College Planning and Scholarships
Join us for a Parent and Student FAFSA/Financial Aid Night November 17 at 6PM in the PAC
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FAFSA
Complete your FAFSA online beginning October 1. This is the form for all grants from the Federal Government. You do not have to pay back grant money.
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Smart Guide to Financial Aid
Financial aid helps students and their families pay for college. It can cover a range of educational expenses, like tuition and fees, room and board, books and supplies, and transportation.
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The Common App
Apply to college for the first time or transfer to complete your degree. Common App helps you discover colleges, submit applications, and navigate every step of the college admissions process.
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OK College Start
Explore, Plan, and Prepare for Your Future with OKcollegestart Today!
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Oklahoma Money Matters
Information on student loan options. Budgeting, financial calculators and more.
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OCAP
Helping Oklahoma students and families plan for, pay for, and succeed in college
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Smart Borrowers Guide
Borrowing money for college involves more than just completing the FAFSA and signing your Master Promissory Note (MPN).
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State Regents for Higher Education
Preparing for college publications
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NCAA Clearinghouse
Any 9th-12th grade student who thinks they are going to participate in college athletics will need to register with the Clearinghouse
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LOCAL SCHOLARSHIPS |
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| Masonic Lodge Essay |
10/31/26 |
Flyer |
| Christmas Festival Queen |
11/6/26 |
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| 3/31/27 | Flyer | |
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Mary Ruth Taylor Scholarship Goes to a female student, who is determined by a group of teachers at the end of the year who is committed to furthering her education despite difficult situations.
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STATE SCHOLARSHIPS |
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Oklahoma’s Promise – seniors can apply through December 31, 2026 |
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NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS |
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TRIBAL SCHOLARSHIPS |
*check with individual tribes
The Shawnee News-Star’s Best of Tri-County Scholarships
Counselors and/or school administrators nominate SENIORS for this program from the month of September through March. From those monthly nominations, a committee will select two honorees each month. From those 16 finalists, various scholarships will be presented to finalists, and an overall Student of the Year will be announced at the Best of Tri-County Preps Area Preps Awards Gala in June 2027.
Oklahoma Academic Scholars receive a certificate of recognition from the State Board of Education and the local high school, a gold seal affixed to their diploma, and the honor recorded on their official transcript.
Graduating seniors who meet all of the requirements shall be recognized by the local school district and the State Board of Education as an Oklahoma Academic Scholar. See website for qualifications.
SCHOLARSHIP SEARCH
Beware of scams! Never pay for scholarhip information.
Use the links below to search for scholarships. Complete your profile and your skills/interests will be matched to scholarships you may qualify for.
Oklahoma City Community Foundation
Admission Requirements
Oklahoma State University
University of Oklahoma
University of Central Oklahoma
East Central University
Northeastern State University
Northeastern Oklahoma A & M
Rogers State University
Rose State College
Tulsa Community College
Northwestern Oklahoma State
Northern Oklahoma College
Oklahoma City Community College
Southwestern Oklahoma State University
Seminole State College
College Prep Links
College Answer Guy
College Prep 101
College Start