Oklahoma's Promise and Oklahoma Tuition Aid Grant
Oklahoma's Promise pays tuition at Oklahoma public colleges for students who sign up in 8th to 11th grade and meet family income and grade rules. OTAG helps other students with need.
Apply on the official site ↗Goes to OKHigherEd.org. Applying is free.
Who generally qualifies
Oklahoma students whose families meet the income limit; sign up for Oklahoma's Promise by the end of 11th grade.
Exact income limits and rules are set by Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education and can change. Check the official site for current details.
How to apply
- Apply for Oklahoma's Promise in 8th, 9th, 10th or 11th grade.
- Fill out the FAFSA in your senior year.
What to have ready
- FAFSA
Common questions
- Does it cost anything to apply?
- No. Applying through the official site is free. Be wary of anyone who charges a fee to apply for you.
- Do I have to pay it back?
- No. This is free money that does not need to be paid back, as long as the information you give is accurate.
- Who decides if I qualify?
- Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education makes the final decision. This page explains the program in general terms only.
- Where can I find current income limits and amounts?
- Income limits, benefit amounts and deadlines change, so check OKHigherEd.org for the latest details.
Added October 21, 2026. BenefitSearch is not affiliated with Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education.