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SucceedA Community of

14,000students

Certified Healthy Campus

Top 12% in Nationfor Social Mobility

#1 PublicUniversity in Oklahomafor Getting a Job After Graduation

Top PublicRegionalUniversityin Oklahoma

Sources: U.S. News and World

Report, CollegeNET, Oklahoma Department of Health, Zippia

Connection happensevery day at Central. From your student tour guide during your first visit to campus, to your advisors, professors, fellow students and involvement in campus activities and internships, you’ll become part of a diverse community invested in your success. For more than 130 years, this spirit of connection has led thousands of students to Central. Through these connections, your personal experience and the innovative spirit of Central, you’ll become confident and ready for whatever comes next.

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Friendship

200+studentorganizations

1,700students havestudiedabroadin the past 11 years

100,000+student volunteer hours logged

students from

36|78 states countries

Connection is the beginning of belonging.

It’s been said we must take adventures to find where we belong. Your Central adventure can take you many places,

and where you go depends on how you choose to connect to

the Central community. From fraternity and

sorority life to esports, student government and

everything in between, you’ll find your own

place to thrive. With NCAA Division II teams

and a multitude of student associations and

organizations, you can broaden your horizons and celebrate various cultures and interests

by connecting with our diverse student body.

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Edmond Among Safest Cities in U.S.

Oklahoma City

Top 20City for Job-Seeking College Grads

OKC Top 25Most Affordable

CitiesSources:

American Institutefor Economic Research,

FBI crime reports, Business Insider“25 US cities with the lowest cost of living”

Big City Benefits, Small Town SecurityCentral is Oklahoma’s largest metropolitan university, providing our students direct access to internships, jobs and the cultural offerings of the Oklahoma City metro – just minutes from one of the nation’s safest suburbs. Central’s presence expands to reach throughout the metro, with facilities like the UCO Boathouse on the Oklahoma River, the Academy of Contemporary Music at UCO and UCO at the Carnegie Centre, as well as UCO at Santa Fe Plaza. This expanded presence creates strong connections with businesses and organizations, providing unmatched opportunities for our students to learn and our community to thrive.


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Average Class Size of

26

131 years strong Founded in 1890

2,400Employers actively recruitingUCO students

110,000+ Alumni

17:1Student toFaculty Ratio

Confidence


Your Degree Means You’re Ready

At Central, college isn’t only about what you want to do – it’s also about

who you want to be. When you become a Broncho, you gain a team

of mentors and advocates dedicated to transforming lives; for our faculty

and staff, students come first. The Central experience is a personal

experience that goes beyond the classroom. Just ask our alumni, who

are achieving success throughout the state, nation and world. When

you cross that stage to receive your diploma, you, too, will be confident

and ready for your future.

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AccountingActuarial ScienceApplied Liberal ArtsArt EducationArt HistoryArt – Studio ArtArts AdministrationAudio ProductionBiologyBiology – Biomedical SciencesBiology – Medical Laboratory ScienceBiomedical EngineeringBusiness Administration – Business LawBusiness Administration – General BusinessBusiness Administration – International

BusinessCareer, Technical and Workforce Development

– Family and Consumer SciencesCareer, Technical and Workforce Development

– Trade and IndustrialCareer, Technical and Workforce Development

– Workforce DevelopmentChemistryChemistry – ACS CertificateChemistry – Health SciencesCommercial MusicCommunication – Interpersonal CommunicationComputer ScienceComputer Science – AppliedComputer Science – Information ScienceCriminal Justice – CorrectionsCriminal Justice – General Criminal JusticeCriminal Justice – PoliceDanceDance EducationData ScienceDesign – Graphic DesignDesign – Interior DesignEarly Childhood EducationEconomicsEconomics – Energy EconomicsElectrical EngineeringElementary EducationEngineering Physics – PhysicsEnglishEnglish EducationEnglish – Creative WritingFamily Life Education – Child DevelopmentFamily Life Education – GerontologyFamily Life Education – Marriage and FamilyFashion MarketingFinanceFinance – Insurance and Risk ManagementForensic ScienceForensic Science – ChemistryForensic Science – Digital ForensicsForensic Science – Molecular BiologyFuneral Service

General StudiesGeographyHistory EducationHistoryHistory – Museum StudiesHumanitiesInformation Systems and Operations

Management – Management Information Systems

Information Systems and Operations Management – Operations and Supply Chain Management

Kinesiology – Exercise/Fitness ManagementKinesiology – Outdoor and Community

RecreationManagementManagement – Human Resource ManagementManagement – PGA Golf ManagementMarketingMarketing – Professional SellingMass Communication – Professional MediaMathematicsMathematics – Applied MathematicsMathematics – StatisticsMathematics EducationMechanical EngineeringModern Language – FrenchModern Language – GermanModern Language – SpanishModern Language Education – FrenchModern Language Education – GermanModern Language Education – SpanishMusicMusic – Instrumental PerformanceMusic – Jazz PerformanceMusic – Musical TheatreMusic – Vocal PerformanceMusic EducationNursingNutrition, Dietetics and Food ManagementOccupational SafetyOrganizational LeadershipPhilosophyPhotographic ArtsPhysical Education/HealthPolitical SciencePolitical Science – Public AdministrationPsychologyPublic HealthScience Education – BiologyScience Education – ChemistryScience Education – General ScienceScience Education – Physical ScienceScience Education

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Sociology – Human ServicesSociology – Substance Abuse StudiesSoftware EngineeringSpecial Education – Mild-Moderate DisabilitiesSpecial Education – Severe-Profound/Multiple

DisabilitiesSpeech-Language PathologyStrategic CommunicationsStrategic Communications – Organizational

CommunicationTechnical WritingTechnology Application StudiesTheatre Arts – Design and TechnologyTheatre Arts – PerformanceTheatre Arts – Theatre/Communication

EducationWomen, Gender, Sexuality Studies

Choices: 118 Majors


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Track Your TransformationWe know learning doesn’t stop when you leave the

classroom. UCO’s Student Transformative Learning Record (STLR) helps you track those

unique experiences from internships, volunteer service, involvement in student

organizations, cultural activities and more. These activities are tied to our Central 6

tenet categories of transformative learning, represented by the colorful icons to the right.

