Return to OU
For students who have stepped away from the University or taken a break from higher education, use the items below to guide you through the steps to resume your OU academic journey and get you back on track to earning an OU degree. We want to help you connect with the right resources and support staff in a timely way to ensure your success!
Begin mapping out your return plan today using the checklist below.
We look forward to having you back on campus soon!
Return Plan Checklist
Students are encouraged to limit their leave of absence to no more than two semesters. If you have been away for longer than that, you may need to reapply before you can complete the checklist below.
Academic Advising
All OU students are required to be advised before enrolling in classes for the upcoming term. Your assigned academic advisor knows your degree path and the course requirements to get you to the finish line.
Finances
Finances are one of the main reasons for a student needing to take a Leave of Absence from OU or higher education. First, you will need to submit an updated FAFSA at fafsa.gov. If you have any issues with filing your FAFSA, the Student Financial Center (SFC) can assist you. Connect with the SFC by email at sfc@ou.edu or by phone at (405) 325-9000.
Next, schedule a meeting with you MoneyCoach to discuss your plan to pay for college. There may be new scholarships available to you that you can discover with your MC.
Schedule an MoneyCoach Appointment
Transferring Credits
If you need to send in a transcript from another university, please send an official electronic copy to te@ou.edu or you can drop off a sealed official copy to Buchanan Hall (1000 Asp Ave), on the 3rd floor to the TE drop box outside of Room 330. If you’d like to confirm how your courses will transition back to OU, you can visit the transfer equivalencies database.
Additional Resources
Major Change
If your major didn’t feel like the right fit, Major and Career Exploration Coaches are available to discuss your major and career options which fit your interests, skills and future goals.
Academic Life Coaching
Work with an Academic Life Coach to identify stressors and establish goals that lead to academic success and degree completion.
