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Northeastern State University

Also known as: NSU

📍 Tahlequah, Oklahoma🏛️ Town Setting👥 4,772 Undergrads🔗 www.nsuok.edu

Overview

Northeastern State University is an medium public research university in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. It enrolls about 4,772 undergraduate students with an acceptance rate of 100%. Graduates earn a median of $45,379 ten years after entry.

Quick Stats

Acceptance Rate

100%

Less Selective

SAT Avg

1,049

438–593

Net Price

$12,710

After avg. aid

Grad Rate (6yr)

35%

Retention

61%

First-year, FT

Median Earnings

$45,379

10 yrs after entry

Admissions

Less Selective

Acceptance Rate

99.6%

SAT Average

1,049

ACT Composite

18–23

Test Policy

Considered but not required

SAT Score Range (Middle 50%)

EBRW (Reading & Writing)

200438 – 593 (mid 50%)800

Math

200428 – 543 (mid 50%)800

ACT Score Range (Middle 50%)

Composite

118 – 23 (mid 50%)36

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition

$7,810

Annual + fees

Out-of-State

$17,290

Annual + fees

Cost of Attendance

$21,551

Total annual

Avg. Net Price

$12,710

After aid

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income	Avg. Net Price
$0 – $30,000	$10,598
$30,001 – $48,000	$9,827
$48,001 – $75,000	$12,612
$75,001 – $110,000	$18,188
$110,001 +	$19,511

Financial Aid Snapshot

% with federal loans

35.9%

Academics & Programs

Northeastern State University offers programs across 24 fields. Top by degrees awarded:

Business, Management & Marketing

17.4%

Psychology

13.6%

Health Professions

12.1%

Education

11.8%

Homeland Security & Law Enforcement

8.1%

Liberal Arts & General Studies

7.5%

Parks, Recreation, Leisure & Fitness

4.5%

Computer & Information Sciences

3.9%

Outcomes

6-Year Grad Rate

35%

On-Time (4yr)

21%

Retention (FT)

61%

% Earning >$25K

71%

10 yrs after entry

Median Earnings After Entry

6 years

$41,207

8 years

$44,103

10 years

$45,379

Graduation Rate by Race

Asian

20.0%

White

38.8%

Diversity

Race & Ethnicity

White

40.5%

Black or African American

4.9%

Asian

2.6%

Hispanic / Latino

8.8%

Two or more races

15.4%

International

3.9%

Gender

Women

61.7%

Men

38.3%

Background

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Northeastern State University hard to get into?

Less Selective — the acceptance rate is 100%. Admitted students average an SAT of 1049.

How much does Northeastern State University cost?

In-state tuition is $7,810, and out-of-state is $17,290. Average net price after financial aid is $12,710.

What is Northeastern State University known for?

Most popular programs include Business, Management & Marketing, Psychology, Health Professions.

What's the graduation rate at Northeastern State University?

The 6-year graduation rate is 35%, and 61% of first-year, full-time students return for their second year.

Data source: U.S. Department of Education.