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FAST FACTS
Founded in 1950 by members of the churches of Christ Located in Oklahoma City, the state capital of Oklahoma, the university borders the city of Edmond. Students enjoy the academic, cultural and recreational benefits of a big city in a safe and comfortable suburban atmosphere.
Campus of 200-plus acres includes new science facilities, revamped University Center and recently-built and renovated student housing (including Honors House, a residence hall dedicated to students participating in OC’s Honors Program) More than 2,250 undergraduate (50% male, 50% female) and graduate students from 46 states and 45 countries
13-to-1 student-to-faculty ratio Member of the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, with discipline-specific accreditation for business, education, engineering, interior design, music, and nursing
More than 60 student organizations More than 1,000 students participate in more than 30 service and ministry opportunities, including outreach to communities in the United States and around the world (just some of the countries served include Argentina, Australia, Austria, China, Ghana, Honduras, Japan, Mexico, New Zealand, the Philippines, and Rwanda)
www.oc.edu/connect
Follow uS online14 SCHolARSHiPS, GRAnTS & DiSCounTS A sample of the financial aid available through OC.
18 FeDeRAl loAnS & FinAnCiAl AiD Get your student’s piece of the government pie.
26 GloSSARy A quick primer on financial aid terms.
29 CAlenDAR Important dates to keep in mind.
PARenT View 2012
© Oklahoma Christian University 2012Oklahoma Christian University admits students of any race, national and ethnic origin to all rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, handicap, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarships and loan programs, and athletic and other school administered programs.
12 THE ADMISSION & FINANCIAL AID PROCESS Step-by-step guides for enrollment and financial assistance.
On The Cover: President John deSteiguer with OC students
6 FAMILY TREE Three brothers from the Pacific Northwest have combined to send 10 children to OC.
8 SKYE HIGH Single mom finds OC’s education and environment
worth the sacrifice.
22 CAse studies Scholarship and grants can add up in your favor -
see how it can be done.
PARenT View STAFF
PReSiDenT: John deSteiguer
ViCe PReSiDenT FoR ADmiSSionS & mARkeTinG: Risa Forrester (96)
DiReCToR oF STuDenT FinAnCiAl SeRViCeS: Clint LaRue (97)
eDiToR: Wes McKinzie (98)
wRiTeRS/ConTRiBuToRS: Dawn Shelton (90), Josh Watson, Ann White (04)
DeSiGneRS: Judson Copeland (02), Jonathan Curtis (03), Rachel O’Donnell (02)
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Parent View Alumni Magazine of Oklahoma Christian University
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Home
For our children, moving away from home is a time of both great opportunity and risk. When I
spent a year in school in Jamaica, my spiritual life grew dramatically because of the influence
of my Christian friends. And, while attending a Christian college is not a magic formula for
developing spiritual maturity, there is no better place for young people who are finding their
way in the world.
Some think a Christian college is a place where students get a second-rate education at
a higher price. That’s just plain wrong. Students get a better, deeper education at a first-
rate Christian university like OC. It’s every bit as academically strong as the best public
institutions. But even beyond the high-quality academic experience, Christian universities
provide opportunities for young people to mature spiritually, socially and emotionally in ways
that state schools cannot.
And with OC’s commitment to affordability, our students may pay the same, or even less,
than they would at other well-known public and private schools.
At OC, we not only teach, we connect. Christian men and women educate students in the
classroom, but also connect with them outside of it – at church, across the campus and in
their homes. It is through these deeply important mentoring relationships that students are
able to explore real faith, not as stagnant text on a page, but as a living, breathing, world-
changing force that’s relevant in every facet of their lives.
At OC, students can grow, learn and take risks in a safe environment. Students leave OC
armed with knowledge, but covered in wisdom, prepared to serve the kingdom in mighty
ways. And that’s the core reason why a Christian education is not only relevant, but of
unparalleled significance in today’s society. We prepare students to go out and make a living,
but more importantly, we prepare them to go out and make a life.
I don’t think there’s another place anywhere like Oklahoma Christian University. I truly believe
that OC has it all. We’re in a great location. The Oklahoma City metro area is growing and
maturing on the national and international stage. There are great job and church opportunities
here for our students and graduates. And OC provides a first-rate education and a sense of
home because of the personal relationships and concern people have for each other.
My Dad was a church elder, Navy pilot, and civic leader. Mom was the model teacher in Bible
class and public school. They were my most important influencers. Their lives shaped me,
and that continues to this day. It is my prayer that you will know, and exercise wisely, your
God-given influence with your children as together you make important, life-shaping decisions
like where to attend college.
Each year, I see our students’ lives changed in remarkable ways that impact not just them,
but everyone they come in contact with – their families, friends, peers, church and community.
We’re ready to help make that happen for your child. We’re ready to do everything we can to
make OC their home away from home. Thank you for considering us worthy of your trust.
Sincerely,
John deSteiguer
President, Oklahoma Christian University
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Thank you for taking the time to read through the 2012-2013 edition
of Parent View. This issue of Parent View features information about
OC scholarships, federal and state financial aid, helpful hints when
completing the FAFSA, sample financial aid packages, and much more!
Oklahoma Christian continues to invest millions of dollars in scholarships
and grants. Every student who applies to OC has the opportunity to
receive financial aid. OC is committed to awarding need-based grants,
so students from lower- to middle-income families receive more financial
aid today than ever before.
Attending college requires a financial commitment from the student,
the family, the government, and the school. We believe you’ll find an
extraordinary commitment from Oklahoma Christian to make a high-
quality Christian education affordable for your son or daughter.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me or your
personal financial aid counselor at 800.877.5010.
LEttEr from thE StudEnt fInancIaL SErVIcES dIrEctor
Sincerely,
Clint LaRueDirector of Student Financial Services
www.oc.edu/value
Oklahoma Christian University eliminated student fees and did not raise students’ total costs for tuition, room and board for the 2012-2013 academic year. In addition, we’re helping students graduate on time by offering up to 17 hours per semester for the base tuition price. OC’s new pricing increases the opportunity for students and families to shape their costs with technology, housing, dining and other choices that best fit their budgets and needs.
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Lauren Wheeler still gets a personalized tour when she walks around
campus with her parents, OC grads Heather and Carl Wheeler.
“Well, Mom always takes a few minutes to point out the first place she
saw Dad, where they first talked, first kissed, and where he proposed.
The proposal story is definitely my favorite,” said Lauren, a senior biology
major from Topeka, Kansas.
Indeed, that proposal story is legendary to alumni, circa 1984. It was
during Homecoming, and Heather was starring as Laurie in the musical
“Oklahoma.” Carl took a line from Curly, pulled Heather outside the
Hardeman stage before the curtain opened, and popped the question.
Heather’s real-life answer, of course, was less reluctant than Laurie’s
“Why would I wanna marry you?”
Heather said “yes” and the rest is OC history still in the making. Lauren
and her brother Lane are current OC students; LaVon just graduated from
Oklahoma Christian as a biology major with a music minor. She also was
a member of OC’s Honors Program.
“If I had 1,000 re-dos of where to go to college, I’d choose OC every time.
I love it here,” Lauren said. “OC has a very high acceptance rate into
med school, an excellent music program, and I love being on a Christian
campus. It’s close to home and feels like a second home since my family
has gone through here.”
Heather, a music teacher, and Carl, an attorney, have been very
intentional about exposing their kids (and all of the other kids they know)
to Oklahoma Christian through summer camps, visits and hosting OC
groups at their home congregation.
“I didn’t grow up in a Christian household so I didn’t have that Christian
family to rely on other than at church. Then, when I came to OC, and all
of a sudden I had two or three thousand Christian folks that became my
family,” said Carl, who specializes in child support enforcement for Young
Williams Support Services. “Some of my closest friends that I met and
made here at OC, I’m still very close with and still feel like family, and
their kids feel like family.”
Heather has encouraged her children to get involved and make friends
because that’s what she did.
“I’ve finally realized how wise my parents really are,” LaVon said. “They
have always encouraged me to do my homework first, but to also go
have fun with people in all my free time. Your college friends will be some
of your best friends for the rest of your life.”
That’s true for Heather and her friend Laura Earp, who met their first
week on campus about 30 years ago. They ended up becoming
roommates, being unofficially adopted as another daughter in each
other’s families, and were in each other’s weddings when Heather married
Carl and Laura married Philip Autrey.
They have stayed in touch, and they visit each other’s homes in Topeka
and in Arlington, Texas, where Laura and Philip live with their three kids,
including Victoria, a current OC student.
Heather was there for Laura when she was diagnosed with cancer two
years ago. As Laura battled the aggressive cancer that had advanced to
her bones, Heather sprang into action to tend to Laura’s spirit. She set
up a Facebook page for updates and prayer requests.
“She can get action out of people, big time,” said Laura, who said she is
very grateful for Heather’s energy and for the power of prayer. Heather
also gave Laura a gift. After asking Laura’s friends for their favorite
scriptures, Heather painstakingly highlighted them in a Bible she gave her.
“She did this for me. And every time I open that Bible, I see something
new and who sent it to me. It is the most precious gift,” Laura said.
Laura recently received good news about her health. Her tumor markers
are lower than they’ve been, and although she remains on chemo, she is
very optimistic and grateful.
“So many people prayed for me. That’s what did it,” she said. “That’s why
I’m here today.”
That’s what friends are for.
By Dawn Shelton
WHeelers saY ‘Yes’ to oKlaHoma cHristianCARl AnD HeATHeR’S CHilDRen Follow in THeiR FooTSTePS
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If every first-time college parent could sit at the feet of Paul
and Julie Hinds of Portland, Oregon, they’d get a calming
perspective in the midst of the frantic season of applications,
scholarships amounts, interest rates, deadlines, campus visits
and separation anxiety.
