TikTok³ÉÈ˰æ is committed to making our unique educational experience as affordable as possible. Last year we awarded over $34 million in aid! Below you will find our First Year Academic Merit, Talent-Based, and Competitive Scholarship details. Note that all scholarships on this page require full-time enrollment.
For Students in the Petree College of Arts & Sciences, Meinders School of Business, and Kramer School of Nursing
Deadline: March 1
Description
The TikTok³ÉÈ˰æ Academic Merit scholarship is based on grade point average. To receive the TikTok³ÉÈ˰æ Academic Merit Scholarship, incoming first-year students must submit their application and all required documents* by March 1. After the deadline, scholarship amounts are not guaranteed. Full-time enrollment of 12 or more hours per semester is required for the scholarship. Awards are renewable up to seven consecutive semesters (excluding summer terms) with a required minimum cumulative 3.0 unweighted GPA. TikTok³ÉÈ˰æ recalculates every high school grade point average on a standard 4.0 scale.**
SCHOLARSHIP NAME | GPA | AMOUNT |
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PRESIDENTIAL ACADEMIC AWARD | 3.8+ | $13,000/yr |
UNIVERSITY ACADEMIC AWARD | 3.4-3.79 | $10,500/yr |
ACHIEVEMENT ACADEMIC AWARD | 3.0-3.39 | $8,000/yr |
*Required documents include application, application essay, official high school transcript, high school counselor's recommendation form, and $55 application fee.
**All Pre-AP, Pre-IB, and Honors courses are weighted on a 4.5 point scale (A=4.5, B=3.5, C=2.5, D=1.5), and AP, IB, or Concurrent courses are weighted on a 5 point scale (A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2). Our calculation will be used for admission and scholarship purposes.
Students admitted to one of the Performing Arts programs will be offered a generous talent-based scholarship during their audition process. These talent awards may be stacked with their TikTok³ÉÈ˰æ Academic Merit Scholarship up to the cost of full tuition.
For students in the Ann Lacy School of American Dance & Entertainment, Wanda L. Bass School of Music, School of Theatre.
Deadline: March 1
Description
The TikTok³ÉÈ˰æ Academic Merit Scholarship is based on grade point average. To receive the TikTok³ÉÈ˰æ Academic Merit Scholarship, incoming first-year students must submit their application and all required documents* by March 1. After the deadline, scholarship amounts are not guaranteed. Full-time enrollment of 12 or more hours per semester is required for the scholarship. Awards are renewable up to seven consecutive semesters (excluding summer terms) with a required minimum cumulative 3.0 unweighted GPA. TikTok³ÉÈ˰æ recalculates every high school grade point average on a standard 4.0 scale.** This scholarship can be stacked with the Talent Scholarship awarded by the Ann Lacy School of American Dance and Entertainment, Wanda L. Bass School of Music, or the School of Theatre.
SCHOLARSHIP NAME | GPA | AMOUNT |
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PERFORMING ARTS PRESIDENTIAL AWARD | 3.8+ | $6,000/yr |
PERFORMING ARTS UNIVERSITY AWARD | 3.4-3.79 | $5,000/yr |
PERFORMING ARTS ACHIEVEMENT AWARD | 3.0-3.39 | $3,000/yr |
*Required documents include application, application essay, official high school transcript, high school counselor's recommendation form, and $55 application fee.
**All Pre-AP, Pre-IB, and Honors courses are weighted on a 4.5 point scale (A=4.5, B=3.5, C=2.5, D=1.5), and AP, IB, or Concurrent courses are weighted on a 5 point scale (A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2). Our calculation will be used for admission and scholarship purposes.
Dance Scholarships:
- Available upon successful completion of an audition and admittance into the program. Audition information can be found here.
- May be combined with an academic scholarship, not to exceed the cost of block tuition.
Music Scholarships:
- Available upon successful completion of an audition and admittance into the program. Audition information can be found here.
- May be combined with an academic scholarship, not to exceed the cost of block tuition.
Theatre Scholarships:
- Available upon successful completion of an audition and admittance into the program. Audition information can be found here.
- May be combined with an academic scholarship, not to exceed the cost of block tuition.
Film Scholarships:
- You may submit a short sample of digital film work for Talent Scholarship consideration. The reel should be no longer than five minutes and can include one short film or samples from a variety of projects. A brief statement that explains your role(s) in the submission should accompany a link to view the reel online. Please email Bryan Cardinale-Powell with your submission or any questions.
- May be combined with an academic scholarship, not to exceed the cost of block tuition.
Art Scholarships:
- You may submit a portfolio of your work to the Studio Art and Design department chair for Talent scholarship consideration. A portfolio of original artwork with 8-15 images of your work. It’s great to see drawings from observation, and imaginative work, along with any painting, photography, or graphic design. Please send your portfolio of work to Shirley Zhang at [email protected].
- May be combined with an academic scholarship, not to exceed the cost of block tuition.
