The University of Oklahoma will consider students for scholarships holistically. In some cases it also could improve your opportunity to gain admission. Providing a test score allows for accurate course placement and maximizes your opportunity for scholarships at OU.
Students who submit self-reported scores will need to have them verified before the point of enrollment at OU. Students who submit a test score will be considered in OU’s holistic admission process, which considers several factors that predict academic success. Many students will still provide scores and will be able to self-report their scores at the time of application. Please note: Students who had only pass/fail or similar grading options during the spring 2020 term will not be penalized. For example, taking college preparatory, honors, Advanced Placement (AP), or International Baccalaureate (IB) courses increase your rigor score – this is highly important to the admissions committee. This includes your GPA as well as academic rigor. If you apply test optional, your high school transcript will be the primary criteria for determining academic preparedness for OU. The University of Oklahoma considers four parts to a student’s application: academic rigor and performance, engagement, essay, and letters of recommendation. At the time of application, students will share their plans regarding the submission or consideration of ACT or SAT as part of their application.Īll students will have their application evaluated in a holistic manner. Effective for students applying for the fall 2021 through fall 2025 semesters, submitting scores from the ACT or SAT is now optional for admission.