One of the University of Oklahoma’s many objectives is to ensure prospective students with the belief that a college degree is attainable. First-generation students – those whose parents/guardians did not finish a four-year college degree – may often believe that a future promise of education is not afforded to them due to a lack of familial experience. OU has been recognized as one of the more successful higher-education institutes in attracting first-generation students. Recent freshman classes have seen a 25% share of its class be the first in their families to attend college.
25.4%
of the freshman class are
first-generation college students
27.1%
of OU students are
first-generation college students
*This includes undergraduate, graduate, and professional students on the Norman campus.
The University of Oklahoma was recently selected for the Network Member phase of the FirstGen Forward Network.
The University of Oklahoma has been recognized among 250+ higher-education institutions as a member of the FirstGen Network. OU was chosen based on our commitment to improving the college journey and advancing the futures and careers of our first-generation student population.
The fall semester is filled with campus community events, academic paths and volunteer/leadership opportunities designed to maximize your college experience. Every month holds a different memory to be made and opportunity to be had.
August
19
First day of fall classes.
View other academic events, deadlines, and campus holidays here.
September
11
Career Fair
Time: 12 PM to 5 PM
Location: Lloyd Noble Center
More college and major-specific Career Fair opportunities available here.
September
24
Neighborhood Table
Time: 11 AM to 2 PM
Location: South Oval (Rain Location: Armory)
November
6
OU’s First-Generation Day Celebration
Time: 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM
Location: Oklahoma Memorial Union Ballroom
November
8
National First-Generation Day
Celebrate with us and share your First Generation story on social media.