students transfer from Tulsa Community College, OSU-Tulsa offers the Tulsa Achieves Continuation Scholarship for students who attended TCC as part of the Tulsa Achieves program.

Research focus Since OSU-Tulsa is a comprehensive research institution, students have ample opportunity to participate in research that directly impacts Tulsa-area businesses, communities and families.

Research provides students the opportunity to collaborate with faculty and network with experts in their field while adding value to their education

and resume.

Start early Start planning for your transfer as early as possible. You can make a transfer advising appointment with one of our academic counselors as early as your first semester at a twoyear college.

• OSU-Tulsa representatives regularly visit local two-year colleges or even have offices at the institutions.

• One-on-one appointments are available to discuss career goals, undergraduate and graduate degree options, and financial aid and scholarship opportunities.

Learn more about earning an OSU degree in Tulsa and view Transfer Maps for 14 OSU degree programs at OSUinTulsa.com. For more information about an OSU degree in Stillwater, visit admissions.okstate.edu.

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Oklahoma City • (800) 877-5010 • oc.edu Knowledge. Skills. Faith. Each is essential when cultivating a servantleader heart. Bring your passion to Oklahoma Christian University, a liberal arts university in Oklahoma City known for equipping students who go on to deeply impact communities throughout the world. OC’s students have a high level of integrity and an exceptional work ethic, which they bring to their careers.

Graduate With Excellence Exclusive graduate programs accept OC students at high rates. In fact, OC boasts a graduate school ac-

ceptance rate of 95 percent or better. Graduates are currently in

medical, law and engineering schools at Baylor, Yale and Harvard.

Students from the College of Business consistently score highest in the state in major field tests.

OC’s students lead in energy, health care, finance, engineering and computer science. Theses multi-disciplinary entrepreneurs continue to impact many communities and individuals around the globe.

Change Yourself and Change the World Freshmen are invited to join President deSteiguer and his wife on First Class; earning college credits at OC’s campus in Vienna, Austria, while touring Europe and learning about its history, art, architecture and culture.

OC offers a dozen opportunities to study abroad and countless mission choices to remote villages, sprawling cities and in rural America. As an example, all OC nursing students immerse themselves in medical missions locally or in Honduras.

Engineering students work on an annual project to impact communities. Last year’s project was to create inexpensive, portable wind turbines that are able to generate power in remote places or for disaster relief.

OC is committed to helping students in a multitude of ways. For instance, OC’s Calling and Career Center helps each student identify how God has gifted them, connects students with internship opportunities throughout Oklahoma City and charts career paths based on individual gifts and vision.

OC’s Top Programs

on Family Relations.

OC’s Honors is a CORE curriculum based program for high performing students.

Gaming & Animation is an internationally ranked program with applications in industries such as energy, medicine, education, architecture and video games. OC’s program is No.1 New Areas of Study OC has several new programs that in Oklahoma. It has three labs includare generating a lot ing the Cox Digital of interest.

Art Lab. Student Population: Criminal OC has the only 2,450 Justice looks at accredited MediHighest Degree: restorative justice cal Lab Science Master through lenses of program in the state. privilege, oppression OC students receive Follow OC on Facebook and discrimination. essential experience and YouTube at Sports Manwith cadavers, makOklahomaChristian, agement partners ing them exceptional Twitter at @okchristian with with the NBA lab partners in mediand Instagram at and OKC Thunder. cal schools throughok_christian.

Cybersecurity out the nation. is led by Curtis ColeCitizens Bank man, an internationFinance Lab is ally recognized leader in the field. filled with stock-trading terminals Social Justice Minor, which is equipping students to dominate the offered by the Department of Biblical regional finance industry.

Studies, is designed to pair with any OC offers a Certified Family Studies program. Graduates are major. eligible to test for Certified Family Life For more information about degree Educator (CFLE) by the National Council programs, visit OC.edu.

OC’s close-knit community creates a culture where students, faculty and staff go the extra mile for each other.

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TULSA WELDING SCHOOL Tulsa, Oklahoma • (800) 266-9178 • weldingschool.com Plan for your future Create the future you want and make the money you deserve. Since opening in 1949, Tulsa Welding School has helped people find their callings in life. Welding is a high-demand career throughout the United States in industries such as construction, building, manufacturing and many more.

many skills and can branch off into various career and employment opportunities. Upon successful completion of this program, students will receive a diploma.

