Student Services
Student organizations, Greek life, athletics, club and intramural sports take learning to the next level. While student service offices are here to help you succeed academically and prepare for life beyond OU.
ACADEMIC SUPPORT
DEGREE PLANNING
PAYING FOR COLLEGE
CAMPUS LIFE
JOBS AND INTERNSHIPS
LOGINS AND IDS
SUPPORT SERVICES
HEALTH AND SAFETY
NEWS AND INFORMATION

FOCUS ON THE FINISH LINE
Explore Your Options
- FYAC advisers are the first professional advisers you’ll meet with
- Narrow your major/career choices by utilizing self-assessment instruments
Explore your interests and strengths with your academic adviser each semester
- Join a student org related to your major/interests
- Participate in a community service event
- Play intramurals, club sports or join a group exercise class
- Get an on-campus job (create a resume with OUCareerLink’s Resume Builder)
- Attend academic, athletic and other fun events
- Contribute to campus publications like WXOU radio station, OUTV and The Oakland Post
Become involved on campus
- Research these options through online career exploration, informational interviews, job shadowing, volunteering and more
Investigate and decide on the major and career option best for you
- Professors are experts in their field and can provide you with valuable resources. They are here to help you
Introduce yourself to your professors and visit their office hours
- Reach sophomore standing by the end of your first year (farewell freshmen!)
Earn at least 28 credits and aim for a 3.0 or higher cumulative GPA
Engage in Your Major
- Now that you declared a major, you’ll meet with an academic adviser from your school/college
Meet with your academic adviser each semester to review your degree evaluation
- Be a proud sophomore -- participate in at least two engagement activities
Participate in the Second Year Experience (SYE)
- Take your involvement to the next level by applying for a student leader position such as Academic Peer Mentor, Admissions Ambassador, Career Ambassador, CMI Peer Mentor, CSA Leadership Consultant, Orientation Group Leader, Resident Assistant, SI Leader, student organization officer, tutor or writing consultant
Gain leadership skills through campus involvement
- Take a cue from this example SMART goal: I will meet with Career Services in October to review my resume in order to have a final draft completed by winter break
Set short- and long-term SMART goals that complement your major and career decision
- Learn about career-related options for your major
Engage with Career Services to explore possibilities
- Reach junior standing by the end of your second year (sayonara sophomores!)
Earn at least 56 credits and aim for a 3.0 or higher cumulative GPA
Gain Relevant Experience
- You’ve become pretty good friends with your academic adviser, right?
Meet with your academic adviser to review your degree evaluation
- Employers expect 2-3 internships before graduation. Now is the time to do internships, co-ops, field placements, clinicals and patient-care experience
- Also gain experience through volunteering, research, study away or abroad or job shadowing a professional
Narrow career options then search for career-related experience
- Investigate graduate school options, research the standardized tests and registration deadlines, and obtain letters of recommendation
Consider your graduate/professional school options and prepare for admission to intended programs
- Meet with a career consultant to create/update your resume, complete a mock interview and get help with your job search
- Attend career-related events that can connect you to employers
Capitalize on resources within Career Services to give you a professional, competitive edge
- Reach senior standing by the end of your third year (adiós juniors!)
Earn at least 91 credits and aim for a 3.0 or higher cumulative GPA
Launch Your Future
- Run your degree evaluation before meeting with your adviser
Meet with your academic adviser the semester before you graduate to complete your graduation audit
- Graduating in April or June? Apply by the last Friday in January
- Graduating in August? Apply by the last Friday in May
- Graduating in December? Apply by the last Friday in September
- Don’t forget to attend the graduation fair!
Apply for graduation early by the posted deadline
- Finalize your job search strategies, ensure your resume is market-ready and prepare for tough interview questions.
Visit Career Services to ensure you’re ready to apply for jobs or graduate/professional school
- Use more than one way to connect to prospective employers: continue to build a professional network, attend career/job fairs, maximize job searching and networking features of social media
- Consider alternatives to full-time employment like part-time jobs, internships, volunteering or other experiences related to your career goals
Proactively pursue multiple leads connecting to employment opportunities
- Congratulations, you reached the finish line! Welcome to your future!