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Oklahoma's Promise

What is Oklahoma's Promise?

Oklahoma’s Promise is a state scholarship program that helps Oklahoma students earn free tuition for college if they meet certain requirements in high school.

What does it pay for?

  • ✔️ Tuition at an Oklahoma public college or university

  • ✔️ Part of tuition at some private colleges

  • ✔️ Part of tuition at technology centers

It does NOT pay for:

  • Fees

  • Books

  • Room and board

Who can apply?

Students must:

  • Be an Oklahoma resident

  • Apply in 8th–11th grade (no later than Dec. 31 of senior year)

  • Meet family income limits (based on number of dependents)

What do students have to do in high school?

To earn the scholarship, students must:

  • Take the required college-prep classes

  • Keep at least a 2.5 GPA

  • Stay out of trouble (good attendance and behavior)

  • Graduate from high school

Important to know

  • Income is checked again when the student goes to college (must stay under the limit).

  • Students must complete the FAFSA every year in college to receive the money.