Overview
Student Population
Located in Alva, Oklahoma, Northwestern Oklahoma State University is a small four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 1,204 prospective students applied, and 714 were granted admission. Of those admitted 277 enrolled in the school. 1,297 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 494 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $7,100 plus fees of $1,180. NWOSU is ranked 756 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
NWOSU is rated within the lower 39% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 4 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for Northwestern Oklahoma State University within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#756 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#280 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#7 in Best Colleges in Oklahoma
#4 in Best Public Colleges in Oklahoma
#20 in Best Value Colleges in Oklahoma
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 850/1090 |
| ACT | 17/22 |
| GPA | 3.42 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jun 10, 2023 |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Oklahoma Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,600 |
| Other Fees | $1,180 |
| Room and Board | $5,250 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,200 |
| Total One Year Cost | $19,330 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,600 |
| Other Fees | $1,180 |
| Room and Board | $5,250 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,200 |
| Total One Year Cost | $26,448 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Education | 20% |
| Business | 20% |
| Psychology | 12% |
| Agriculture | 8% |
| Health Professions | 6% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=207306 IPEDS survey data for Northwestern Oklahoma State University.
Current students may use the Northwestern Oklahoma State University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.