With six daughters, they’ve been there, done that … and have
drawers full of OC t-shirts to prove it. Youngest daughter Emily
graduated with an OC nursing degree this year, which marked
the 20th anniversary of sending their first daughter to college.
The Hinds are just one family in OC’s Pacific Northwest
pipeline. Among the hundreds of students who have come
inland to Oklahoma City, four families by the last name of
Hinds (including three brothers – Paul, Tom and James) have
combined to send 10 children to OC. Fourth brother, John,
actually started the trend when he came to OC himself in 1995.
Granted, the Hinds have written many checks for tuition,
room and board to Oklahoma Christian, but Paul sees it as an
investment that has eternal dividends.
“OC has a unique sense of family and personal engagement
between faculty and students to help guide one’s sense of
mission in life. The OC culture is attractive to us, and our kids
have benefitted greatly,” Paul said from his office at Hinds
Instruments, a company that manufactures a broad range
of instrumentation for evaluating polarization and light. (The
company has hired several OC engineering graduates).
Paul said their girls were able to cover, on average, about
35 percent of their college education with summer jobs,
scholarships and savings. Paul and Julie, through a mix of
college loans and their own funds, helped with the rest.
“We told each daughter, ‘You do everything you possibly can,
mom and dad will do the same, and the Lord will work it all
out.’ And He did,” Paul said.
Still, in swapping notes with other parents who have sent
children to state schools or other private schools, Paul said
he doesn’t feel they’ve paid a premium at OC. He said that
is especially true when considering the quality of education
received by his daughters, a brother, nieces and nephews, and
OC grads hired by their second-generation business.
Paul offers tips for going through the process of choosing
college and weighing the investment of a Christian education.
He encourages parents to pray unceasingly … and to pick up
a new book by OC alumnus Brian Simmons, “Wandering in the
Wilderness.” It discusses the faith journeys of young people
from the time they leave high school through their 20s.
“Reading through the book helped me appreciate in a new
way this stage of life and how OC’s administration, faculty and
environment help support our young people during this critical
period in their lives,” Paul said.
The Hinds family takes a long view of legacy – not just
from one generation to the next, but for the children of their
children’s children. It is a legacy of faith: how to faithfully live,
how to defend the faith and how to advance the Kingdom.
Paul and his wife, Julie, took a holistic approach to discipling
their children, with Christian higher education being a major
tenet of their plan.
It will be their grandchildren’s turn before too long. With eight
grandkids so far, Paul and Julie want to help send them (and
their grandchildren’s grandchildren) to college, hopefully to OC.
“It is not about us and what we can do. It’s about helping the
next generation and seeing them use their talents in their
careers, homes, communities and the church,” Paul said. “The
Lord has blessed us, and whether he chooses to bless us or
refine us, may he find us faithful.”
By Dawn Shelton
“we TolD THem, ‘you Do eVeRyTHinG you PoSSiBly CAn, mom AnD DAD will Do THe SAme, AnD THe loRD will woRk iT All ouT.’ AnD He DiD.”
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Cree Hammond was a single mom. Her
daughter, Skye, wasn’t even thinking about
Oklahoma Christian University as a potential
college choice.
Then Skye visited OC’s campus, met OC’s
people, and found out about OC’s academic
programs and campus life.
The rest is history … in the making.
Skye is a senior public relations major at
Oklahoma Christian. She is really involved on
campus and has captained the cheer squad.
“She loved how the OC community treated her,”
Cree said. “The faculty and staff struck me as
people who already cared about my daughter.
She loved how it was an intimate campus
where she could be a name, not just a number.”
The numbers didn’t necessarily add up when
Skye first made her decision to attend OC. But
a cost-benefit analysis convinced Cree that this
was the place for her daughter.
“I let her come here despite the expense,”
Cree said. “Although the cost of a school is
important, the fact that my child gets to be in
a safe environment with good Christian people,
that she’s able to openly and freely praise God
every day, that is worth the sacrifice for me.
“Education is very important to our family. I
looked at OC’s curriculum. I saw how students
do as a whole – getting into grad schools and
being successful. That was a big factor for me.
I was impressed.”
OC made such an impact on Cree that she
jumped at an opportunity to work at the
university. She started in the Student Life Office,
then became an attorney in OC’s Advancement
Office after passing the bar exam. She now
volunteers her legal education and training
to help the poor, safeguard the interests of
indigent elderly people, and protect the abused.
Though her job helped with Skye’s tuition, there
were other financial obstacles. But Cree and her
family (Skye’s brother, William, and Cree’s new
husband, Derick Gathright) are committed to OC
… just as the OC family is committed to them.
“The love of the OC community – the faculty,
staff and students – adds years to your life.
It just fills my spirit,” Cree said. “To know that
my daughter is at this place, as a mother, I’m
overjoyed.”
By Wes McKinzie
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Beverly Floyd is a schoolteacher. Keith Floyd is a self-employed electrician whose business has suffered due to changing technologies.
They’re in important professions. They’re doing things they love. But they don’t make the kind of money that makes having three college students easy (if there is such a thing).
The Floyds have had three kids make the short trip from Mesquite, Texas (a Dallas suburb) to Oklahoma Christian. All three were at OC together until Lindsey, the oldest, graduated this year with a degree in psychology. Kalee majors in business and Tyler majors in engineering.
“This is the only school they’ve ever wanted to go to,” Keith said. “It’s a great school. It’s worth it to find a way for them to come here. It really is.”
Lindsey and Kalee became familiar with Oklahoma Christian when the student performing groups New Reign and Summer Singers came to their summer camp. Lindsey visited campus after that … and instantly felt connected.
“I loved it here,” Lindsey said. “The faculty and students were outgoing and friendly, even to people they didn’t know. It was a pleasant atmosphere. Everyone was happy and nice.”
The warm feelings continued after Lindsey became a student. A lot of people she knew from Texas also chose OC.
Kalee followed her older sister to Oklahoma Christian. The Floyds weren’t sure they could afford for her to attend. But the leap of faith paid off when Kalee made New Reign.
“I was really surprised when I made New Reign, and when I found out how much the scholarship was, I nearly cried. It was such a relief to know that more of my tuition would be covered,” Kalee said. “I truly feel like I am in the group for a reason, because I prayed so much that God would help me find a way to pay for my college. I thank God that He has blessed me to be able to do this, and that I can spread the word about Him in the process.”
OC’s focus on God, in the classroom and beyond, appealed to the Floyds. Keith attended Oklahoma Christian in the early 80s while
Beverly went to a state school and never felt the connection to her professors that their children do.
“Our kids went to a big high school where you see and hear everything. I wanted them to be in a Christian atmosphere so they wouldn’t have to deal with all the stuff they dealt with in high school,” Beverly said. “I love the size of the campus, and I love that the instructors go to the churches they attend. It’s a different world.”
And a world of opportunity. Lindsey also sang with New Reign, and earned other scholarships for her musical ability (she also sang with the Chorale and Chamber Singers) and her ACT score. Tyler was seventh in his high school class, and had many scholarships available to him as he began pursuing his engineering degree at Oklahoma Christian. It’s all added up to make quality Christian education affordable for a family that wanted their kids to pursue their dreams.
“We are really grateful for OC,” Keith said. “We feel blessed.”
By Wes McKinzie
FA I T H R E WA R D E D
youR ColleGe Home, CloSe To Home Oklahoma Christian is located just 220 miles from Dallas/Fort Worth in Oklahoma City, which has a metro-area population of 1.25 million people. Almost 25 percent of OC students are from the Lone Star State, meaning students like the Floyds (see story above) are right at home at one of the best universities in the west (as named by The Princeton Review and U.S. News & World Report). To find out more, visit our Texas office in the Las Colinas area of Irving, or go to www.oc.edu/texas.
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American Fidelity Assurance
Apple
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Conoco Phillips
Dell
Deloitte & Touche
Devon Energy
Ernst & Young
FBI
Federal Aviation Administration
General Electric
Grant Thornton
Harper’s Bazaar
IBM
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Lawson Software
Let’s Start Talking Ministries
MidFirst Bank
MTM Recognition
NASA
NBC
Northrop Grumman
Oklahoma City Thunder
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Oklahoma Publishing Company
Real Simple
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Sonic Corporation
Southwest Airlines
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Trammell Crow
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White House
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Many congregations and ministry organizations
throughout the United States and the world
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throughout the United States and the world
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throughout the United States and the world
Many public and private schools throughout the
United States and the world
oc alumni go on to successful careers in all walks of life and earn acceptance into the best
graduate, law and med schools. Here are some of the graduate schools our students attend,
along with some of the many workplaces where oc students and alumni are making an impact.
WitHin reacH
Highest state education certification
exam pass rate in Oklahoma.
ABET-accredited engineering programs:
One of only two members of the
111-school Council for Christian Colleges
and Universities with three ABET-
accredited programs.
Straight years National History Honor
Society has received a “Best Chapter”
award for all U.S. universities with 3,000
or fewer students.
Study abroad and off-campus learning
opportunities.
Of classes/course sections have fewer
than 30 students.
Graduate and law school placement rate
for OC language and literature graduates.
Job placement rate for OC
communication design (graphic design)
graduates.
Job placement rate for OC interior
design graduates.
Medical and graduate school placement
rates for OC biology graduates.
Of OC history and political science
graduates graduates who applied to
history or political science graduate
programs or to law school have been
accepted in the last five years.
