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The college experience not only impacts future career success, but is instrumental to overall development. Whether you're a parent, sibling, grandparent, guardian, mentor, or friend, your involvement in your student's life is pivotal. At OSU, we understand that earning a degree is a family endeavor.

Supporting the college experience

We have complied some resources to help you and your student navigate the exciting college journey, from the post-secondary selection process to graduation preparation.

Everything you need to know about financial aid

There's a lot to consider in the college financial aid process, so we have collected some information just for parents and families to help you make college more affordable and make important decisions about your financial future.
Financial aid information for family

Signature events

The fun isn't reserved for our students, you should get to enjoy it too! OSU hosts several exciting events to allow you to connect with your student throughout the year. From "America's Greatest Homecoming Celebration", a week-long spectacular that draws tens of thousands of alumni, family and friends back home to Stillwater - to Family Weekends, a time to visit your student on campus and spend some quality time together, and more. 
homecoming scene

Help your student navigate their purpose

First Year Guidebook

This orientation and enrollment guidebook provides first-year students with a comprehensive overview of Oklahoma State University for the 2022-2023 academic year.

Services for your student

Health and safety

Health Services
Healthcare dedicated to keeping your student feeling their best

Counseling Services
Helping maintain a healthy mental and emotional environment

Student Health Insurance
Multiple coverage types available for all students

Campus Safety
31 sworn officers, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year

Campus Life

OSU's Parking and Transit office
Any student can keep a car on campus with a parking permit.

Dining Services
Flexible meal plans and locally sourced menus, with a focus on nutrition

Residential Life
Freshman housing in community-style rooms, suite-style rooms or apartments

Office of Multicultural Affairs
Community involvement, student associations and cultural education

Academic and career support

University Academic Services
Tutoring, academic advice and help with writing and math

Career Services
Career prep for the future and access to jobs on campus just for students

Student Disability Services
Student assistance, academic support and accessibility accommodations

NEWS

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Cyclone Cowboys look to stir up the competition Cyclone Cowboys look to stir up the competition Nov 28

A team of Oklahoma State University students is showcasing its engineering prowess in the 2024 Collegiate Wind Competition. The Cyclone Cowboys — in only their second year — are aiming to win this time around.

OAIRE named to ‘Fast Company’s’ Next Big Things in Tech List OAIRE named to ‘Fast Company’s’ Next Big Things in Tech List Nov 28

The Oklahoma Aerospace Institute for Research and Education at Oklahoma State University has been named to ‘Fast Company’s’ third annual Next Big Things in Tech list, honoring technology breakthroughs that promise to shape the future of industries — from health care and security to artificial intelligence and data.

 

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