Visit uco.edu/stlr for more information.

An Education as Unique as YouAn education at Central means a personal experience.

Whether you prefer in-person or online classes, or a mixture of both, Central has options that fit your needs

and keep you on track to graduate. Join your peers inside the classroom on campus, as part of a more traditional learning experience, or learn on your own

time with Central’s variety of online-only courses. Central

also offers select degree programs completely

online through its Connected Campus.

Visit online.uco.edu to learn more.

Let’s GetStarted!

GET MORE INFO! Visit go.uco.edu/moreinfo

to request specific information about

your interests and get Central updates

regarding deadlines and additional

opportunities.

EXPERIENCE CAMPUS! Guided and specialty campus

tours are offered throughout the week.

Visit uco.edu/tours to see a complete list of

available opportunities and to register for your campus

experience.

APPLY!The application for admission opens in early August, 2021.

Complete your application for admission at www.uco.edu/apply.

Upload official documents in the application portal, via email at

[email protected] or by mail to:

University of Central Oklahoma

100 N. University Drive, Box 151, Edmond, OK 73034

PAY FOR SCHOOL!Complete the admission process by Feb. 1, 2022, to be considered for

scholarships at Central. Qualified incoming freshmen, who apply on time and

meet the eligibility requirements, will be awarded a scholarship automatically of up

to $2,000 per year, in addition to other scholarships awarded through the application

process. Submit your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to discover

your complete financial aid package at Central. 2022-23 FAFSA applications are available

starting Oct. 1, 2021. Visit studentaid.gov to get started.

Application, application fee, official high school transcript and any other documents required for admission must be received by Feb. 1 2022, for incoming freshmen and June 1, 2022, for transfer students to be eligible for qualifying scholarships.

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7-23 Credit Hours

1.7 GPA and meet Freshman

Admission requirements

24-29 Credit hours

1.7 GPA

30 Hours or more

2.0 GPA

Out-of-State Transfer2.0 GPA

(regardless of hours earned)

20 Composite ACT score or

1030 combined SAT score on

the Reading and Writing Section

and Math Section

2.7 Overall non-weighted

GPA and ranking in the upper 50% of your

graduating class

2.7 OverallGPA in the 15 unit high school core curriculum

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FreshmanAdmission Requirements

Transfer Admission Requirements


ADMISSION CRITERIA FOR

TEST-OPTIONAL STUDENTS

2.7 Unweighted High School

GPA

Test Optional AdmissionACT or SAT scores currently are not required for admission for incoming freshmen but may be submitted for admission and scholarship purposes. Students who are homeschooled or attend an unaccredited high school

are only admissible by submitting an ACT or SAT score.

Your InvestmentA college degree is one of the

most important investments you will make. Central remains

one of the best values in the state and region, especially

when combined with our access to jobs, internships and other opportunities throughout the

Oklahoma City metro. With our scholarship and financial aid

options, you’ll earn a degree that’s respected throughout the world

and graduate with less debt.

Based on enrollment for fall and spring semesters, total of 30 hours. Fees vary based on the college through which courses are offered. For more information visit www.uco.edu/calculator.

*Costs based on West Hall Double and The 10 Meal Plan. For more detailed information regarding Room and Board and Meal Plan options visit Housing and Dining’s website at www.uco.edu/housing.

2021-22 Estimated Total Cost per Year

$18,770$9,710 $20,597

$1,200 $1,200$3,990

$3,870$3,990

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In compliance with Title VI and Title VII of The Civil Rights Act of 1964, Executive Order 11246 as amended, Title IX of The Education Amendments of 1972, Sections 503 and 504 of The Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, The Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993, The Civil Rights Act of 1991, and other Federal Laws and Regulations, the University of Central Oklahoma does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, handicap, disability, status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices or procedures; this includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, financial aid, and educational services. Students with disabilities who wish special accommodations should make their requests to the Coordinator of Disability Support Services at 974-2549.

This publication, printed by R.K. Black Office, is issued by the University of Central Oklahoma as authorized by Title 70 OS 1981, Section 3903. 30,000 copies have been prepared or distributed at a cost of $12,000. 8/2021

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Connect with Central through one of these opportunities!Central Close UpFall: October 21 and November 10, 2021Spring: January 21, 2022Get an insider’s view of all Central has to offer! Each Central Close Up event connects you with scholarships, financial aid, admissions and housing representatives that can help you decide if Central is the right choice for you.

Diversity Day January 27, 2022 This day is especially designed for students of a diverse background and their families. Participants attend academic sessions, explore social life options and meet current UCO students.

Junior V.I.P. DayApril 13, 2022High school juniors can get a head start on their college planning at this one-day event! Juniors will learn about Central’s admissions, scholarships and housing process and meet current UCO students who can let them know firsthand what it means to Connect to Central!

Transfer Student DaysFall: September 3, October 1 and November 12, 2021Spring: February 25, March 25 and April 29, 2022Students will learn how to apply for admission and scholarships, meet with an academic adviser to discuss their transition plan and interact with current UCO students.

For more information regarding admission event opportunities and for registration information, visit uco.edu/tours.

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