College Bound

Choosing a college is a tough decision for Oklahoma seniors Wed, Nov 4, 2009 | Add a comment The clock is ticking on Jonathan Cody, a Midwest City High School senior faced with choosing a college or university within the next few months. Cody said his decision on where to go "is still...

Benefits of higher education for Oklahoma students Wed, Nov 4, 2009 | Add a comment It’s a good question, and research and experience can find good answers. Here are top reasons, from "Preparing Your Child For College” experts. A college degree can provide your...

Tests, campus visits may prepare Oklahoma students for college Tue, Nov 3, 2009 | Add a comment NORMAN — Matt Hamilton has a long title at the University of Oklahoma: registrar and associate vice president for enrollment and student financial services. In other words, he’s in...

State scholarships Mon, Nov 2, 2009 | Add a comment Here are examples of scholarships available to students attending Oklahoma colleges and universities. →The Oklahoma Tuition Scholarship Program awards scholarships to students who meet...

Terms about financial issues Mon, Nov 2, 2009 | Add a comment Here are terms from the Oklahoma Regents for Higher Education (www.okhighered.org) on financial issues: →Accrual date: The day interest charges on an education loan begin....

How to save money in college Mon, Nov 2, 2009 | Add a comment Anyone can go to college less expensively — if they know what to do, said Lance Millis, an Oklahoma State University administrator who has written several publications about preparing for...

Academic success relies on organization Mon, Nov 2, 2009 | Add a comment College students may be in class only a few hours each day, but studying for those courses is a full-time job, according to College Board, the organization that issues the SAT exam. For most...

Oklahoma colleges and universities Mon, Nov 2, 2009 | Add a comment Oklahoma Panhandle State University →Goodwell →Type of institution: Four-year university →Emphasis: Agriculture and education →Contact: High School and Community Relations,...

College freshmen graduate from high school belongings Mon, Nov 2, 2009 | Add a comment Once they’ve picked the right school, selected their class schedules and agonized over a major, college freshman have another decision-making process to navigate: what to take along and what...

New students need to learn about money, too Mon, Nov 2, 2009 | Add a comment Moving to college can be exhilarating — or terrifying — for students and their parents. For many students, college is their first experience with independence and its responsibilities....

Glossary of terms Mon, Nov 2, 2009 | Add a comment This list of terms from the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education is designed to help parents and students navigate through their higher education choices. • ACADEMIC ADVISER: The...

Timeline to college Mon, Nov 2, 2009 | Add a comment It’s never too early to start taking steps toward a college education. Students can use this comprehensive timeline to help make sure they’re accomplishing everything they need to on...

Getting into ‘your’ school is not guaranteed Mon, Nov 2, 2009 | Add a comment Dillon Horner had no problem understanding the admission requirements to be accepted into college. He sent an email requesting information from Oklahoma City University, and they mailed him a...

On-campus housing leads to togetherness Mon, Nov 2, 2009 | Add a comment Sarah Wylie lives in a dorm room on campus at University of Central Oklahoma in Edmond and she loves it. "If I lived off campus, I wouldn’t have met a third of the people that...

Entrance exams you should take Mon, Nov 2, 2009 | Add a comment Here, from "Preparing Your Child For College,” are some recommendations about testing: Many of the courses recommended for college-bound students (such as geometry and rigorous English...

Tours help students get ‘a feel for the campus’ Mon, Nov 2, 2009 | Add a comment When deciding what college to go to, one of the most important things to do is visit more than one campus and visit more than once, according to university officials. "You have to be able to...

Finding help on the Web Mon, Nov 2, 2009 | Add a comment State colleges and universities → www.okhighered.org Important terms to know → www.collegeanswer.com/global/glossary/glossary.jsp → www.ed.gov/pubs/Prepare/pt6.html Early...

Parents can offer guidance as college students transition Mon, Nov 2, 2009 | Add a comment After mortgage and car payments, sending a child to college can be one of the most expensive propositions a family will ever face. College Board, the organization that administers SAT college...

Greek system helps build long-lasting relationships Mon, Nov 2, 2009 | Add a comment Fraternities and sororities have existed at the state’s two largest schools for more than a century. They began at the University of Oklahoma in 1905 and 1908 at Oklahoma State University....

WHAT SHOULD YOU ASK? Mon, Nov 2, 2009 | Add a comment Here’s are some things to consider while visiting campuses and talking with students and staff: Admissions staff →How do they treat you and other prospective students who are waiting?...

What classes do I need? Mon, Nov 2, 2009 | Add a comment Here are recommendations from counselors at various colleges and universities: English — Four years Types of classes: American Literature; Composition; English Literature; World Literature...

In brief: College prep day planned in Oklahoma City Fri, Feb 27, 2009 | Add a comment College prep day planned Students can learn more about planning for college Saturday at Viva! College Preparation Day from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Greater Oklahoma City Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, 309...

Free workshops in Norman focus students on preparing for college Mon, Feb 9, 2009 | Add a comment NORMAN — A series of free workshops to get students and parents thinking about the academic and financial preparations needed to attend college is scheduled this month. The events are for...

College prep work requires early start Wed, Feb 4, 2009 | Add a comment NORMAN — Since my son is just a toddler, I probably have a little time before I need to start making college plans. Those with children age 11 to 14, however, should start preparing now....

Guthrie High sets ACT prep course with OSU alum Wed, Jan 7, 2009 | Add a comment GUTHRIE — Guthrie High School will have a special ACT preparation session Monday to help juniors and seniors prepare for the exam. The session will be from 8 a.m. to noon at the school, 200...