Tuition-Free Opportunities
Oklahoma City Community College - OKCGO
The OKCGo Program is available to eligible high school graduates from an Oklahoma City Public Schools’ high school. This is part of a financial aid package for the completion of one associate's degree (AAS, AA, or AS) at OCCC with a maximum award of 63 credit hours. The program covers any tuition that is remaining after all other grants, OK Promise, OTAG, and other scholarships are applied to a student's account. Students are responsible for fees and books.
Eligibility Requirements
Be a graduate of an eligible high school
Submit the OKCGo application by July 15
Enroll in a minimum of nine (9) credit hours by the first day of classes (16 week semester) for the fall semester immediately following high school graduation
OCCC must be the first, and only, institution of attendance (excluding concurrent enrollment)
Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by July 15
Be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States (no exceptions)
Continued Eligibility
Maintain a cumulative retention of a 2.0 GPA.
Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) each year by July 15
Maintain continuous enrollment of at least nine (9) credit hours per semester (excluding summer)
Rose State College - Ticket to Rose
Sponsored by Rose State College, the Ticket to Rose Program provides an opportunity for high school graduates whose primary family residence is located in the Star Spencer area. Graduates who meet the criteria will have the opportunity to receive financial assistance for tuition and mandatory fees for up to 66 attempted credit hours, or three consecutive years, whichever comes first. The need for assistance through the Ticket to Rose program is determined by the student's Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). If the student receives assistance from a free source of aid, the amount paid by the Ticket to Rose program may be reduced or eliminated. Students are responsible for textbooks, supplies, or housing.
Since Ticket to Rose is partially funded through The Technical Area Education District, which is supported by the citizens of the immediate service area, students receiving Ticket to Rose funding are required to participate in community service programs, allowing students to give back to the surrounding communities.
Eligibility Requirements
Be a graduate of Star Spencer Mid-High and have a weighted grade point average of 2.5 or higher
Complete a Rose State College Application for Admission
Complete the general scholarship application
Enroll in a minimum of nine (9) credit hours by the first day of classes (16 week semester) for the fall semester immediately following high school graduation
Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
Be a legal resident of the United States
Metro Technology Centers
Tuition waivers for one career program is available to eligible high school graduates or GED recipients from an Oklahoma City Public Schools’ high school who are under the age of 21. Students are responsible for books, supplies, or other fees.
How to Apply
Complete an enrollment application online
Meet with a career advisor
Submit a copy of high school transcript or GED certificate
Continued Eligibility
Maintain at least a B grade point average
Meet attendance requirements
Follow discipline guidelines