Graduate school acceptance rate for
OC Honors Program graduates the past
four years.
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WitHHigHestHonors
One of Oklahoma Christian’s most beloved teachers is Dr. Scott
LaMascus. Dr. LaMascus, an OC graduate, served as a professor of
English and as chair of the Department of Language and Literature
before he became director of OC’s Honors Program.
The program is what the National Collegiate Honors Council calls the
“most robust” model for Honors programs – a coherent, four-year
experience built around integrated core courses designed exclusively for
Honors students and taught by exceptional teacher-scholars.
Through research and a high level of in-class participation, students are
encouraged to accept intellectual challenges in order to understand
and perform at the highest possible level; the program has a 100%
acceptance rate into graduate schools the past three years. The new
Honors House at Davisson Hall offers a residential option for Honors
students seeking to reach their academic potential. Tutorial, meeting,
café, and activity spaces are included.
“I know that academic achievers have the intellectual aptitude to
successfully navigate any number of universities in the nation,” Dr.
LaMascus said. “But we are seeking those on a quest to answer this
question: Where will I find a Christian community of higher learning
where I will best fit and, therefore, best flourish over four years to
achieve my God-given potential?”
During his tenure as chair, Dr. LaMascus helped bring national
prominence to the Department of Language & Literature. The
department established the Community Literacy service project and
expanded the OC Writing Center, and saw student literary papers and
journals win numerous national awards.
He also championed the establishment of the McBride Center for Faith
and Literature at Oklahoma Christian, which brings to campus high-
profile speakers such as Pulitzer Prize winner Dr. Marilynne Robinson
and former U.S. Poet Laureate Dr. Robert Pinsky.
“I know I’m supposed to talk about our outstanding classrooms,
innovative curriculum and nurturing community. But the real truth is
that giving our best to Christ in all things is one of the amazing things
about the atmosphere here,” Dr. LaMascus said. “We’re on a quest
for meaning. Study hard, ask good questions and work together with
friends and faculty. That’s my idea of a recipe for success.”
Named a “Best University - Master’s”
in the western region in U.S. News
and World Report’s “America’s Best
Colleges”
Designated by Princeton Review as a
Best Western College
Named to the President’s Higher Edu-
cation Community Service Honor Roll
Gaming design program selected
as one of the top undergraduate
programs by Princeton Review and
GamePro magazine
One of only two members of the
CCCU with ABET accreditation for
three engineering programs
nATionAl ReCoGniTion
Here are just some of the recent honors earned by OC and its students.
For a complete list (updated frequently!), go to www.oc.edu/accomplishments.
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ensure your child completes the oc application for admission. All students must complete this application, submit their ACT and/or SAT
scores, and submit their most recent high school and/or college transcript(s) to be eligible for OC scholarships and grants.
complete the Free application for Federal student aid (FaFsa) on the web at www.fafsa.gov. Be sure to include OC’s Title IV code (003165)
in the school section. A renewal application must be completed each year. The completion of this form is a requirement for federal assistance.
receive a award letter notification from oc within two weeks after your student has submitted an act/sat score and FaFsa (if you
wish to receive federal assistance). Your student will receive (at the email address listed on the FAFSA or application for admission) an email
with a link to view his/her award letter. The award letter will show all of the financial aid your student is eligible to receive from Oklahoma
Christian and from the federal and/or state governments.
return additional documentation if necessary. After the financial aid award is sent to your student, additional documents may be necessary.
Your student will receive emails notifying him/her which documents we need. (For example, the government may require that we request a copy
of your tax forms). Most other types of documents we request can be completed on our website at www.oc.edu/forms.
complete the online payment plan Form. After your student’s award letter is sent, he/she will be sent a missing document email notifying
him/her to complete the payment plan form. The online payment plan form can be accessed at www.oc.edu/forms.
The following is a step-by-step guide for completing the OC scholarship and financial aid process. Due to limited funding, it is best to complete this
process early. For more information, visit our website at www.oc.edu/financialprocess.
SCHolARSHiP & FinAnCiAl AiD PRoCeSS
start HereADmiSSion PRoCeSS
To determine admittance to Oklahoma Christian
University, the Admission Office must receive a
student’s application for admission, test scores,
current high school transcript and Character
Recommendation Form. Notification of your
child’s admission status will be mailed to your
child within two weeks of receipt of completed
information.
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The following are the items needed to complete OC’s admission process. Your child
should complete each step below, with the corresponding paperwork, as soon as
possible for priority consideration. Info and forms available at www.oc.edu/process.
After applying for admission, your student
will receive an email (to the address they list
on the application) with MyOC student portal
login instructions. Encourage your student
to pay special attention to this email! MyOC
allows students and parents to check missing
paperwork and reserve housing and orientation
spots. It’s also where you’ll receive your
scholarship and financial aid award letter.
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PerSoNaL fINaNCIaLCoUNSeLorS
youR ADVoCATeS AnD GuiDeS
You’ve been there for your children all of their lives. When it’s time for
them to leave the nest, they’ll put on a brave face, but it can be scary for
them. And even though you may put on a brave face, it can be scary for
you, too.
It helps to have someone you can count on … someone you can trust to
help your student navigate the waters.
That’s especially true in the financial services consultation. Those
unfamiliar with the financial aid process need a friend and guide to help
them, and that’s what OC provides.
“First-time students have different financial aid needs than those of
returning students,” said Clint LaRue, director of student financial services.
“Our counselors for incoming students are specially trained to handle
their unique needs and concerns.”
The ability of OC financial aid counselors to tailor their skills for different
types of students allows them to know students and families on a
personal level. Counselors know students by name and are able to give
more of their time to help understand each student’s unique situation.
Another distinct advantage of the OC Financial Services Office is that the
same counselor handles a particular student’s financial aid awards and
student account, and can work personally with students and parents if
there is a concern in any area.
The OC advantage is a personal touch. In a world where we’re lucky to
hear a human voice on the other end of the phone after jumping through
hoops of automated messages and menus, OC’s financial aid counselors
are accessible advocates who go the extra mile, looking for ways to help
students’ dreams become realities.
“We are able to work with families step by step through this process,
hopefully eliminating any extra concern as they enjoy what should be an
exciting time of life,” LaRue said.
www.oc.edu/financial
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ACADemiC meRiT SCHolARSHiPSall academic awards are reviewed on an
annual basis for each incoming class.
modifications for future incoming classes will
not change your academic award.
presidential academic success
scHolarsHip (PASS): This scholarship
is available to first-time freshmen with an
ACT score of 22 or above or an SAT score
of 1020 or above. A student may receive
this scholarship up to 10 semesters of
undergraduate enrollment and must maintain
a 2.8 cumulative GPA to keep the award.
This scholarship will be prorated for part-time
enrollment. Documentation of your ACT/SAT
scores is required. Refer to the following chart
to determine the amount of your Academic
Scholarship.
Please note: At this time, Oklahoma Christian does not incorporate the writing section of the SAT into the total SAT score. Therefore, only the combination of the verbal and math sections are used to determine the amount of the PASS award.
national merit Finalist scHolarsHip:
This scholarship is determined by the National
Merit Corporation and is awarded in the spring
of a student’s senior year. A student may
receive this award up to 10 semesters and
must maintain a 3.0 cumulative college GPA and
participate in OC’s Honor program to keep the
award.
Finalists receive full tuition, mandatory fees,
room and meal plan (minus any other OC
award).
• Thisawardisproratedforpart-timestudents.
• ScholarshiproomexpensesprovideforOC’s
Honor’s House. If a student chooses to live
in private room and/or a higher priced dorm/
apartment, the student will be responsible for
the difference in housing prices.
• Boardexpensescoverthecostofafull
meal plan but do not cover Eagle Bucks.
If a student chooses to add Eagle Bucks,
the student will be responsible for the
incremental costs.
• TheNationalMeritSchooldoesnotcover
private music lessons, nursing clinical fees,
and fees for special programs such as Pacific
Rim, European Studies, CCCU off-campus
study, and others that may be developed.
• ForNationalMeritFinalists,OCwillapply
$2,000 of the Oklahoma State Regents
Scholarship (discussed below) to help cover
the cost of full tuition, room and meal plan.
The additional $2,000 will be applied to the
student’s account and can be used as a credit
or may help pay for books, costs for available
upgraded student housing options, etc.
oKlaHoma state regents scHolarsHip:
This is awarded by the Oklahoma State
Regents and is worth up to $4,000 per year for
up to 8 semesters. Students from Oklahoma
must have a total ACT subscore of 134 or
above. National Merit Finalists who are not
residents of Oklahoma can also apply for this
scholarship. A student must maintain a 3.25
cumulative GPA. For more information, contact
the Oklahoma State Regents Office by phone at
(405) 225-9131 or (800) 858-1840. Additional
information can also be found online at www.
okhighered.org/academic-scholars.
TRAnSFeR ACADemiC meRiT SCHolARSHiPStransFer scHolarsHip: This scholarship
is based on the cumulative GPA of all college
transfer work. The scholarship is good for up to
10 semesters. This scholarship will be prorated
for part-time enrollment. Students transferring
more than 15 credit hours and who have
attended another higher education institution
starting in the fall semester after their high
school senior year will be considered transfer
students for financial aid purposes. A student
should submit complete college transcript(s) to
OC for consideration. A student must maintain
a 2.5 cumulative GPA to keep this award. Refer
to the following chart to determine the amount
of the scholarship.