The AOSWT degree is a total of 60 weeks. After successful completion of the Professional Welder program, the AOSWT program prepares graduates for entry jobs as a welding quality assurance/quality control inspector (WQA/QCI).

Who enrolls in Tulsa Welding School? People from all over the world who want to find their passions. Tulsa Tools for your success Welding School has graduated tens of thousands of Need help affording welding training? Financial aid is students who are now professional welders helping to available for qualified students. Staff build the world of tomorrow. Whethmembers are available in the Financial er you’ve just graduated high school Student Population: Aid department to assist students with or you’re looking for a career change, 693 applying for financial assistance they welding is a great investment for anyFollow may be eligible for under the Federal one who wants to put their lives on Tulsa Welding School Pell Grant, Federal SEOG and Federal Ditrack with a stable, high-paying job. on Facebook, Twitter rect Loan programs. Services also apply and Instagram Choose your training toward other agency sponsorships and Programs offered at the Tulsa campus financing alternatives. are Professional Welder and Associate of Occupational Studies in Welding Technology (AOSWT).

Tulsa Welding School also is approved for Veterans Educational benefits. The school is committed to keepThe Professional Welder program prepares a graduate ing its military tuition rates as low as possible. Military for entry-level positions in structural, pipe, and thin tuition rates are available to active-duty military, includalloy and/or pipeline welding. Key welding processes in- ing reserves and National Guard members; veterans; clude SMAW, MIG, TIG, high-frequency TIG and Fluxcore. active-duty spouses and dependent children; military The program consists of 10 three-week courses for a retirees; and honorably discharged veterans. total of 30 weeks. Many new students elect to take the Professional Welder program because of its large numGraduates in good standing are provided assistance in ber of specialty courses and expanded welding compe- resume writing, completing employment applications tencies. Professional Welder program graduates acquire and job search preparation, as well as ongoing access

to employer job openings. The Career Services department maintains computer files on hundreds of employers nationwide and receives constant contacts from employers looking to hire their graduates.

The facility includes welding lab booths and equipment, five classrooms, student commons, and offices for Admissions, Training, Financial Aid, Career Services, Accounting, Registrar, Student Services, Business Office, Maintenance, Learning Resource Center and Administration. The welding lab has 180 welding booths complete with welding equipment, 15 metal grinding preparation booths, eight bench grinders, eight metal cutting stations and a mobile pipeline welding rig.

For more information, call (800) 226-9178 or visit

weldingschool.com.

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Technology can reinforce lessons (MCS) — Technology has helped shape and improve education. Students who may not excel with the traditional tools of learning might benefit from applications geared toward offering assistance for their particular needs. Furthermore, technology, through its globalization, can put educators and students in touch with a wealth of resources — all at their fingertips. The following are the myriad ways that technology can enhance lessons in the classroom.

Inexpensive resources: Technology can provide various online resources that go beyond the study guides and other materials offered by textbooks. These resources can be very low-cost or even free, helping educators save money. For parents who need to reinforce lessons at home, the internet can help them collaborate with other parents and teachers and find fun ways to help their children learn.

Find the right graduate program (MCS) — Graduate school allows college graduates the chance to intensify their studies as they pursue advanced degrees. Many professions require advanced degrees, but students may enroll in graduate school for various reasons, including their own intellectual curiosity and the chance to improve their earning potential.

Choosing a graduate program is an important decision that can impact students’ career prospects and financial futures.

Here are three tips to help prospective graduate students find the right schools.

1. Conduct exhaustive research.

Students should be extra diligent when researching potential grad schools. Gather as much information about each school as possible, even contacting department heads and/or professors to learn if a given program is best for you.

Graduate programs tend to be specialized, so make sure each school you’re consid-

ering offers exactly what you’re seeking. For example, graduate programs in history may specialize in a particular period. As a result, students who want to pursue graduate degrees in history must find the program that allows them to study the period that most interests them. Finding such programs requires extensive research, so be sure to give yourself ample time.

