Learn more about the OU resources offered to the parents and supporters of OU students.
At OU, we know student success is a team effort, and families, guardians, and supporters play a major role.
During New Sooner Orientation, parents and families are invited to a dedicated session designed to help you support your student’s transition to college. You’ll learn about key campus resources, tips for communicating with and empowering your student, and opportunities to stay connected through Parent & Family Programs. Whether your student is the first in your family to attend college or continuing a Sooner legacy, this session gives you the tools to help them thrive at OU.
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April 17, 2023
The impact of having more free time and the absence of your college student can be monumental, but if approached in a healthy way, there can be advantages. Hear from Tracy Carlson, OU Parent and Family Programs Assistant Director, to learn her tips and methods on how to cope and thrive with your college student's absence.
First, congratulations to your student! We cannot wait to welcome your student to campus. Encourage your student to log into their OU Bound to learn more about their next steps!
Students enroll in classes during their New Sooner Orientation (NSO) day, which takes place over the summer. NSO is a key part of every new student's successful transition to OU. Before students can schedule a NSO day, they must submit their enrollment deposit.
Academic support is available through the Student Learning Center, the OU Writing Center, academic advising, placement tests, faculty mentoring, freshman transition programs, and more, all to help OU students succeed.
All incoming first-year students must live in freshman-designated university housing for two semesters. All our living communities have unique communiities, floor plans, and amenities. Your student must submit the housing contract by May 1, to learn more about that process explore the housing contract process. For roommates, students can either choose a roommate by seaching for a specific person, browsing suggested roommates, or searching based on specific answers to profile questions.
OU offers upperclass student on-campus living options in Traditions Square, our student apartment community. Visiting our Halls and Apartment page for more information. Students can also live in off-campus houses or apartments.
OU students receive free admission to all sports except football, though ticket processes vary. Student football season tickets go on sale for incoming students in August. Men’s basketball games are free for students, but require students to claim a free ticket in advance. All other sporting events allow free entry with a student ID. For exact dates and the most current ticketing information, visit SoonerSports.com.
The OU Federal Credit Union offers full-service banking for students, with both on‑ and off‑campus locations providing convenient access to accounts, loans, and financial tools. MidFirst Bank ATMs are available across campus, including in the Oklahoma Memorial Union and major residential centers. For information about possible ATM fees, students should check with their own financial institutions, as surcharge amounts may vary.
Sooner Sense is the debit account that all Sooner Card holders can utilize for financial transactions across campus. Sooner Sense is convenient and easy to use. All funds are tied to the cardholder’s account and accessed by swiping or tapping the Sooner Card at select locations. Sooner Sense can be used campus-wide at campus dining locations and WEPA printing kiosks. Sooner Card Online is the fastest, most convenient way to make a deposit to your student's Sooner Sense account. You can also deposit funds to your student's Sooner Sense account through the Transact eAccounts mobile app for iOS and Android.
Have your student log in to one.ou.edu with their OU Net ID and password. Your student will select “Financial” from the left menu bar and under “Actions,” click “Add authorized users.” Your student will then enter the appropriate email address and desired options and click “Continue.” The student will then check the "I agree" box and click “Continue.” The authorized user will then receive two emails with further instructions. Authorized users can make payments on the student’s behalf, view statements and payment history, access tax documents, and other Bursar information.
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA), also known as the Buckley Amendment, is a federal law protecting the privacy of student educational records. Under FERPA, students who are either (a) 18 or older or (b) who attend a school beyond the high school level have certain rights over information in their educational record. Parents do not automatically have FERPA rights to access information on students who meet either of those requirements; however, they may provide documentation that the student is a dependent in order to access their student’s records.
If the student is not a dependent but still wishes to share their education record information with you, they can complete the complete the Permission to Release Education Record Information form online.
To learn more, visit the FERPA parent FAQ page.
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