PeRFoRmAnCe AwARDS maximum oc scholarships and tuition
discounts may not exceed full tuition up to
18 hours. awards will be prorated for part-
time enrollment. students may receive no
more than one performance award.
art/design scHolarsHip: This scholarship
is for first-time OC students majoring in art,
design, or video gaming. It is worth $1,000 per
year for up to 10 semesters. A student must
maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.5. Students
must submit 5 works of art to be considered
for this scholarship. To apply, a student should
complete the OC application for admission and
contact the Department of Art and Design at
(405) 425-5556. Early applications will be
given priority.
music scHolarsHip: This scholarship is
for first-time students who demonstrate
exceptional musical ability and accomplishment.
It is renewable for up to 10 semesters.
Scholarship amounts will vary depending on
student’s ability and music department need.
A student must maintain a 2.5 cumulative GPA
and continue to participate in music. To apply, a
student should complete the OC application for
admission and contact the music department
at (405) 425-5530 for audition requirements.
Students should schedule an audition in the
fall semester or early in the spring semester.
Additional information concerning OC’s music
act score sat score scholarship (yearly)
32-36 1400-1600 $10,000
28-31 1250-1390 $8,000
25-27 1130-1240 $6,000
22-24 1020-1120 $4,000
ScholarShipS,GrantS & DiScountSScholarShipS,GrantS & DiScountS
cumulative gpa scholarship (yearly)
3.50-4.00 $5,500
3.00-3.49 $4,500
2.50-2.99 $3,500
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department is available at www.oc.edu/music.
tHeatre/drama scHolarsHip: This
scholarship is for first-time OC students
demonstrating theatrical abilities. It is renewable
for up to 10 semesters. Scholarship amounts
will vary depending on student’s ability and
theatre department need. A student must
maintain a 2.5 cumulative GPA and continue to
participate in theatre. To apply, a student should
complete the OC application for admission and
contact the theatre department at (405) 425-
5556 for audition requirements.
VarsitY atHletics: Oklahoma Christian
University is a member of the NCAA Divisioin II
and offers a wide variety of collegiate sports.
For more information, please contact the
athletic office (405) 425-5350.
oTHeR oC SCHolARSHiPS/GRAnTS maximum oc scholarships and tuition
discounts may not exceed full tuition up to
18 hours. awards will be prorated for part-
time enrollment.
BiBlical studies scHolarsHip: Oklahoma
Christian University applicants interested in
ministry majors are encouraged to apply for
College of Biblical Studies endowed scholarship
awards. Award amounts vary and include half
and full tuition scholarships (when combined
with other OC scholarships) for qualified
applicants. Visit www.oc.edu/biblescholarships.
Select and complete the “New Student Bible
Scholarship Major Application” no later than
January 15, 2013. For more information, contact
the Admission Office at [email protected] or Dr.
Richard Wright at [email protected].
cHristian engineering scHolarsHip:
The Christian Engineering Scholarship (CES)
gives students a chance to earn a full-tuition
scholarship in their third and fourth years. For
more information, please visit www.oc.edu/
ces. To apply, complete the OC application
and contact the engineering department for
additional requirements. Priority deadline
for this scholarship is March 7. No other OC
scholarships may combine with this award.
cHurcH matcH scHolarsHip: This
scholarship is for students who receive a
scholarship from a congregation of the churches
of Christ. OC will match dollar for dollar up to
$500 per student per academic year (August
through May). To apply for this scholarship,
the church must complete the Church Match
Application Form (www.oc.edu/forms) with the
signatures of two church officials.
international scHolarsHip: This
scholarship is for students who are citizens of
foreign countries and ineligible for federal aid or
for one of OC’s other scholarship awards. It is
worth $2,000 per year for up to 10 semesters.
A student must maintain a 2.0 cumulative GPA.
To apply, complete OC’s international student
application for admission.
nortHWest endoWment Fund: After the
closing of Cascade College, OC’s branch
campus in Portland, Oregon, a scholarship
fund was created with the existing endowed
scholarship assets from Cascade College. These
endowed scholarship funds are now used as
specified by the donors to provide scholarships
for students from the region traditionally served
by Cascade College. Students wishing to attend
Oklahoma Christian from the Pacific Northwest
are welcome to apply for a scholarship from
the Northwest Endowment Fund. Scholarship
applications are available at www.oc.edu/nwef.
oc grant: This grant is funded by the
university and is based on a family’s
demonstrated financial need. OC Grant will
combine with any other award(s). A student
must complete the Free Application for Federal
Student Aid (FAFSA) to be considered for this
award.
rotc room & Board discount: This
scholarship is awarded to students who have
been chosen for ROTC Academic Scholarships.
It is valid for up to 10 semesters as long as the
student maintains the academic scholarship
requirements set by ROTC. A student must be
enrolled at Oklahoma Christian and register for
classes at other institutions through Oklahoma
Christian. To apply, complete the OC application
for admission with verification from ROTC of the
academic scholarship and amount. The value
of the Room and Board Scholarship will be
determined by calculating the ROTC Academic
Scholarships as a percentage of tuition.
Oklahoma Christian will match the standard
room and board rate. This will include all OC
monies including the Academic Scholarship.
Additional information about the Air Force ROTC
Program can be found online at www.ou.edu/
ROTC/air-force. Additional information about the
Army ROTC program can be found online at
busn.uco.edu/armyrotc.
oC DiSCounTSoc policies allow students to receive no
more than one discount.
cHildren’s Home discount: This $4,000/
year tuition discount is for first-time OC
students (age 23 or under) whose parents
work as house parents at a children’s home. To
qualify, the parents must be the legal guardians
of the applicant. The parents must also live full-
time at the children’s home, and they must have
placed children living in the home. This discount
is also intended for first-time students who
have lived in a children’s facility for the past
year with no parental support. This discount
may be used for up to 10 semesters. A student
must maintain a 2.0 cumulative GPA. To apply,
complete the OC application for admission and
provide verification of recent stay at a children’s
home or verification of parent’s full-time
employment as house parents.
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iS ouR FAmily inTeReSTeD in GRAnTS?
• Approximately30%ofOCstudentsqualify
for federal and/or state grants.
• Manystudentswhodonotqualifyforfederal
or state grants qualify for the OC Grant
(Oklahoma Christian’s need-based grant).
• CompletingtheFAFSAdoesn’tguarantee
your student will receive a need-based grant,
but you won’t know unless you apply.
iS ouR FAmily inTeReSTeD in loAnS?
• EVERYSTUDENTCANQUALIFYfora
FEDERAL STUDENT LOAN.
• Thebestkindsofstudentloanswiththe
lowest interest rates are only available to
students who complete the FAFSA.
• TheParentPLUSloanisonlyofferedto
parents whose dependent children complete
a FAFSA.
iS my STuDenT inTeReSTeD in woRkinG on CAmPuS?
• ThemajorityofOCstudentswhocompletea
FAFSA qualify for work-study jobs.
• On-campusemploymentisnotguaranteed,
but students who qualify for work study have
a much greater opportunity to find a job.
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SHoulD my FAmily ComPleTe THeMYTH: My family should not complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) because my student will not qualify for any federal money.
REALITY:Every student is eligible to receive federal aid. Before making a decision about completing the FAFSA, ask yourself these questions:
Complete the FAFSA online at www.fafsa.ed.gov.
cHildren oF minister’s discount: This
$4,000/year tuition discount is for first-time OC
students (age 23 or under) who are children of
full-time ministers, provided the minister meets
certain criteria. To qualify, the minister must
be a full-time (40 hours/week paid vocation)
Church of Christ pulpit and/or youth minister
and have served at least five years. Applicants
must submit the Children of Minister’s Discount
application form as well as a youth census list
(9th-12th grade) from your home congregation.
This discount may be used for up to 10
semesters providing the parent continues to
work as a full-time minister. Recipients must
maintain a 2.0 cumulative GPA. To apply,
complete the OC application for admission and
the Children of Minister’s Discount application.
cHristian academY/scHool discount:
This $4,000/year tuition discount is for first-
time OC students (age 23 or under) whose
parents work full-time at a K-12 Christian
academy or school. This discount may be used
for up to 10 semesters. Parents must continue
to work full-time at a Christian academy or
school, and the student must maintain a 2.0
cumulative GPA. To apply, a student should
complete the OC application for admission and
submit the Christian Academy/School Discount
application.
Foreign missionarY discount: This
$4,000/year tuition discount is first-time OC
students (age 23 or under) whose parents
are currently working in the foreign mission
field under the provision and support of a
congregation of the Church of Christ located
in the United States. This discount may be
used for up to 10 semesters. A parent must
continue to work in the mission field and the
student must maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0.
To apply, the student should complete the OC
application for admission with verification of
work in a foreign mission field.
sister scHool discount: This $4,000/year
tuition discount is for first-time OC students
(age 23 or under) whose parents work full-
time at a sister college or university. A Sister
College/University is one which participates in
the Sister School Undergraduate Reciprocal
Tuition Remission program. This discount may
be used for up to 10 semesters. A parent must
continue to work full-time at the sister college
or university, and the student must maintain a
2.0 cumulative GPA. To apply, complete the OC
application for admission and the Sister School
Discount application.
ouTSiDe SCHolARSHiPSFor information about outside scholarships,
please visit sources for other scholarships
at www.oc.edu/outsidescholarships.
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Some call it the elephant in the room.
Sometimes it’s the 800-pound gorilla. It’s the
topic no one is talking about, but what everyone
is thinking about.
We’re outing the elephant/gorilla of college
admissions ... the cost and value debates.
Obviously, affording a private Christian college
education is a concern for many families,
particularly when the cost of everything is going
up from gasoline to groceries.
The popularity of money-management programs
such as The Dave Ramsey Show also has
kicked the debate up a notch.
