Dates and Deadlines
Stay on track
At OSU-Tulsa, we accept applications on a rolling admission basis, so there's no application deadline. We encourage you to apply early, however, to give yourself the best opportunity for scholarship consideration. Use the important dates listed below to keep track of where you are in the process as you become an OSU Cowboy.
Summer and fall entering students
These important dates and deadlines will help keep you on track if you plan on attending OSU in the summer or fall.
- July 1 - OSU Application opens
Students who've attempted a minimum of seven semester hours of college-level credit after graduation from high school can apply for the upcoming year.
- Dec. 1 - FAFSA opens
The 2025-2026 FAFSA will become fully available to all students and families by Dec. 1. Once available, you should fill out the FAFSA using OSU's school code of 003170 to maximize scholarship and financial aid opportunities.
- Feb. 1 - Orientation and enrollment registration opens
Orientation and enrollment is required for students admitted to Oklahoma State University. Sessions begin in late spring and run through the summer. During your session, you'll meet with academic advisors, confirm your academic college and major, enroll in classes, meet other new students and learn about campus resources.
- April 1 - Transfer Priority Scholarship Deadline
You must submit all application materials by this deadline for full scholarship consideration at OSU.
- Friday before classes start - Final Scholarship Deadline
Last day to submit application materials, such as updated test scores or transcripts, for final scholarship consideration.
Spring entering students
Here are the important dates and deadlines for students entering OSU in the spring semester.
- July 1 - OSU Application opens
Students who've attempted a minimum of seven semester hours of college-level credit after graduation from high school can apply for the upcoming year.
- Oct. 1 - FAFSA opens
You should fill out the FAFSA using OSU's school code of 003170 as soon as possible to maximize scholarship and financial aid opportunities.
- Oct. 1 - Orientation and enrollment registration opens
Orientation and enrollment is required for students admitted to Oklahoma State University. During your session, you'll meet with academic advisors, confirm your academic college and major, enroll in classes, meet other new students and learn about campus resources.
- Nov. 1 - Transfer Priority Scholarship Deadline
You must submit all application materials by this deadline for full scholarship consideration at OSU.
- Friday before classes start - Final Scholarship Deadline
Last day to submit application materials, such as updated test scores or transcripts, for final scholarship consideration.