Overview
Enrollment
Northeastern State University (NSU) is a public institution nestled in the foothills of the Ozark Mountains in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, roughly an hour's drive from Tulsa. Founded on the historic site of the Cherokee National Female Seminary in 1851, NSU is the oldest institution of higher learning in Oklahoma. The university's campus boasts a blend of modern and historic architecture, including Seminary Hall, a notable building from the original seminary, which remains a central landmark. NSU offers a variety of undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees with a noted emphasis on Education, Business, and Health Professions. While maintaining an inclusive admissions policy, NSU provides on-campus housing to foster a supportive educational environment.
In the most recent statistical year 1,674 prospective students applied, and 1,665 were granted admission. Of those admitted 708 enrolled in the school. 4,319 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 2,383 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $6,285 plus fees of $1,115. NSU is ranked 933 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
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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 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#933 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#378 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#12 in Best Colleges in Oklahoma
#7 in Best Public Colleges in Oklahoma
#17 in Best Value Colleges in Oklahoma
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 875/1130 |
| 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 | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $1,115 |
| Room and Board | $8,292 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,750 |
| Total One Year Cost | $19,642 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $1,115 |
| Room and Board | $8,292 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,750 |
| Total One Year Cost | $28,627 |
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.