“I think education is extremely important.
However, going into major debt in order to get
a degree that you will never use is ridiculous,”
Ramsey wrote on his website, daveramsey.
com. “When I hire people for my company, I
don’t look only at the degrees they have. I look
at desire, attitude, diligence, people skills, and
other qualities. These are the things that will
determine if they are successful, not necessarily
a degree.”
You might think that statements like that would
make OC’s admissions folks squirm a little bit.
No, in fact, he has helped us.
OC’s foundation was built on transforming
students’ lives to not only be successful in a
career, but to be people who have the qualities
that Ramsey admires. And, no, you can’t
necessarily get that at any college or university.
Jon Junker is an OC alumnus who facilitates
Ramsey’s “Financial Peace University” at his
congregation. He paid his own way through
college in the 1980s – spurred on by his dad,
who taught him to spend his money on things
that will appreciate over time, like education.
“I believe that a Christian education has a lot of
value that may be intangible to those that have
not experienced it, such as a better student-
teacher ratio, a better environment, lots of
opportunities to grow spiritually, and making
many good friends for life,” he said.
Jon owns his own company, Redbud Technical
Consulting, based in Edmond, Oklahoma. He
says that his former professors still remember
his name and are genuinely interested in his
career and life when he sees them.
He and his wife, Gayle, have three children who
are rapidly heading toward college age. And
they are planning for it.
“I personally want my kids to have a stake in
paying for their higher education, whether it is
by earning scholarships or cold, hard cash,” he
said. “I believe that if the kid puts a little bit of
his or her treasure into it, their heart will follow.”
That’s advice that OC alumnus Matt Johns
has heard himself give to potential students
because of his family’s background.
“My parents sent three kids to OC, all within
eight years. My parents took out a Parent Plus
loan after my scholarships and we knew we
were not throwing away our money,” Matt said.
“We paid for my education knowing that my life
would forever be changed for the better.”
Admissions counselor Crislyn Ward says she
hears the value-versus-cost question a lot. She
gives a response that offers both a “how to”
and a passion that is hard not to catch.
“I tell students that my dad was a teacher
and my mom was a stay-at-home mom until
I was in high school, which means we didn’t
have a lot of money growing up,” she said. “My
parents had not been able to save much for my
education, but I knew that I wanted to be at a
Christian university. So I worked hard in school
to get good grades and good test scores.
Through hard work, good family support, and
the grace of God, not only was I able to come
to OC, but both of my younger brothers came
here as well.”
Granted, Crislyn is part of the OC Admissions
Team. But you can train a counselor; you can’t
force authenticity.
“I do have student loans that I am paying off,
but I tell students and parents that those loans
are completely worth it. The lifelong friendships
I made at OC, the things I learned from my
professors, and the experiences I had as a
student will always be worth that monthly
student loan payment I make each month,”
Crislyn said.
Nancy and Steve Thomas are Ramsey followers
who had two children at OC at the same time.
“I agree with Dave Ramsey in that I don’t
believe we owe our children a college education,
but we always wanted our children to be able
to be independent and support themselves,”
Nancy said. “If that education and the skills that
come with it can help others, then they will
always be able to serve in the Lord’s kingdom.”
Talking about elephants, gorillas, student loans,
choices and value may not be so controversial
after all. Talking it out might just turn dreams
into reality.
By Dawn Shelton
read more about DYNAM ICALLY EQU IPPED a lumn i at www.oC . EDU/ fA I thfULLY
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Federal grant and loan options to
help sweeten your student’s Financial
aid packages
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Pell grantThis grant is available to undergraduate students only who have an Expected Family Contribution (EFC) between $0 and 4,995. The EFC is based on the family’s financial need as determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Pell Grant awards do not require repayment and range between $555/year up to $5,550/year.
SuPPlemental educational oPPortunity grant (Seog)This grant is only available to undergraduate students. The amount is determined by the student’s financial need and the availability of funds at the school. It does not require repayment. Policies may vary according to institutions.
Federal Work-Study ProgramThis program is available to both undergraduate and graduate students. Students typically work no more than eight hours per week at minimum wage (up to $1,750/year). The inclusion of work-study on your financial aid offer only indicates eligibility. It is not a guarantee of a job. The student is responsible for contacting potential supervisors and finding a job. You may find job listings at www.oc.edu/campusjobs.
PerkinS loanThis loan is currently a needs-based 5% fixed interest loan. Repayment begins nine months after the student ceases to be enrolled at least half-time. The award is based on the family’s demonstrated financial need as determined on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Because of limiting funding, most qualified OC students typically are offered this loan in their freshman and sophomore years. THIS IS A LOAN AND MUST BE REPAID.
StaFFord loanThere are two types of Stafford loans. Eligibility is determined by a student’s demonstrated financial need as determined on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). subsidized - This loan is based on a student’s demonstrated financial need. The federal government pays the interest on the loan while the student is enrolled at least half-time. The subsidized Stafford loan interest rate for 2012-2013 is fixed at 3.4% for undergraduate students, though this rate could change depending on congressional action.unsubsidized - This loan is not based on need, but on the cost of attendance. The federal government does not pay the interest while the student is in school. The student may choose to pay the interest quarterly or defer it by
adding it to the loan principle while in school. The unsubsidized Stafford loan interest rate for 2012-2013 is fixed at 6.8%.• Staffordloanswillbedividedbetweenthefall/
spring semesters. • Therewillbea1.0%feeautomaticallydeducted
from the disbursements.• REPAYMENTbeginssixmonthsafterthe
student drops below half-time enrollment. The minimum monthly payment is $50 per month. Multiple repayment plans exist. For more information about repayment options, visit www.studentloans.gov.
• FIRST-TIMEBORROWERSmustcompleteloanentrance counseling and a Master Promissory Note (at www.studentloans.gov) before any funds can be issued.
• THESELOANSBUTBEREPAID!Thefollowingis a list of the maximum amounts that may be borrowed:
Freshmen (0-29 hours) - $5,500 ($2,000 must be unsubsidized)sophomores (30-59 hours) - $6,500 ($2,000 must be unsubsidized)Juniors & seniors (60+ hours) - $7,500 ($2,000 must be unsubsidized)graduate students - $20,500 ($12,000 must be unsubsidized)
Parent loan For undergraduate StudentS (PluS)This is a loan available to the parents of a dependent student. A parent may borrow to cover the cost of a college education on behalf of a child regardless of the family’s income.• Parentsmayborrowuptothefullcostoftheir
dependent’s cost of education, less the amount of any financial aid received.
• ParentsareresponsibleforapplyingforthePLUS loan at www.studentloans.gov. Oklahoma Christian will be notified after application is made.
• ThePLUSloaninterestrateisfixedat7.9%.• Repayment begins 60 days after the loan is fully
disbursed. Parents can request that the loan be deferred until the student finishes college.
• Theminimumpaymentis$50permonth.Thetypical repayment term is 10 years.
• Therewillbea4%fee(3%originationplus1%default fee) automatically deducted from the disbursements.
• Theparentisresponsibleforpayingtheinterest that accrues on the loan from the time the loan is disbursed until it is paid in full.
• Youmustbeacreditworthyborrower.www.oc.edu/loans
FEDERAL STUDENT AID INFORMATION CENTERCALL 1.800.4.FED.AID (1.800.433.3243)
www.studentaid.ed.gov
Though Oklahoma Christian University is a private
institution that doesn’t receive government money
for operations, that doesn’t mean students are cut
off from state grants.
The Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education
offers several scholarships and grants to help
students pay for college. For more information,
call the Student Information Hotline at (800)
858-1840 or (405) 225-9239, or visit www.
okhighered.org.
academic scholars program – This award
is worth up to $4,000 per year for up to eight
semesters. Students must have a subscore of 134
or higher on the ACT. National Merit Finalists who
are not residents of Oklahoma also may apply
for this scholarship. You must maintain a 3.25
cumulative GPA.
oklahoma tuition aid grant (otag) – This is a
need-based grant worth up to $1,300 per year for
qualifying Oklahoma residents. Oklahoma students
should file their FAFSA before March 1 to receive
this grant. Additional information can be found at
www.okhighered.org/academic-scholars.
oklahoma tuition equalization grant (oteg) –
This is a need-based grant worth up to $2,000
per year for qualifying Oklahoma residents.
Students who submit FAFSA’s before March 1
receive priority.
oklahoma Higher learning access program
(oHlap) – This scholarship is for students
whose families meet certain income requirements
and who have demonstrated a commitment to
academic preparation in high school. Students
must enroll in the eighth, ninth or 10th grade. In
2011-2012, this award was worth $132 per credit
hour.
oklAHomA STATe money
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TAx BeneFiTS
THe AmeRiCAn oPPoRTuniTy TAx CReDiTThe American Opportunity tax credit offsets
the cost of tuition, fees, course-related books,
supplies, and equipment for higher education
by reducing the amount of income tax you
are liable for. In addition, the credit is partially
refundable—meaning that you may be able to
claim the tax credit and receive a check from
the IRS even if you owe no income tax!
The amount of the credit can be up to $2,500
per student. Up to $1,000 of the credit can be
refunded if your credit is more than the amount
of tax you owe. You are eligible for the credit
if your modified adjusted gross income is
$90,000 or less ($180,000 or less for married
couples filing a joint return). The credit amount
varies depending on income and how much you
spent on higher education expenses, and how
many eligible students are in your family.
The American Opportunity tax credit temporary
replaces the Hope credit. It has more generous
benefits than the Hope credit and was
authorized by the economic stimulus bill, the
American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of
2009. It will expire after the 2012 tax year if
Congress does not pass legislation to extend it.
