NSU Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 99.59%. Not very selective
- SAT Average: 1030. Average SAT scores, indicating a moderately competitive applicant pool.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $7,810
- Out-of-State Tuition: $17,290
- In-state tuition is affordable, while out-of-state tuition is higher, as is typical for public institutions.
Student Population at NSU:
- Total Enrollment: 6,751, including 2,733 online students
- 5,111 Undergraduate, 1,640 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 35% men, 65% women.
- This is a lower medium-sized institution, balancing resources and a sense of community.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 35%. Lower graduation rate, which may reflect challenges in student retention or completion.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 19%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 60%. Lower retention, which may reflect challenges in student engagement or support.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 134 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 60 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 30 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
NSU Overview
Northeastern State University (NSU) is a four-year, public school located in Tahlequah, OK. It is classified as Master's College and University with larger programs by Carnegie Classification, also known as M1 Master's College. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at M1 Master's College comparison page.
The NSU's tuition & fees is $7,810 for Oklahoma residents and $17,290 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 72% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $8,328.
The school has a total enrollment of 6,751 and the students to faculty ratio is 16 to 1 (6.25%).
NSU's acceptance rate is 99.59% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 39.01%. The median SAT score is 1030 and the ACT score is 20.
NSU ranked 10th in Oklahoma Colleges rankings. Northeastern State University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Northeastern State University is $7,810 for in-state students and $17,290 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $5,771 for in-state students and $11,981 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $8,119 for Oklahoma residents and $17,973 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $5,999 for Oklahoma residents and $12,442 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $7,810 | $17,290 |
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| Graduate | $5,771 | $11,981 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $8,119 | $17,973 |
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| Graduate | $5,999 | $12,442 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Northeastern State University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at NSU
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
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