Overview
Enrollment
Located in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, Northeastern State University is a mid-size four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 1,474 prospective students applied, and 1,466 were granted admission. Of those admitted 699 enrolled in the school. 4,448 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 2,577 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $6,000 plus fees of $1,115. NSU is ranked 878 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
NSU is rated within the lower 31% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 4 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Northeastern State University within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#878 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#365 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#13 in Best Colleges in Oklahoma
#8 in Best Public Colleges in Oklahoma
#17 in Best Value Colleges in Oklahoma
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 878/1085 |
| ACT | 17/23 |
| GPA | 3.49 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $25 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Oklahoma Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,250 |
| Other Fees | $1,115 |
| Room and Board | $8,120 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,640 |
| Total One Year Cost | $19,125 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,250 |
| Other Fees | $1,115 |
| Room and Board | $8,120 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,640 |
| Total One Year Cost | $27,765 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Education | 22% |
| Business | 18% |
| Psychology | 9% |
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting | 8% |
| Biology | 7% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=207263 IPEDS survey data for Northeastern State University.
Current students may use the Northeastern State University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.