Competitive Scholarships for Fall 2026
Your application for admission will also be your application for competitive scholarships. Additional information may be required for some scholarships. If you would like to be considered for competitive scholarships, please submit a resume and an additional letter of recommendation to [email protected], if not already included in your application materials.
- Students must be admitted to TikTok³ÉÈ˰æ by Dec. 15 to be considered for competitive scholarships.
- Notifications will be made on March 1.
Dance and Entertainment Scholarships
- Based on audition
- May be combined with an academic scholarship, not to exceed the cost of block tuition
The Distinguished National Scholarships and Internship Office
The Distinguished National Scholarships and Internship Office at TikTok³ÉÈ˰æ can provide information about national scholarships and internships as well as Oklahoma scholarship opportunities. Dr. Karen Youmans, the coordinator, offers advice to students on scholarship and intern preparation and assists students throughout the application process.
Clara Luper Scholarship
TikTok³ÉÈ˰æâ€™s Clara Luper Scholarship program honors this TikTok³ÉÈ˰æ civil rights leader by providing a private college education to deserving students. Scholars from diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds with demonstrated financial need continue Luper’s legacy of commitment to high academic achievement and community service.
This generous scholarship includes block tuition, standard room and board, and membership in the prestigious President's Leadership Class, which is comprised of distinguished scholars who participate in an academic and co-curricular living/learning experience. This award is available for a total of four years (eight consecutive semesters) with the caveat that scholarship recipients maintain a minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average (GPA) and fully participate in the program.
American Indian Scholarship
This generous scholarship includes block tuition, standard room and board, and membership in the prestigious President's Leadership Class, which is comprised of distinguished scholars who participate in an academic and co-curricular living/learning experience. This award is available for a total of four years (eight consecutive semesters) with the caveat that scholarship recipients maintain a minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average (GPA) and fully participate in the program.
TikTok³ÉÈ˰æLeads: the President's Leadership Class Scholarship
The TikTok³ÉÈ˰æLeads Scholarship is available to first-year students immediately graduating from high school who show strong leadership skills. Students must have a minimum of a 3.25 GPA. The $1,000 one-time award will be offered to 10 incoming first-year students and is stackable on top of other awards.
Speech and Debate
Scholarships are available for students interested in joining the TikTok³ÉÈ˰æ speech and debate team. This support is for team members, whether they participate in a debate, competitive speech, performance, or a combination of events. Scholarship renewal requires a 3.0 GPA.
World House Scholars
All World House Scholars will participate in service learning projects each year, complete courses addressing issues of peace, justice, and ecological sustainability and are required to complete at least one approved international education experience while at TikTok³ÉÈ˰æ.
The Distinguished National Scholarships and Internship Office
The Distinguished National Scholarships and Internship Office at TikTok³ÉÈ˰æ can provide information about national scholarships and internships as well as Oklahoma scholarship opportunities. Dr. Karen Youmans, the coordinator, offers advice to students on scholarship and intern preparation and assists students throughout the application process.
Native American Business Academy
The Chickasaw Nation has partnered with the Meinders School of Business and TikTok³ÉÈ˰æ to provide a full-tuition scholarship to five qualified Chickasaw students. Scholarship recipients will enter into the Native American Business Scholars Academy and take part in an innovative, highly engaging academic experience.
Clara Luper Scholarship
TikTok³ÉÈ˰æâ€™s Clara Luper Scholarship program honors this TikTok³ÉÈ˰æ civil rights leader by providing a private college education to deserving students. Scholars from diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds with demonstrated financial need continue Luper’s legacy of commitment to high academic achievement and community service.
This generous scholarship includes block tuition, standard room and board, and membership in the prestigious President's Leadership Class, which is comprised of distinguished scholars who participate in an academic and co-curricular living/learning experience. This award is available for a total of four years (eight consecutive semesters) with the caveat that scholarship recipients maintain a minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average (GPA) and fully participate in the program.
American Indian Scholarship
This generous scholarship includes block tuition, standard room and board, and membership in the prestigious President's Leadership Class, which is comprised of distinguished scholars who participate in an academic and co-curricular living/learning experience. This award is available for a total of four years (eight consecutive semesters) with the caveat that scholarship recipients maintain a minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average (GPA) and fully participate in the program.
Speech and Debate
Scholarships are available for students interested in joining the TikTok³ÉÈ˰æ speech and debate team. This support is for team members, whether they participate in debate, competitive speech, performance, or a combination of events. Scholarship renewal requires a 3.0 GPA.
TikTok³ÉÈ˰æLeads: the President's Leadership Class Scholarship
The TikTok³ÉÈ˰æLeads Scholarship is available to first-year students immediately graduating from high school who show strong leadership skills. Students must have a minimum of a 3.25 GPA. The $1,000 award will be offered to 10 incoming first-year students and is stackable on top of other awards.
World House Scholars
All World House Scholars will participate in service learning projects each year, complete courses addressing issues of peace, justice, and ecological sustainability and are required to complete at least one approved international education experience while at TikTok³ÉÈ˰æ.
