Frequently asked questions
Coursework
- What classes can I take?
Once you are admitted as an OSU concurrent student, you have all the same options in classes as a regular full-time student. This means that you can enroll in any course you like as long as you meet all required prerequisites for the course.
Keep in mind concurrent classes may have different tuition/fee costs depending on whether it is an on-campus course, an online course, an early university course at a local high school or a course through OSU's Cowboy Concurrent Online program.
Work closely with OSU's concurrent advisor and your high school counselor to help you match the classes you are interested in with the coursework most likely to support your academic goals.
- How many classes may I take?
Concurrent students are allowed to take the equivalent of 19 total credit hours between their high school and college course load each semester, with each high school course counting as 3 credit hours.
It is recommended to work closely with your high school counselor and OSU's concurrent advisor each semester that you are concurrently enrolled.
- Will this count towards my major?
Whether taken on the OSU campus, online, or in the high school setting, all courses are OSU courses and will count fully on your transcript just like any course taken by a full-time OSU student. Not all courses count towards all majors, so your concurrent advisor will discuss the best options for you related to your interests and goals.
Admission
- Who can apply for concurrent enrollment?
If you are currently enrolled in an accredited high school and interested in earning college credit during your junior and/or senior year of high school, you may apply as a concurrent student.
- What are the admission requirements?
Admissions requirements for OSU concurrent students are listed here.
- How do I apply?
Application steps for concurrent students are listed here.
- Is there an application fee?
Yes, there is a $50 application fee to apply to OSU.
Concurrent students are required to apply each semester that they would like to take concurrent classes. The application fee is only paid on the initial application and carries forward for all future concurrent applications.
Additionally, if you apply to OSU as a freshman the application fee is also waived.
OSU accepts application fee waivers from ACT, SAT, and NACAC, and also accepts application fee waivers from students based on demonstrated need. You can find out more information about this at the Concurrent Application Steps.
- When should I apply?
As soon as you know you want to take concurrent coursework through OSU.
Admissions decisions do not happen immediately and you will need to plan time to schedule an advising appointment with OSU's concurrent advisor prior to enrollment.
- If I take classes more than one semester, do I need to reapply?
Yes.
The application fee is only required during the first semester.
Concurrent students must reapply each semester they wish to take classes. Students must get approvals from parents and counselors each semester that they wish to enroll. These approvals are submitted through the application each semester.
Enrollment for subsequent semesters is not permitted until the student has been admitted and has met with the concurrent advisor.
- Is there a difference between the Concurrent Application and Freshman Application?
Yes! They are separate applications and are not interchangeable.
The concurrent application is only valid for one semester at a time, so concurrent students must submit a new concurrent application for each semester they plan to enroll in coursework.
The application for full-time students gathers more information and is required for all students considering full-time enrollment at OSU at any point after high school graduation.
- Do I have to declare a major?
No, OSU concurrent students will not be assigned a major, but knowing your potential areas of interest (two to three) may help your academic advisor provide the best academic advising possible.
Enrollment
- What are the steps prior to enrolling?
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Apply for admission as a concurrent student.
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After being admitted, watch for a "Next Steps" email, which contains links to begin Steps 3 and 4.
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Set up your O-Key account (activation is required before enrollment).
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Attend an advising appointment with OSU's concurrent advisor. During this meeting, you will review course selection, the enrollment process, and the Canvas platform for accessing course materials.
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- When should I enroll?
Concurrent students may typically begin enrolling for an upcoming semester around the dates listed below. To maximize course options, we would recommend having applied and met with the concurrent advisor earlier rather than later as classes tend to close or fill up.
- Fall classes (enrollment begins mid-April continues till school begins in August)
- Spring classes (enrollment begins mid-November and continues till school begins in January)
- Summer classes (enrollment begins mid-April and continues until school begins in June)
Costs
- High School Seniors
Oklahoma resident high school seniors are eligible for a concurrent tuition waiver covering up to 18 hours of coursework during their senior year of high school.
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Course fees for classes offered through the CAS Cowboy Concurrent Online Program are waived for up to 18 hours. However, students are responsible for costs such as textbook charges, proctoring fees, course material fees, and a one-time application fee. -
Undocumented and out-of-state (nonresident) students pay a reduced tuition rate compared to traditional OSU tuition for concurrent program classes. -
Oklahoma students who enroll in courses on the OSU main campus or online courses outside the Cowboy Concurrent Online Program will incur standard fees. Nonresident students will be charged regular tuition and fees for these courses.
Note: Course costs on the OSU campus and online vary by department. Consult your concurrent advisor to determine the potential costs associated with your chosen course.
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- High School Juniors
Oklahoma resident high school juniors are eligible for a tuition waiver covering up to 9 credit hours.
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Course fees for classes offered through the CAS Cowboy Concurrent Online Program are waived for up to 9 hours. However, students are responsible for costs such as textbook charges, proctoring fees, course material fees, and a one-time application fee.
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Undocumented and out-of-state (nonresident) students pay a reduced tuition rate compared to traditional OSU tuition for concurrent program classes.
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Oklahoma students who choose to take courses on the OSU main campus or online courses outside the Cowboy Concurrent Online Program will be responsible for all coursework fees. Nonresident students will be charged regular tuition and fees for these courses.
Note: Course costs on the OSU campus and online vary by department. Consult your concurrent advisor to determine the potential costs associated with your chosen course.
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- Are the any additional costs associated with concurrent courses?
Instructors are encouraged to use Open Education Resources (OERs) whenever possible and implement various assessment methods to minimize additional course costs for students.
However, some courses require textbooks and exam proctoring to ensure quality and maintain academic integrity, which may result in additional expenses for students.