2026 Summer Policy Institute Applications Open!

OK Policy's Summer Policy Institute (SPI) applications are now open! College students, grad students, recent grads, and young professionals are encouraged to apply.

"I can't imagine how different Oklahoma's political landscape and policies would look if everyone were more informed about the work OK Policy does. I deeply admire the staff and visiting speakers for their work ethic they exhibit and serving the community in the ways needed most. It gives me hope for Oklahoma's future." —Past Oklahoma Summer Policy Institute participant Applications for OK Policy's Summer Policy Institute are now open! Applications have opened for OK Policy's Summer Policy Institute. SPI brings together highly-qualified college students, recent graduates, and new policy professionals for a three-day learning experience that informs participants about Oklahoma's policy landscape and provides tools and resources to create change in our state.   The OK Policy team leads SPI, hosting policy experts from government, academia, and community organizations throughout Oklahoma. Participants have a chance to network with fellow participants, policy leaders, OK Policy staff, and SPI alumni. Click here to learn more about the Oklahoma Summer Policy Institute. "SPI is a place that will inspire you for the future. It's so easy to get discouraged about the state and our policies, but SPI teaches tools to fight the policies that create inequalities. If you need inspiration for the future, go to SPI." —Past Oklahoma Summer Policy Institute participant When & Where   SPI is a three-day program held July 8-10 at the University of Oklahoma in Norman.  Who can apply?   SPI is open to: Current undergraduate or graduate students with at least 24 hours of college credit who attend an Oklahoma college/university or have graduated from an Oklahoma high school, Recent college graduates who completed their degree programs within the last year, and Professionals who have started their careers in policy-related fields with Oklahoma-based organizations in the last year. Please email Oscar Guillén Arauz at oguillenarauz@okpolicy.org for any questions regarding eligibility. Apply Today Participants are selected through a competitive application process that identifies students with strong academic training, diverse experiences, and a clear interest in public policy. Particular emphasis is given on selecting a class of participants from a broad range of educational institutions, fields of study, and geographic and cultural backgrounds.   The application deadline is Sunday, May 10, 2026 at 11:59 PM.   Program tuition is $400. Full and partial financial assistance will be available to all applicants who need a scholarship to attend. No one will be denied a spot at SPI due to inability to pay. Want to support SPI? Donate to Oklahoma Policy Institute today.   Your support makes this program possible. We remain committed to advocating for a better future for all of us - but we can't do it without you. Will you consider making a donation to support our work?   Interested in being a sponsor for SPI? Contact mpooch@okpolicy.org for sponsorship information.  Support us with a Donation Contact Oklahoma Policy Institute 907 S. Detroit Ave #1005 Tulsa, OK 74120 United States  918-794-3944 | info@okpolicy.org   Connect with us:   If you believe you received this message in error or wish to no longer receive email from us, please unsubscribe.