UCO Opens Fall 2027 Applications Early, Offers Free T-Shirt for July Applicants
June 24, 2026
The University of Central Oklahoma is giving future Bronchos a head start on their college journey by opening applications for fall 2027 one month earlier than usual.
Beginning July 1, incoming freshmen can apply for admission to UCO. As an added bonus, students who submit their application for fall 2027 between July 1 and 31 will receive an exclusive UCO T-shirt.
"Opening the application process earlier gives students and their families more time to navigate important decisions about their future, pursue scholarship opportunities and prepare for a successful transition to college," said Kyle Wray, vice president for enrollment and student success at UCO.
"We want prospective Bronchos to have every opportunity to plan ahead and take meaningful steps toward achieving their educational goals."
Applying early also helps students stay on track for important enrollment milestones. Students who complete an online application and submit all required admissions documents by Feb. 1, 2027, will automatically be considered for UCO's academic scholarships, pending eligibility.
Incoming freshmen may automatically qualify for scholarships worth up to $2,000 per year for four years based on their high school GPA and ACT or SAT scores. Students may still apply for admission after Feb. 1, but will not be eligible for automatic scholarship consideration.
Important UCO Enrollment Dates
July 1, 2026 — Fall 2027 application opens
July 31, 2026 — Last day to receive the free UCO T-shirt
Oct. 1, 2026 (expected) — FAFSA opens
Feb. 1, 2027 — Scholarship priority deadline
In addition to academic scholarships, students may qualify for federal, state and institutional financial aid, making a UCO education one of the most affordable pathways to earning a college degree.
Students are also encouraged to submit the 2027-28 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which is expected to become available Oct. 1.
Applying early gives students more time to complete important next steps in the enrollment process, including filing the FAFSA, exploring scholarship opportunities, selecting housing and preparing for New Broncho Orientation.
As Oklahoma's largest metropolitan university, UCO offers more than 120 undergraduate programs, personalized learning experiences, nationally recognized opportunities for undergraduate research and direct access to internships and career experiences throughout the Oklahoma City metro area.
For more information about applying to UCO, visit apply.uco.edu.
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Cutline: The University of Central Oklahoma is opening the fall 2027 application July 1, one month earlier than usual. Incoming freshmen who apply for fall 2027 during the month of July will receive an exclusive UCO T-shirt. Pictured, a group of UCO students pose outside of Old North on the UCO campus.
