Non-Resident Tuition Waiver
Updated October 1, 2025
MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN OR ELIGIBLE NON-CITIZEN (Non-eligible citizens should visit )
Degree-seeking students enrolled in Associate in Science (AS), Associate in Applied Science (AAS), or Bachelor of Technology (BT) programs may be eligible to receive a waiver for the out-of-state portion of their tuition.
Award Notification
Eligible students will be notified of their waiver award through their financial aid award letter or by checking the Banner Portal at .
Eligibility and Renewal
Students meeting Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) will automatically qualify for the Non-Resident Tuition Waiver (NONRES) for up to six consecutive terms.
Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Requirements:
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Cumulative GPA:
- For 1-30 credit hours earned: Minimum GPA of 1.7 on a 4.0 scale.
- For 31+ credit hours: Minimum GPA of 2.0 for most programs.
- For Information Technology Division (ITD), Engineering Technology Division (ETD), or any BT program: Minimum GPA of 2.5.
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Completion Rate (PACE):
- Students must successfully complete at least 67% of attempted credit hours.
For more information, please view our Satisfactory Academic Progress policy.
Waiver Revocation
The waiver will be revoked if:
- The student fails to maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress.
Appeal Process
Students who lose eligibility for the non-resident tuition waiver may appeal in writing.
- Appeals should be directed to:
- Scholarships Coordinator
- Grady Clack Building
- Or emailed to: scholarships@okstate.edu
Appeals must outline extenuating circumstances and provide a plan for addressing these issues.