Expenses that count towards this credit are
tuition, fees, course-related books, supplies,
and equipment for higher education (less the
amount of certain scholarships and grants
received) during 2011 for yourself, your spouse,
or someone whom you claim as a dependent
on your tax return. Only expenses incurred
for the first four years of undergraduate study
count for purposes of this credit.
HoPe SCHolARSHiP TAx CReDiTThe Hope credit was temporarily replaced by
the American Opportunity tax credit.
liFeTime leARninG CReDiTThe Lifetime Learning Credit Is a tax credit
available to individuals who file a federal tax
return, owe taxes, and have a modified AGI of
$61,000 ($122,000 for joint returns) or less.
The amount of the credit is subtracted from
the taxes owed, rather than reducing taxable
income as with a tax deduction. Individuals who
do not pay taxes are not eligible for a Lifetime
Learning Credit.
You can claim a tax credit of up to $2,000
per tax return (not per student). The Lifetime
Learning Credit is non refundable—the maximum
credit that you can receive is limited to the
amount of tax you owe.
The Lifetime Learning Credit is available for
all years of postsecondary education and for
courses to acquire or improve job skills.
TuiTion AnD FeeS DeDuCTionThe Tuition and Fees Tax Deduction can reduce
taxable income by as much as $4,000. This
deduction may be helpful to you if you are not
eligible to take one of the tax credits. It is taken
as an adjustment to income, which means you
can claim this deduction even if you do not
itemize deductions on Schedule A of Form 1040.
You are eligible to take the deduction if your
modified adjusted gross income is $80,000
or less ($160,000 if filing a joint return). The
amount of the deduction you are eligible for
depends on the amount of qualified tuition and
related expenses paid for eligible students.
Up to $4,000 may be deducted from tuition and
fees required for enrollment or attendance at an
eligible postsecondary institution. Personal living
and family expenses (including room and board,
insurance, medical and transportation) are not
deductible expenses.
The exact amount of the Tuition and Fees Tax
Deduction depends on the amount of qualified
tuition and related expenses paid for one’s self,
spouse or dependent for whom the taxpayer
can claim an exemption.
You cannot claim both an education credit and
the tuition and fees deduction for the same
student for the same year, but you can take
the deduction for one student and a credit for
another. You cannot take this deduction if you
deduct tuition and fees expenses under any
other provision of the law (for example, as a
business expense).
You can’t claim this deduction if your filing
status is married filing separately or if another
person can claim you as a dependent on his or
her tax return.
More information concerning these tax benefits
is available at www.oc.edu/forms
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installment payment plan – When all scholarships, grant and loans are
calculated, most families have a remaining balance. A great way to pay
this balance is with the monthly tuition payment plan. This service is
available through the student’s account online. Additional information will
be sent with your award letter. More info is available on request or at
www.oc.edu/makepayment.
alternative student loan – Alternative loans, also called private loans,
are credit-based consumer loans that can be used for any education-
related purpose. Most freshmen and students with no credit history
require a co-signer. Private student loans should be used only after you
have used all available federal Stafford and/or Perkins loans. For more
information, please visit www.oc.edu/loans.
plus loan – The Parent Loan for Undergraduate Students (PLUS) is
a loan available to the parents of a dependent student. A parent may
borrow to cover the cost of a college education on behalf of a child
regardless of the family’s income. For complete information, please refer
to the federal financial information in this magazine (on page 19) or visit
www.oc.edu/loans.
electronic check/credit card – Parents/students may pay all or a
portion of the remaining balance with cash through an Electronic Check
transfer of funds. Parents/students may also pay using a credit card. The
university accepts three major credit cards: Discover, MasterCard, and
American Express (a 2.75% convenience fee will be assessed against all
credit card transactions). Students should be prepared to make payment
for tuition, room and meal plan by the first day of class each semester.
Paper checks should be made payable to Oklahoma Christian University.
www.oc.edu/makepayment.
ReASonS FoR FinAnCiAl AiD DiFFeRenCeS AT DiFFeRenT SCHoolSspecial circumstances – The federal government uses your previous
year’s financial information to determine financial aid eligibility. However,
if you (and your family) have unusual circumstances, such as tuition
expenses at an elementary or secondary school, unusual medical
or dental expenses not covered by insurance, a family member who
recently became unemployed, or changes in income or assets that affect
your eligibility for financial aid, please contact the financial aid office for
guidance. NOTE: You must contact each financial aid office with whom you
are corresponding.
cost of attendance – Direct student costs such as tuition, fees, room
and board are not constant. Indirect costs such as books and personal
expenses will differ on an individual basis. To accurately compare aid
awards from a different university, you need to compare the total student
expense budget and OC’s financial aid award with similar information from
other schools.
the amount of Funding a university Has available to award – Internal
and government funding will differ between institutions. Students applying
after published deadline dates may see a reduction in aid that could have
been awarded.
summer Work – Students who work just 20 hours per week during the
summer should be able to earn enough to pay for their books or apply
some money toward their account.
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$6,000 PASS Academic Scholarship$1 ,750 Federal Work Study$3,500 Subsidized Stafford Loan$2,000 Unsubsidized Stafford Loan$13,250 total$11,750 estimated net cost after Financial aid
$13,000 Parent PLUS Loan$157.04 Approximate PLUS Loan monthly payment for 10 years
$0 Student income$100 Student savings$53,537 Parent income$16,000 Parent savings3 Number in household1 Number in col lege
$6,000 PASS Academic Scholarship$5,435 OC Grant$1 ,750 Federal Work Study$3,500 Subsidized Stafford Loan$2,000 Unsubsidized Stafford Loan$2,000 Perkins Loan$20,685 total $4,300 estimated net cost after Financial aid
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AVeRAGeSTuDenT loAn* $6,205 $5,313$5,427$5,953$5,418 $4,756$4,146
AVeRAGe FinAnCiAlAiD PACkAGe* $18,761$17,936$17,647 $15,745$14,689$12,404$12,209
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caseSTUDIESSometimes it’s easier to see it in print. Though the examples below are
simplified and can’t be used for direct comparison, they may give you an
idea of how scholarships and grants can add up in your student’s favor.Estimated Net Cost does not include cost of books or student health insurance.
Amounts listed for Parent Plus Loans only indicate amounts for which a parent can apply.
Other payment plan options can be found on page 21.
STiCkeR PRiCe VS. CoSTHigher education institut ions don’t al l pr ice their product in the same way. You may look at the sticker price of one col lege and think to yourself, “Wow, ‘School A’ costs less than ‘School B.’” But that might not be the case.
Schools may quote a price per hour based on a dif ferent number of semester units. Some may use block tuit ion pricing. Some may advert ise their cheapest housing option or lowest meal plan. Some universit ies have al l- inclusive fees with upgraded amenit ies ( l ike laptop computer hardware and support or complimentary laundry service) . Others have lower fees with fewer perks. Some col leges have no course fees, whi le others may add several course fees to their standard tuit ion prices.
Think of it l ike buying a car … a dealer might advert ise a base price that doesn’t include add-ons and even basic features l ike the radio, air condit ioning, etc. When it ’s al l said and done, the car ends up being a lot more expensive than you were expecting.
At OC, our st icker price includes everything . And scholarships and grants help offset a lot of that cost.
OC’s Student Financial Services Off ice encourages you to look beyond sticker price to careful ly consider the most important number: net cost to your family.
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Oklahoma Christ ian is committed to helping your student receive the most f inancial aid possible. When your chi ld appl ies to OC, your family wi l l be assigned a personal f inancial counselor, who wil l walk you through the f inancial aid process and help your student receive scholarships and other aid.
$22,419 Student income$0 Student savings$500 Student untaxed incomeN/A Parent incomeN/A Parent savings1 Number in household1 Number in col lege
$4,500 Transfer Academic Scholarship$4,000 OC Grant $1 ,750 Federal Work Study$5,500 Subsidized Stafford Loan$7,000 Unsubsidized Stafford Loan$22,750 total$2,250 estimated net cost after Financial aid
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$700 Student income$3,900 Student savings$9,600 Student untaxed income$122,000 Parent income$6,200 Parent savings$95,000 Parent Net Worth of Investments3 Number in household1 Number in col lege
$6,000 PASS Academic Scholarship$5,500 Unsubsidized Stafford Loan$11,500 total $13,500 estimated net cost after Financial aid
$15,000 Parent PLUS Loan$181 .20 Approximate PLUS Loan monthly payment for 10 years
$0 Student income$0 Student savings$29,000 Parent income$500 Parent savings$16,000 Parent untaxed income2 Number in household1 Number in col lege
$4,000 PASS Academic Scholarship$1 ,000 Art & Design Scholarship$1 ,300 Oklahoma Tuit ion Aid Grant (OTAG)$2,000 Oklahoma Tuit ion Equal izat ion Grant (OTEG)$3,216 Oklahoma’s Promise (OHLAP)$5,550 Federal Pel l Grant$525 Federal Supplemental Grant (SEOG)$1 ,750 Federal Work Study$3,500 Subsidized Stafford Loan$2,000 Unsubsidized Stafford Loan$24,841 total$136 estimated net cost after Financial aid
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$4,900 OC Grant$4,300 Federal Pel l Grant$525 Federal Supplemental Grant (SEOG)$1 ,750 Federal Work Study$3,500 Subsidized Stafford Loan$2,000 Unsubsidized Stafford Loan$16,975 total$8,025 estimated net cost after Financial aid
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$8,000 PASS Academic Scholarship$5,200 OC Grant$1 ,750 Federal Work Study$3,500 Subsidized Stafford Loan$2,000 Unsubsidized Stafford Loan$2,000 Perkins Loan$22,450 total$2,550 estimated net cost after Financial aid
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OC does not charge student fees. Individual tuition, meal plan, and housing costs may vary due to additional hours, housing assignment, meal plan, private music lessons, and/or nursing clinical tuition. For a complete list of housing and meal plan options and costs, go to www.oc.edu/value.