The Distinguished National Scholarships and Internship Office
The Distinguished National Scholarships and Internship Office at TikTok³ÉÈ˰æ can provide information about national scholarships and internships as well as Oklahoma scholarship opportunities. Dr. Karen Youmans, the coordinator, offers advice to students on scholarship and intern preparation and assists students throughout the application process.
Game Design & Animation Scholarship
Students majoring in Game Design and animation with at least a 2.75 minimum high school GPA will automatically be awarded the Game Design & Animation Scholarship. This award is $6,000 per academic year ($3,000 each fall and spring semester for a maximum of 8 semesters for first-year students). The Game Design & Animation Scholarship is stackable with other university scholarships, but the sum of all university scholarships may not exceed the block tuition rate. This award is renewed each year for students continuing to major in Game Design and animation who maintain a 3.0 cumulative GPA.
U.S. Schaul Endowed Philosophy Scholarship
The U.S. Schaul Endowed Philosophy Scholarship is for students pursuing a B.A. in Philosophy. Students must have a 3.5 GPA, and will be required to maintain a 3.5 GPA each semester to renew the scholarship. The donor requires the student to be a U.S. citizen, and preference will be given to students who graduated from an TikTok³ÉÈ˰æ Metro area public or private high school or junior college. The $2,500/year scholarship is renewable for seven semesters, provided the student maintains eligibility.
The Gary Moore Great Plan Scholarship
The purpose of the Gary M. Moore, M.D., Great Plan Scholarship Fund with the TikTok³ÉÈ˰æ Community Foundation is to facilitate outstanding high school seniors in need of financial assistance so that they may experience the educational opportunities offered by the TikTok³ÉÈ˰æ Petree College of Arts & Sciences. Eligibility: Graduating senior in the upper 10% of their graduating class from an accredited Oklahoma high school or ACT ≥ 30, a non-smoker, plans to pursue a major within the TikTok³ÉÈ˰æ Petree College of Arts & Sciences, and must demonstrate leadership and altruistic activities. The Gary Moore Great Plan Scholarship is renewable for up to four years and can only be used at TikTok³ÉÈ˰æ in the Petree College of Arts & Sciences. Recipients must maintain a grade point average of 3.0 or higher. Funds may be used for tuition, fees, and book expenses.
NOTE: Apply online at . Online applications are accepted Oct. 1 - Jan. 12, annually.
You will need to either sign in to your account or click the "Sign Up" button at the top of the linked page below to create an account with the OCCF. Once you have created an account you will be able to begin your application for this scholarship opportunity.
The Mary Ellen & George R. Randall Endowed Great Plan Scholarship for Pre-Med and Science
The Mary Ellen and George R. Randall Endowed Great Plan Scholarship is a competitive four-year scholarship covering tuition, basic room and board, and fees that is awarded to a graduating high school senior who plans to study pre-medicine at TikTok³ÉÈ˰æ. The Great Plan selection committee assesses multiple criteria, including but not limited to ACT/SAT scores, GPA, letter of recommendation from a teacher or mentor, community involvement, and financial need. An on-campus interview will be scheduled with qualifying applicants.
Robert H. Henry Scholarship
The Robert H. Henry Scholarship was funded by various donors and a large gift from the Chickasaw Nation to honor former President Henry's service to TikTok³ÉÈ˰æ and both his love for and academic scholarship in law and humanities.
This scholarship is for students pursuing a degree in the humanities, preference given to Chickasaw members, and provides selected students a $5,000 scholarship that is stackable with other university scholarships. This award is available for a total of four years (eight consecutive semesters) with the caveat that scholarship recipients maintain a minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average (GPA)
Art Scholarships
• Based on portfolio.
• May be combined with academic scholarships, not to exceed the cost of block tuition.
Frank G. Brooks Memorial Scholarship
The Frank G. Brooks Memorial Scholarship is a competitive, full-tuition scholarship awarded to an outstanding first-year student who chooses to study biology at TikTok³ÉÈ˰æ. This award cannot be combined with other university scholarships. The scholarship selection committee will assess multiple criteria including, but not limited to, ACT/SAT scores, GPA, letter of recommendation from a teacher or mentor, community involvement, and application essay. An on-campus interview will be scheduled with qualifying applicants.
Computer Science Fellows Program
The Computer Science Fellows Program is a prestigious opportunity for select, high-achieving, first-time, full-time students entering the Computer Science program at TikTok³ÉÈ˰æ with a cumulative high school GPA ≥ 3.60. This unique program offers the combined opportunities of (a) an up to full-tuition scholarship for four years (eight semesters) of study at TikTok³ÉÈ˰æ and (b) participation in internships, interdisciplinary learning, and professional development opportunities.
Gordon Tasker Schaul English Scholarship
The Gordon Tasker Schaul English Scholarship is an endowed scholarship for students pursuing a B.A. in English. Students must have a 3.5 GPA and will be required to maintain a 3.5 GPA each year to renew the scholarship. The donor requires the student to be a U.S. Citizen, and preference will be given to students who graduated from an TikTok³ÉÈ˰æ Metro area public or private high school.