GOLDEN GUARANTEE
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0:04 - >> When I first found out I qualified for the Golden Guarantee,
0:07 - I was very excited because I wouldn't have to
0:09 - worry about my tuition for the next four years.
0:11 - >> I was just sitting at the table at school looking for what colleges to apply to.
0:16 - When I seen I got accepted to Oakland,
0:18 - I was like small campus, big energy.
0:20 - I have to go there. When it comes to choosing a college,
0:24 - cost is always a huge part of the decision.
0:27 - >> The Golden Guarantee impacted my life plans in a good way because
0:30 - now I wouldn't have to think about
0:31 - student debt in the future because I'm living in the now.
0:34 - >> The Golden Guarantee has allowed my plans to
0:36 - flow easily by not having that stress of paying for school.
0:39 - Learning that I qualified for free tuition,
0:41 - it just set the boundaries for what I needed to do.
0:44 - My advice for students who think they can't afford OU is to do
0:47 - their research into all the scholarships
0:49 - and grants because there's plenty of them out here.
0:51 - >> Fill out those scholarships and see what you can qualify for.
0:54 - >> Don't wait. Apply today.
0:56 - Find out if you qualify.
0:58 - >> Fill out your FAFSA.
0:59 - >> Apply to OU and complete the FAFSA today.
1:02 - >> Find out if you qualify.
1:05 - >> Be a Golden Grizzly.
1:06 - >> Be a Golden Grizzly.
1:08 - >> At Oakland University. [MUSIC]
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At Oakland University, we have a responsibility to create pathways of opportunity for all students. That’s why we’re proud to offer FREE TUITION to eligible incoming Michigan first-year students.
With OU’s GOLDEN GUARANTEE, eligible incoming first-year students can attend OU free for four years. That means students can focus on their degree and their future — without worrying about how to pay for it.
“The full tuition scholarship has allowed me to focus more on my studies and enjoy life, instead of stressing about how to pay for college.”
Diamond Robinson, Public Relations
“When I learned I qualified for the Golden Guarantee, a huge weight was lifted off my shoulders. OU was my dream school, and being accepted with free tuition was such an amazing feeling.”
Jameson Tierney, Criminal Justice
“The tuition grant has impacted my life in a positive way by allowing me to be stress free since cost is a huge factor when attending college.”
Tanesha Griffin, Pre-Nursing
FREE TUITION
Remaining balance covered by the
Golden Guarantee*Gift aid does not include the OU Housing Grant.
In combination with the Michigan Achievement Scholarship, OU merit and need-based aid can help to cover both tuition and other costs, such as housing and living expenses.
Our Net Price Calculator tool will provide you with a personalized estimate of attending Oakland University and take into account the scholarships and grants you may qualify for as a future Golden Grizzly.
To Qualify
- Apply to OU (it's free) by July 1
- Complete the FAFSA
- We'll let you know if you qualify for the award via your official financial aid offer
Requirements
- First-time college students, who are Michigan residents, and recipients of the Michigan Achievement Scholarship
- Family income of less than or equal to $70,000, and assets less than $50,000, as determined by the FAFSA