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FinAnCiAl AiD AnD neT PRiCe eSTimAToR
Your family doesn’t need to
wait until spring to find out
how much financial assistance
(including scholarship and grant
money) your child may qualify
for.
Simply visit www.oc.edu/
netprice and complete a few
simple questions. In a matter of
minutes, you’ll be provided with
a net cost estimate including
scholarships, grants, loans and
work study.
BloGS FoR PARenTS
OC offers a Financial Services Blog and an Admissions Blog to further enhance our ability to
communicate new and vital information quickly and efficiently.
The Financial Services Blog (www.oc.edu/financialblog) explores the various types of financial
aid, the amount that should be saved for college, and other important facts for future students
and their parents. It focuses on four main topics: college savings, scholarship tips, federal and
state aid, and outside scholarships. Readers also are provided useful links.
This year, Shelley Kurt will continue to share her experience as an OC parent through her
blog, “Leaving the Nest.” Shelley’s oldest daughter started at OC last year, and her other
daughter will be an OC freshman this year. Share her experience and feel free to offer your
own comments at blogs.oc.edu/shelley.
PARenT weBSiTe
Oklahoma Christian offers an index of information on the university’s website specifically for
parents. Visit www.oc.edu/parents.
Oklahoma Christian University provides convenient
payment and billing options that allow you to keep
more of what’s important: your free time.
Parents and/or Students Pay Student
Accounts Online
With online payments, student families have a fast
way to pay OC charges and fees. It’s not only
fast; it’s easy! You simply:
• Choosethepaymentmethodthatbestfitsyour
needs.
• Payoverasecureandeasy-to-usewebsite
(www.oc.edu/makepayment).
In addition, you can set up and maintain recurring
payments. Pay anytime, anywhere.
Set Up Payment Plans
We’ve all been there; sometimes you just can’t
pay the entire bill all at once. OC payment plans
are easy, convenient and designed to fit any
financial situation. And they’re a snap to set up …
just visit www.oc.edu/makepayment to get started.
Receive Bills From OC Electronically
Electronic billing is the easy way to keep track of
your bills and get notified when it’s time to make
a payment (it’s also good for the environment!).
It’s a secure and reliable way of integrating,
consolidating, authorizing and processing all your
OC bills. We simply notify you by email that a bill
is available online and allow you or a payer that
the student authorizes to make a payment. You
can even print receipts and students can set up
PIN access for parents and family members.
Set Up Electronic Refunds
E-Refunds allow students to avoid the delay
in receiving and cashing a refund check. OC
simply notifies students by email the instant
their refund has been deposited into their bank
account. E-Refunds are convenient, fast and easy
for students to set up. Students simply click on
their Student Account Online at MyOC to enable
E-Refund and they never have to wait for a paper
check from OC again.
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PareNT aSSoCIaTIoN
STuDenT liFe AnSweRS Common PARenT queSTionS
Associate Dean of Students Jeff Bennett and the other dedicated people in the Office of Student Life help students have the best experience possible on campus. Dean Bennett answered a few questions for Parent View.
IF A STUDENT IS HAVING A DIFFICULT TIME, WHAT DOES YOUR OFFICE DO TO HELP? Dean Jeff Bennett: Our office is staffed with a number of personnel who serve as freshman advisers. They are available to assist new students with areas of difficulty. Both the Dean of Students and the Associate Dean of Students are available to counsel with students on particular issues. We also coordinate with the Wellness Center and refer students there if they have issues that are beyond the scope of this office.
IS OC A SAFE CAMPUS?Dean Jeff Bennett: Our campus is extremely safe. Looking at our crime reports over the past three years, we find that our greatest problems come in the areas of vandalism and theft. Some of those are due in part to the trusting nature of our students, who often do not heed warnings to lock their rooms. We have increased lighting to better secure our parking areas at night. Campus security also is available to escort students from parking areas to their residence if desired.
HOW DO STUDENTS GET INVOLVED IN CAMPUS LIFE? Dean Jeff Bennett: Students can run for various positions in the Student Government Association. Following freshman year, students also have the opportunity to join a social service club, which gives them an opportunity to connect with others with similar interests. Students also are encouraged to get involved in a local church, outreach programs and other clubs.
WHAT IF MY STUDENT BECOMES ILL?Dean Jeff Bennett: The Mercy Clinic at Oklahoma Christian University gives our students access to the Mercy Health System right here on our campus. Students also may seek the help of our housing staff members for transportation to an emergency room if necessary. We offer confidential counseling and psychological services through our University Counseling Center.
WHAT CAN A PARENT DO TO HELP A STUDENT WHO IS HOMESICK?Dean Jeff Bennett: Parents should discuss this possibility prior to sending their student to school. Students need to know this is a natural and common occurrence. Frequent calls can help, but parents should help the student reduce excessive parental dependence early on. Students and parents are encouraged to contact the Director of Freshman Programs concerning a homesick situation.
When it comes to sending your kids to college, it’s no wonder moms and dads want to be
thrown a rope.
There’s the emotional rollercoaster involved in sending your child to live and learn away from
you.
There’s the endless process of filling out applications for admissions, financial aid, scholarships,
housing and meal plans.
And there’s the financial implication involved in making it all happen.
The OC Parent Association was formed in 1990 with one basic goal – to improve
communication between parents and the university.
Through our new combined student and parent orientation, called Take Flight, parents and
students can learn about everything from how students can get involved on campus to how
healthy the food in the cafeteria is.
There also are tips about finding out about your student’s school bill, how to find that
information online and what a PFC (Personal Financial Counselor) is.
These summer orientations are designed to be informative, yet humorous, and to allow
parents to unload a little stress before heading back home.
The Parent Association also helps with care packages throughout the school year. You can
order cakes for birthdays, late-night snacks for studying, a balloon and candy to say, “we love
you,” and other items to stay in touch with and encourage your child.
Above all, the Parent Association provides a network of parents who want the best for their
children and can share experiences. Parents can be assured that OC’s staff and faculty care
for their sons and daughters physically, academically and spiritually.
Find out more about the Parent Association at www.oc.edu/parents.
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agi: (Adjusted Gross Income): All taxable income less IRS allowable adjustments to income. This figure is from U.S. IRS tax forms.
academic Year: A period of time used to measure a quantity of study. At OC, it is the fall and spring semester.
accrued interest: Interest that accumulates on the unpaid principal balance of a loan.
alternative loans: (also called private student loans) are based on credit and do not require completing a FAFSA, but often carry a higher interest rate than federal loans. Much like a Stafford loan, repayment begins when a student drops below half-time hours. Alternative loans are used by students when federal financial aid cannot meet all educational financial needs.
amortization: The process of gradually repaying a loan over an extended period of time through periodic installments of principal and interest.
award letter: An official document issued by a financial aid office listing all the financial aid awarded to the student. The award letter will include information about the cost of attendance and terms and conditions for the financial aid.
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Borrower: The person who receives the loan.
capitalization of interest: Addition of unpaid interest to the principal balance of a loan, which increases the total outstanding balance due.
cosigner: A person who signs the promissory note in addition to the borrower and is responsible for the obligation if the borrower does not pay.
cost of attendance: The total cost for one academic year - tuition, fees, room, board, supplies, transportation and personal expenses.
cps (Central Processing System): The organization that processes the information submitted on the FAFSA and submits the results to students and colleges.
credit-Worthy: An individual with no negative credit history per the criteria established by the lender.
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deferment: A period during which a borrower, who meets certain criteria, may suspend loan payments. For some loans, the federal government pays the interest during a deferment. On others, the interest accrues and is capitalized, and the borrower is responsible for paying it.
dependent student: An undergraduate student whose parents provide more than half of his or her financial support. A dependent student is not married, is under 24 years of age, has no legal dependents,
is not an orphan or ward of the court, nor a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces. Parents of a dependent student must submit parental information on the FAFSA for their son or daughter to be considered for financial aid. Parents of dependent students are eligible for the PLUS Loan program. (See also Independent.)
direct loan program: A program administered through the U.S. Department of Education providing Stafford and parent PLUS loans.
disbursement: The release of loan funds to the school for delivery to the borrower. Disbursements are usually made in equal multiple installments co-payable to the borrower and the school.
disclosure statement: Statement of the total cost and amount of a loan, including the interest rate and any additional finance charges.
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eFc (Expected Family Contribution): The amount a family is expected to contribute to a student’s education. EFC is calculated based on family earnings, net assets, savings, and size of family and number of family members in college.
eligible non-citizen: Someone who is not a U.S. citizen, but is nevertheless eligible for federal student aid. Eligible non-citizens include U.S. permanent residents who are holders of valid green cards, U.S. nationals, holders of form I-94 who have been granted refugee or asylum status, and certain other non-citizens. Non-citizens who hold student visas or exchange visitor visas are not eligible for student aid.
enrollment status: An indication of whether you are a full-time or part-time student. Generally you must be enrolled at least half-time in a degree or certificate program to qualify for financial aid.
entitlement: Entitlement programs award funds to all qualified applicants. Federal student loans are an example of such a program.
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Faa (Financial Aid Administrator): A college or university employee who is involved in the administration of financial aid. Some schools call FAAs ‘Financial Aid Advisors,’ ‘Financial Aid Counselors’ or ‘Personal Financial Counselors.’