2. Speak to current students and recent graduates.

Current students and recent graduates can provide a unique perspective in addition to information prospective grad students get from brochures or online research.

Encourage students and recent grads to be candid, asking them about their experiences as grad students and, for recent grads, how they fared in the job market after earning their degrees.

Grad school is an investment of time, energy and money, and that should lead to

professional fulfillment upon graduating.

3. Be realistic about your finances.

While many people enroll in graduate programs to improve their earning potential, some students may not see that benefit. The cost of grad school varies depending on the school and the program, so prospective grad students may want to consider changing their course if the cost of obtaining an advanced degree will greatly affect their financial freedom for years to come. Students worried about their post-grad school earning potential may want to choose less expensive programs so they can still pursue their degrees with an eye toward better financial futures.

Graduate school requires a substantial investment. Prospective grad students should do everything possible to ensure they invest in the grad school that best suits their particular needs.

Quantifiable results: Technology can process data more quickly and efficiently than humans. Algorithms can be developed to help students learn faster. Tech can be customized in unique ways to help students learn. Not every student learns the same way. Technology provides for a multimedia approach that can combine visual and auditory tools to better teach students.

Connect more: Teachers can embrace technology, such as guides to show students how to complete assignments or to go over information in the classroom. Students who missed class or need a little reinforcement can benefit from a second look at lessons in online videos available at all times on the internet.

Some teachers employ QR codes on assignments that students (and parents) can scan to access further information or support materials. This can help kids further explore topics after school hours.

Transcend location: Technology can connect people by voice, text or video, which means that learning is not limited to geographic location. Notes and materials can be shared with teachers or study groups through digital connections around the world in real time.

Get feedback: Students can go beyond their school districts or communities to discover how others learn. Students can rely on internet communities to provide a second set of eyes on papers to proofread for grammar or spelling mistakes or even to assist in brainstorming sessions.

Reinforce STEM: Data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics says employment in occupations related to STEM — science, technology, engineering, and mathematics — is projected to grow to more than 9 million by 2022. Technology plays a strong role in STEM careers. Honing these skills in the classroom can prepare students for professional arenas in which technology figures to play a sizable role. Technology has changed the education landscape in many beneficial ways.

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Considering studying abroad?

(MCS) — Study abroad programs can change students’ lives, opening their eyes to other cultures and helping them to make memories that last a lifetime. Study abroad programs also may inspire a love of travel that students will foster for the rest of their lives.

Students who have enrolled in or are considering enrolling in study abroad programs can make their experiences overseas more memorable if they take some time to prepare for life abroad before boarding the plane.

• Learn about your host country. Students who can successfully assimilate into their host countries may get more from their time overseas than those who do not. Studying a host country’s customs and history is a great way to learn about life there before your plane touches down. If the native language in your host country is different than your own, do your best to learn the language. While you won’t become fluent overnight, learning some basic words and phrases can make your time overseas go more smoothly and increase the chances that you develop meaningful relationships with locals.

• Enthusiastically leave your comfort zone. Daily life might be vastly different in your host country than it is at home. Rather than dwelling on the differences between life overseas and life at home, embrace this chance to leave your comfort zone. Approach cultural differences

Study abroad programs often are attached to courses offered within a particular college to give students a more in-depth international perspective and experience. Some programs may last only a week or two, while others can turn into an exchange program where students live away from home for a semester. with enthusiasm instead of skepticism, even trying local cuisine you might otherwise not experience back home.

• Get out of the dorm. Study abroad programs include the word “study” in their titles, so students should recognize they will still need to devote time to their schoolwork. But during your down time, embrace chances to get out of your dorm room or apartment to soak in your host city. If your host country is in Europe,

where traveling between countries tends to be simpler than in other regions of the world, learn about neighboring countries and do your best to visit some during your time overseas.

• Disconnect from your devices. Whether or not life at home is dominated by devices, use your time overseas to disconnect so you can fully experience your host city and country. Don’t miss out on the sights and sounds of your host country by spending too much time using your tablet or smartphone.

• Keep a journal. One of the best ways to commemorate your time abroad is to keep a journal. You will enjoy many unique experiences while overseas, and keeping a daily journal is a great way to ensure you remember each of those experiences and all the people you meet along the way.

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