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Undergraduate Student Resources

Undergraduate Student Resources

Forms, Links, and Other Helpful Info.


Degree & Program Requirements

The OU catelog details the requirements associated with various undergraduate degrees and progams.

Many general questions can be answered by relying on these resources, but always know you can reach out to your advisor for more specific guidance. 

Be sure to refer to these often for guidance on successfully navigating your journey pursuing your degree in English. 

English Majors

The English department offers two concentrations in association with the English major: Literary & Cultural Studies and Writing.

Explore the major requirements by utilizing the buttons below:
 

Literary & Cultural
Studies Requirements

Writing Requirements

English Minors

The department offers three minor tracks: Editing & Publishing, Literature & Cultural Studies, and Writing.

Explore the minor requirements by navigating to the buttons below:

Editing & Publishing

Literature &
Cultural Studies

Writing

English Courses

Our deprtment offers a wide variety of courses that can work towards the needs of your degree (in English and Beyond)

To explore our most up-to-date course offerings, including semester scheduling and descriptions, be sure to check out OU's courseleaf. 

English Courses

Funding & Financial Support

OU's English Program offers a variety of awards, scholarships, and other opportunities for funding to pursue your academic and professional goals.


OU's Student Financial Center

 

OU's Student Financial Center is a valuable resource whose focus is to eliminate unnecessary barriers to college access and completion. They are able and happy to answer questions such as:

  • How to submit missing documents, verification requirements, and other FAFSA questions
  • When and where to expect your first OU bill
  • How to use the OU payment plan and setup Authorized Users
  • Understanding the charges on your Bursar account
  • How to obtain additional funding sources

General University Resources

OU provides a wide variety of resources and services, some of which are detailed below. 

Department/Service/Resource

Description

Advising

 

Academic advising is an interactive process in which the adviser helps the student set and achieve academic goals, acquire relevant information and services, and make responsible decisions consistent with interests, goals, abilities, and degree requirements. Advising appointments with a department academic advisor are mandatory for each semester prior to enrollment. Advising for upcoming course enrollment begins prior to each semester's enrollment, but students who have general questions about their program may email or make an appointment through iAdvise at any time.

The English academic advisor is Kayla Ciardi.

 

Academic Calendar

Keep track of the schedule for the school term by reviewing current and future academic calendars.

This is especially helpful as you schedule your final semesters of study as the dates for forms required by the Graduate College are determined by the academic calendar. 

 

Accessibility and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) 

Contact this office with any questions that may arise regarding accomodations for yourself or your how to meet the accomodation needs of your students at adrc@ou.edu or 405-325-3852 (VP 405-217-3494).

Office of Advocacy and Education

The Office of Advocacy & Education is dedicated to cultivating a safe and affirming environment for all students. Their services include OU Advocates, the OU Food Pantry, gender-based violence awareness and prevention training, and overall wellness education. Please reach out to them for a complete list of educational and training opportunities.

OU Advocates

OU Advocates is a 24/7 helpline and in-person support service for anyone in our OU community who experiences sexual assault, dating/domestic violence, stalking and/or sexual harassment. We are a free and confidential resource on campus. Any student, staff, or faculty member in the OU community can utilize Advocate services.

OU NORMAN 24/7 Helpline: (405) 615-0013

You can also contact OU Advocates through WhatsApp, or stop by in-person at the Office of Advocacy & Education during office hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

 

Student Life

The mission of Student Life is to guide students in realizing academic, professional, and personal goals as they progress toward graduation and beyond.  The Office of Student Life is a department within the division of Student Affairs.  

Student Life helps students to get involved and connect on campus through the various groups advised by the office.

 

Student Learning Center

The Student Learning Center offers free tutoring, including walk-in, small group appointments, faculty-directed sessions, and uniform exam study nights to help students take action toward their own academic success.

OU Food Pantry

The OU Food Pantry's mission is to contribute to the overall health and wellness of the OU campus community by providing FREE supplemental food assistance and other resources to OU students, faculty and staff. Located at 333 Cate Center Dr.

Their website provides resources for utilizing their services and for volunteering.

 

University Counseling Services

The University Counseling Center provides comprehensive mental health services at the University of Oklahoma within the Division of Student Affairs. Their mission is to provide high quality counseling and crisis intervention to our campus community members, consultation and outreach services to campus organizations.

International Student Services

The University of Oklahoma International Student Services (OU ISS) has been providing services to international students for over fifty years. We assist more than 2,000 international students and their dependents from over 130 countries. ISS provides advice on issues related to student visas and US immigration regulations, as well as activities and programs to help students get involved in the international, OU, and local communities.

Career Center

The University of Oklahoma Career Center is a one-stop shop dedicated to helping students and alumni with career preparation. From career fairs to personalized advising and everything in-between, the Career Center exists to help get you hired - Sooner. They are committed to helping students through their academic career with their professional goals in mind.

Another service offered by this office are drop-in headshots, which is highly encouraged as part of professionalization.