FaFsa (Free Application for Federal Student Aid): The form that must be completed by students and parents applying for Federal Title IV student aid.
Financial aid package: A combination of financial aid (scholarships, grants, loans and/or work-study) awarded by the financial aid office of a college or university.
Financial need: The difference between the cost of attendance at a college and the Expected Family Contribution (EFC).
Fixed interest: On a fixed interest loan, the
interest rate remains the same for the life of the loan.
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gift aid: Financial aid, such as grants and scholarships, which does not need to be repaid.
grants: Financial aid awards that do not have to be repaid. Grants are available through the government, state agencies and colleges.
independent student: A student who is either married, 24 years of age or older, enrolled in a graduate or professional education program, has legal dependents other than a spouse, is an orphan or ward of the court, or a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces.
interest: An amount calculated as a percent of the principal loan amount that is charged for borrowed money.
loan: A type of financial aid that is available to students and their parents. Education loan programs have varying interest rates and repayment provisions. An education loan must be repaid.
loan entrance and exit counseling: Students with educational loans are required to complete a loan counseling session before they receive their first loan disbursement and again before they graduate or otherwise leave school. During these counseling sessions, called entrance and exit interviews, the FAA reviews the repayment terms of the loan and the repayment schedule with the student.
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need: The difference between the cost of education and the Expected Family Contribution (EFC) is the student’s financial need.
need analysis: Calculation used to determine a student’s need for financial assistance for college expenses. The analysis determines the family’s ability to contribute to costs compared to the student’s cost of attendance.
need-Based: A means of determining eligibility for certain types of financial aid using financial need as the determining factor.
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origination: The process whereby the lender, or a servicing agent on behalf of the lender, handles the initial application processing and disbursement of loan proceeds.
origination Fee: Fee payable by the borrower and deducted from the principal of a loan prior to disbursement to the borrower. For federally-backed loans, the origination fee is paid to the government to offset the cost of the interest subsidy to borrowers. For private loan programs, the origination fee is generally paid to the originator to cover the cost of administering and insuring the program.
overaward: The amount of financial aid proceeds that, when added to other student financial assistance, exceeds the borrower’s educational need.
P
plus (Parent Loans for Undergraduate Students): Federally-insured loans for parents of dependent students.
pell grant program: The largest grant program. Eligibility and award amounts are determined by the college based on established guidelines.
perkins loans: Federally-insured loans funded by the government and awarded by the school. The loans feature a low interest rate and are repayable over an extended period.
pFc (Personal Financial Counselor): This is your contact person for any questions you have about financial aid and your student account.
promissory note: Contract between a borrower and a lender that includes all the terms and conditions under which the borrower promises to repay the loan.
S
sar (student aid report): An output document sent to a student by the application processor. The SAR contains financial and other information reported by the student on the FAFSA. The student’s Expected Family Contribution (EFC) is printed on the front of the SAR and is the figure used by colleges to determine eligibility for aid.
self-Help aid: Financial aid in the form of loans or student employment.
seog: Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant Program; grant funds made available through some schools to a limited number of undergraduate students with financial need.
subsidized stafford loans: Need-based loans.
t-W
transcript: A list of all the courses that a student has taken at a particular high school or college with the grades that the student earned in each course.
unsubsidized stafford loans: Non-need-based loans.
Verification Worksheet: A form sent by the college to students who are selected for verification by the Department of Education’s Central Processing System.
Work study: A program, awarded by the college, through which students work part-time to help fund their education.
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starting college marks a new beginning in your child’s life. the financial decisions your child
makes after moving away from home will impact him/her for years to come.
Here are some tips you can pass along to your child to help him/her develop good financial
habits. clip them out for your child’s corkboard or mini-fridge, or just use them as talking
points when you have that big “going-off-to-college” conversation …
moneYmanaGEmEnt tIPS for StudEntS
1. CReATe A monTHly BuDGeT • Decide how you will spend your money before you spend it. Tracking your day-to-day spending can
help you identify wasteful habits and tighten your purse strings. Reconciling receipts, using cash,
using debit cards, online banking, spreadsheets and financial software are all good tools used to
track spending. Use a method that works for you.
• New month = new budget. Spend at least 30-45 minutes a month totaling the results of the previous
month’s budget and make a new budget for the upcoming month. Having the discipline to stay the
course will help you develop healthy financial practices for life.
2. AVoiD CReDiT CARD PiTFAllS • Many debate the pros and cons of credit cards, but regardless of which side you’re on, there are
several common pitfalls associated with credit cards. College students are one of the most heavily-
targeted groups for credit card marketers.
• Unpaid balances, interest charges, and fees accumulate rapidly, usually when one can least afford.
• Credit cards can develop a buy-now, pay-later mentality. This leads to increased spending and
trouble when the unexpected happens.
3. HAVe An emeRGenCy FunD • The unexpected happens! An emergency fund helps you prepare for the inevitable.
• $500-$1,000 will prevent most students from ever having additional debt.
• Only spend out of the fund in case of emergencies! Buying that “must-have” sweater is not an
emergency. Christmas is not an emergency. Your car breaking down likely is an emergency.
4. BeGin THe HABiT oF SAVinG AnD TiTHinG now • If you have an income (no matter how small), saving and tithing need to be high priorities in our life.
• Pay God first, yourself second, and lifestyle third.
5. START THinkinG ABouT STuDenT loAn RePAymenTS BeFoRe THey BeGin • Borrow for education, not lifestyle.
• Know your loan obligations, read the fine print, and retain all loan documents.
• Estimate loan payments before taking a student loan.
• To help determine the amount of your student loan repayments, visit www.oc.edu/managemyloans.
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Attend class and Chapel, enjoy a complimentary lunch, visit with a faculty
member, and meet your admissions counselor. Complete the online form to
reserve your spot or call our Campus Visit Coordinator at 800.877.5010.
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This comprehensive visit event includes a campus walk, complimentary lunch,
financial aid session for parents and more. A limited number of slots are
available for each session. Register online.
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Spring Visit, set for March 8-9, is OC’s largest visit event of the year. It
features Spring Sing (with themed shows by OC’s social service clubs), special
academic programming, scholarship auditions and an optional overnight stay in
a residence hall. Register online.
To schedule a campus visit, visit our website or call our Admission Office.
www.oC.eDu/ViSiTCAmPuS | 800.877.5010
Visit campus
SuPeR ConneCT (premier fall visit opportunity!)
Friday, Sept. 21
CAmPuS ConneCTMonday, Sept. 3
Monday, Oct. 8
Friday, Oct. 19
Friday, Nov. 30
Friday, Jan. 25
Monday, Feb. 18
Friday, Mar. 29
Friday, Apr. 12
CAmPuS ConneCT PluS (optional Homecoming activities)
Friday, Nov. 2
SPRinG ViSiT (including Spring Sing)
Friday-Saturday, Mar. 8-9
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CleP AnD ACT clep - Testing is available on campus. Students can test out of several basic courses and get full credit for the course. For more information, go to vwww.oc.edu/testing or contact OC’s Admission Office at 405.425.5050 or at [email protected].
residual act test - Oklahoma Christian University offers the residual ACT test beginning in January and continuing through the summer months. Your child can use residual test scores for admittance to Oklahoma Christian and for academic scholarships. Taking the residual test is also a great way for your student to practice for upcoming national test dates! To arrange a test time, call 800.877.5010 ext. 5050. Find scheduled test dates at www.oc.edu/residual.
SePTemBeREncourage your student to apply to OC … application fee waived
through September.
3 Campus Connect (Group Visit Event)
21 Freshman Fanfare (Freshman Class Variety Show)
21 Super Connect (Premier Fall Visit Opportunity)
oCToBeR 7-9 Lectureship (www.oc.edu/lectureship)
8 Campus Connect (Group Visit Event)
11-12 Fall Break
19 Campus Connect (Group Visit Event)
noVemBeR 2-3 Homecoming
21-23 Thanksgiving Break
27 Lighting of the Commons (Annual Christmas Event)
30 Campus Connect (Group Visit Event)
DeCemBeR 13 Early Admit Deadline
14 Christmas Break Begins
JAnuARy Finish your taxes this month and complete FAFSA
7 Spring Classes Begin
25 Campus Connect (Group Visit Event)
FeBRuARy Reserve residence hall space!
18 Campus Connect (Group Visit Event)
mARCH 8-9 Spring Sing & Spring Visit (Weekend Visit Event)
16-24 Spring Break
29 Campus Connect
APRil Register for Take Flight (New Student Orientation & Parent Orientation)
12 Campus Connect (Group Visit Event)
mAy 1 Housing Deposit Refund Deadline
3 Take Flight (New Student Orientation & Parent Orientation)
June 21 Take Flight (New Student Orientation & Parent Orientation)
July Plan a school shopping trip
14-20 Honors Summer Academy (For High School Students)
AuGuST 17 Take Flight (New Student Orientation & Parent Orientation)
20-24 Earn Your Wings
26 Classes Begin
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Our Department of Biology’s outstanding medical and graduate
school placement rates help make Oklahoma Christian one of the
best universities in the west, as named by U.S. News & World
Report and The Princeton Review. For more information about
all of our high-quality programs, go to www.oc.edu/academic.
95% Medical & Graduate School Placement for Biology Grads
OC’s Career Services Office helps students obtain internships and part-time or full-time work, plus these and other free services:
CareerAssessments•CareerExploration•Resume/CoverLetterCritiques•MockInterviews/InterviewPreparation•OnlineJobDatabases
www.oc.edu/careerservices