National Merit Finalist Scholarship (University of Oklahoma)

The University of Oklahoma's National Merit Finalist Scholarship is a comprehensive package worth $146,850 over four years for Oklahoma residents and $153,450 for non-residents, combining a National Merit tuition waiver, the Oklahoma Rising Scholars award, President's and National Merit cash stipends, first-year housing, and a research/study-abroad allowance. It's automatic for admitted students recognized as National Merit Finalists who apply to OU by December 15 and name OU as their college choice with the National Merit Scholarship Corporation by April 30. Renewal requires full-time enrollment, at least 24 credit hours a year, and a cumulative GPA that ranges from 2.0 to 3.25 depending on the award component.

Eligibility

DemographicsRequires admission to University of Oklahoma; must be a National Merit Finalist and name OU as college choice with NMSC by Apr. 30, 2027.

Applying

Total four-year package value; $146,850 for Oklahoma residents, $153,450 for non-residents