NWOSU Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 65.45%. Moderately selective, indicating a less competitive admission process.
- SAT Average: 910. Below average SAT scores, indicating a less competitive applicant pool.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $5,970
- Out-of-State Tuition: $11,664
- Both in-state and out-of-state tuition are relatively affordable compared to national averages.
Student Population at NWOSU:
- Total Enrollment: 2,079, including 598 online students
- 1,787 Undergraduate, 292 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 39.6% men, 60.4% women.
- This is a small institution, fostering a close-knit community and individualized attention.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 30%. Lower graduation rate, which may reflect challenges in student retention or completion.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 18%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 65%. Lower retention, which may reflect challenges in student engagement or support.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 51 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 7 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 11 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
NWOSU Overview
Northwestern Oklahoma State University (NWOSU) is a four-year, public school located in Alva, OK. It is classified as Master's College and University with smaller programs by Carnegie Classification
The NWOSU's tuition & fees is $5,970 for Oklahoma residents and $11,664 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 93% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $8,329.
The school has a total enrollment of 2,079 and the students to faculty ratio is 15 to 1 (6.67%).
NWOSU's acceptance rate is 65.45% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 38.67%. The median SAT score is 910 and the ACT score is 19.
NWOSU ranked 14th in Oklahoma Colleges rankings. Northwestern Oklahoma State University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Northwestern Oklahoma State University is $5,970 for in-state students and $11,664 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $5,320 for in-state students and $10,324 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $5,970 for Oklahoma residents and $11,664 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $5,320 for Oklahoma residents and $10,324 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $5,970 | $11,664 |
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| Graduate | $5,320 | $10,324 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $5,970 | $11,664 |
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| Graduate | $5,320 | $10,324 |
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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
Northwestern Oklahoma State University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs.
Special Learning Opportunities at NWOSU
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | No |
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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 | No |
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