Oklahoma has eight centers funded by federal TRIO grants that help students get to college. They’ll face steep competition for federal support next year.
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Which immigration bills are still alive at the Oklahoma Capitol? We dig in.
After a key March 26 deadline, bills related to tuition for students in the country illegally and federal programs like SNAP are still on the table.
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Stacy Leeds vows to be ‘clutch player’ as she returns home to lead The University of Tulsa
Amid leadership turnover, layoffs and low morale, TU faculty and staff hope Leeds will be their long-term president. The TU law school alum takes over July 1.
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Tulsa law firm foundation offers new scholarships focused on Latino students
The Rivas Family Foundation Scholarship Program will provide renewable scholarships for a total of $32,000 over four years to four students.
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Stitt bans tenure at most Oklahoma public colleges. What does that mean for Tulsa-area schools?
The executive order took aim at lifetime tenure appointments at public colleges. Many universities say their faculty will not be affected.
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How five years and $250M of drone investments are preparing Tulsa students for takeoff
More young Tulsans are taking advantage of the city’s autonomous vehicle training. Tech leaders hope jobs will follow.
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Two Tulsa technical colleges on receiving end of $16M gift from MacKenzie Scott
The money, part of Scott’s $7.1 billion in donations in 2025, will be used for skills-based program development, technology updates and expanded student services.
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TCC moves forward with first bachelor’s degree program in school’s 55-year history
Oklahoma’s higher education officials approved a new four-year degree program in child development that could be offered in fall 2026.
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You will soon have more bachelor’s degree options in Tulsa. Here’s why.
After years of transfer requirements and course restrictions, Tulsa’s college-bound students will soon have more choices.
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TU denies rumor of financial incentive to hire congressman as its next president
A TU student’s video amplified faculty rumors and is spurring student organizing against possible presidential candidate.
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These scholarships and grants could make higher education in Tulsa more affordable
Here’s our guide to Oklahoma and Tulsa-specific scholarship programs and databases to support your educational future.
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Everything you need to know about college financial aid and FAFSA in Tulsa
Your guide to completing the FAFSA for the next school year, and what deadlines to meet for Tulsa colleges and universities.