The Pursuits program is an excellent avenue for students to experience the fullness of the OBU experience even if their GPA or ACT/SAT scores are lower than our admission requirements. The program is designed with first-year students in mind and provides an extra layer of accountability and support for students in their transition to OBU.
If you are interested in OBU and find that your scores don't meet admissions requirements, you could be admitted conditionally to OBU through the Pursuits program. During your freshman year you will benefit from a selection of courses and additional support to help you make a successful transition from high school to college. All courses taken by students in the Pursuits program are for college credit toward your degree. Required courses include:
- ENGL 1114, Introduction to Composition
This course meets four days a week and will assist in writing and reading skills in preparation for not only OBU’s English program, but the reading and writing assignments in other content areas. ENGL 1114 meets the core English requirements for ENGL 1153. - GNED 1051, Success 101
This course is designed to walk you through success strategies for your collegiate journey. You will learn more about yourself, your goals, and how to achieve them. This is also a great place to learn about the many resources OBU has to support you. - The rest of your coursework will be tailored to you! You'll take other courses in the OBU core and some specific to your intended major.
As part of the Pursuits program, you will have a faculty or staff mentor with whom you will meet each week for support. These meetings are a source of encouragement and working through the details of what it looks like to be a full-time college student.
The Student Success Center and its academic mentors will also be part of your support team, as you learn to utilize that resource for additional academic assistance. If you choose to be part of the Pursuits Program, you won’t spend your time just studying. We encourage you to begin your journey on Bison Hill by fully engaging student life at OBU.
Application Process
To apply for the Pursuits Program, you must complete the following requirements:
- Application for admission
- Official copy of your high school transcript
- ACT/SAT scores – most recent
- Pursuits Program application and required essay. Please follow the instructions carefully.
- Personal interview with you and your parent/guardian. After we have received and reviewed all of the above materials, we will contact you and set up an appointment.
- FAFSA – required for financial aid
We would love to talk with you more about how you can be part of the Pursuits program!
Contact Info
Andrew Tucker, Success Specialist/Academic Outreach
405-585-5080
andrew.tucker@okbu.edu