For Students

Current Participants

Students participating in SPARK360^o may access exclusive content including resources, scheduled activities, group conversations, and more through the program's Canvas page.

Prospective Participants

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so we encourage students to apply as soon as possible after being accepted.

Applications are currently open for Spring 2026 and Fall 2026 entry.

Eligibility

Undergraduate students enrolled full-time who have been fully admitted to the University are eligible for participation in SPARK360^o. Priority is given to first- and second-year students, but all are welcome to apply.

Participant Expectations

Participants of SPARK360^o take an active role in creating a successful college experience. As such, students participating in the program have the following expectations:

Grade Point Average
- Maintain a 2.7 GPA in each individual semester
Proctored Study Hall
- Freshmen/Sophomores: minimum 60 proctored hours per semester (about 4 hours per week)
- Juniors/Seniors: may be eligible for a minimum of 40 proctored hours per semester on a case-by-case basis (about 3 hours per week)
- SPARK360^o coaches proctor multiple study hall sessions per week
  - Up to 50% of your proctored study hours may be fulfilled by utilizing UC Action tutoring sessions and workshops, the Writing Center, the Language Learning Center, the Math Center, and confirmed private tutoring.
SPARK360^oActivities
- Attend and actively participate in program activities as schedules allow; a minimum number will be established each semester based on activities offered.

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Comprehensive Support

So what's in it for you? SPARK360^o participants can expect the following throughout their undergraduate experience:

Transition Support
- Individualized plans reinforced with weekly 1:1 meetings to facilitate goal setting and attainment
- Additional weekly check-ins, as necessary
- Development of self-determination skills, including self-advocacy, self-efficacy, problem-solving, self-awareness, and others.
Academic Coaching
- Focus on executive functioning and academic soft skills
  - Time management
  - Note-taking
  - Study skills
  - Organization
  - Strategic planning
  - Scheduling
Social Development
- Exclusive monthly SPARK360^o social events
- Weekly social opportunities, including movies, art, and game nights
- At least one joint event with Sooner Works participants per semester
  - Fall: Zarrow Family Tailgate
  - Spring: The Big Event
- Dedicated program space
- A safe space to gather with other autistic peers
Independent Living
- Support with adapting to living alone or with a roommate
- Regularly scheduled workshops
  - Domestic responsibilities
  - Personal hygiene
  - Financial management
Vocational Skills
- Regularly scheduled workshops
  - Resume development
  - Interview tactics
  - Application assistance
  - Connections to employment/internship resources
- Regularly scheduled seminars through Career Services provided exclusively for SPARK360^o