Cost and Aid
Cost of AttendanceThe estimated cost per trimester at OSUIT is approximately $6,702.75
Named a Top Affordable School in Oklahoma, OSU Institute of Technology offers one of the highest quality technical educations in the region at an extremely affordable price.
Tuition & Fees
Scholarships & Financial Aid
The majority of OSUIT students receive financial aid. Not sure you're eligible? Contact our financial aid office or schedule an appointment to learn more.
Applying for and Accepting Aid
Student financial aid awards depend on two major factors: Financial need and the availability of funds. File your FAFSA now with OSUIT school code 003172.
Types of Aid Qualifying for Aid File your FAFSA
Scholarships
Check for award notices online at my.okstate.edu. Check your account often as scholarships are awarded on a rolling basis.
Scholarships & Tuition Waivers Work-Study Opportunities
Student Employment
There are many paid job opportunities on and off-campus to help students supplement college costs. You don't have to qualify for Federal Work-Study to get a job!
Making Payments
Forms and Policies
Codes of Conductand Financial Aid FAQ
- When will I receive my financial aid funds?
- Funds are disbursed by the Bursar’s Office (also in the Clack Center).
- Aid is not available on the first day of school.
- Pell Grants, SEOG, OTAG, and Direct Loans are credited to your account; any leftover is refunded via direct deposit or check (we recommend direct deposit).
- Refunds typically begin the third week of the semester.
- Single-term loans are split into two disbursements (second after ~30 days).
- OTAG and Oklahoma’s Promise funds are disbursed when received from OSRHE.
- Federal Work-Study paychecks are issued biweekly; first check takes ~6 weeks.
- What can financial aid be used for?
If you authorized OSUIT, aid may be used to pay all educational charges, including:
- Tuition/fees, room & board, books/supplies
- Tools, uniforms, bookstore items
- Parking, fines, late fees, prior-year charges
Remaining funds after account payment are refunded. You can cancel authorization at any time.
- Do grades affect my financial aid?
Yes. You must meet these Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) standards:
Hours GPA Completion Rate 1-30 (Freshman) 1.7 67% 31+ (Sophomore) 2.0 (2.5 for ETD/ITD) 67% - If you fall short, you’ll be placed on warning (still eligible).
- Fail during warning = suspension.
- Appeals and probation possible.
- Failing, incomplete, or withdrawn grades may hurt eligibility.
- What happens if I withdraw from school?
- If you withdraw during add/drop (typically week 2): 100% refund.
- If you withdraw after that: No refund, and you may owe funds back due to Return of Title IV rules.
- You must complete over 60% of the semester to keep all aid.
- What does it mean to be a first-time borrower?
- First disbursement delayed 30 days into the semester.
- Must complete:
- Entrance Counseling
- Master Promissory Note (MPN)
- Both available at studentaid.gov.
- How long can I receive financial aid?
- Aid available for up to 150% of required credit hours/terms for your degree.
- Students exceeding limits may appeal.
- Pell Grants limited to 12 full-time semesters (600%).
- Students can receive aid for only one bachelor's degree at OSUIT.
- How does the Banner Portal display my financial aid?
- Log in to my.okstate.edu
- Awards are listed by Offered, Accepted, Disbursed
- Click Submit to accept
- Some aid may not appear until disbursed (esp. OK Promise/scholarships)
- Check your OSUIT email regularly for updates!
Need More Help?
The Financial Aid & Scholarships Office is located in the Grady W. Clack Center. Office hours are 7:30am to 4:30pm, Monday-Friday. We can be reached by phone at 918-293-4684, by fax at 918-293-4650 or by email at osuitfinancialaid@okstate.edu. Schedule an appointment with us online here.
Mailing address:
OSUIT Financial Aid & Scholarships Office
1801 E. 4th Street
Okmulgee, OK 74447