About Northeastern State University

Founded in 1846, Northeastern State University. is a Public college. Located in Oklahoma, which is a city setting in Oklahoma, the campus itself is Town. The campus is home to 6,925 full time undergraduate students, and 1,184 full time graduate students.

The Northeastern State University Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 17:1. There are 303 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Northeastern State University include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate93%
Application Deadline
Application Fee25
SAT Range873-1095
ACT Range19-24

Admissions at NSU are considered Less Selective, with ,27% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 53 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

77% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 43% were in the top quarter, and 20% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.

STUDENT LIFE Reviews

We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at Northeastern State University.

3%
“We”re apathetic”
48%
“We know about current events and vote”
45%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
3%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
6%
“We save it for the classroom”
32%
“Sometimes, but not often”
42%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
19%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
48%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
52%
“I feel extremely safe”
26%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
42%
“We bought the gear”
32%
“We live for the big game”
10%
“It”s not really our thing”
20%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
53%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
17%
“We”re a very artistic group”
3%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
68%
“They keep regular office hours”
29%
“They”re always available”
0%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
23%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
61%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
16%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
13%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
53%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
13%
“We only party on weekends”
20%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
13%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
65%
“There might be people who do”
23%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
3%
“We”re apathetic”
48%
“We know about current events and vote”
45%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
3%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
6%
“We save it for the classroom”
32%
“Sometimes, but not often”
42%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
19%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
48%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
52%
“I feel extremely safe”
26%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
42%
“We bought the gear”
32%
“We live for the big game”
10%
“It”s not really our thing”
20%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
53%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
17%
“We”re a very artistic group”
3%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
68%
“They keep regular office hours”
29%
“They”re always available”
0%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
23%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
61%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
16%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
13%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
53%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
13%
“We only party on weekends”
20%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
13%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
65%
“There might be people who do”
23%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    62 Students rated on-campus housing 3.3 stars. 13 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

    53 Students rated off-campus housing 3.6 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus food?

    77 Students rated campus food 3.5 stars. 26 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    76 Students rated campus facilities 4 stars. 34 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    76 Students rated class size 4.3 stars. 45 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    75 Students rated school activities 3.9 stars. 36 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    78 Students rated local services 4 stars. 44 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    76 Students rated academics 4.1 stars. 38 % gave the school a 5.0.

Northeastern State University REVIEWS

What's your overall opinion of Northeastern State University?

38 Students rated Northeastern State University

Kylee - 05/23/2023

My opinion on Northeastern State University is overall positive. They have been nothing but welcoming and making me feel like that is the university I belong at. I could not be more excited for what my future holds there and the many friendships I will create a long the way. NSU said it best “you belong here”.

Kulaya - 12/05/2021

To do fitness and health

Ashley - 06/04/2021

I think that we are a great school for some careers and degrees, but there are some that are terrible. Look at our specialties, like education and optometry, before deciding to come here with a pre-planned degree in mind.

Jenna - 05/03/2020

I enjoyed my time at NSU. It was a very affordable choice for me to complete my basic education courses before I entered my allied health program at another university. The people are very kind and good to be around. I felt challenged in my courses and learned.

Northeastern State University FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at Northeastern State University?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Northeastern State University is 93%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020 , _____ students were offered admission. The number of males who applied was _____ vs the number of females which was _____.

  2. What should every freshman at your school know before they start?

    Choose a school you feel comfortable with, and not particulary one that all you high school friends are going to to. I knew one person up at Northeastern, but could not be happier with my decision. I met friends there that will be my friends forever. For me, small class sizes and strong extral curricular activities werevery important. If was a way for me to keep my life balanced. Choose a college that will put you in a position to build friendships and succed. Do not let a large enrollment number or strentgh of the football team make your decision for you, that life is not for everyone. It is important to surround yourself with people of similar interests and a hunger for personal growth.

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  3. Describe the students at your school.

    Most of my classmates are traditional students (18-25 age-range). There is diversity among races and we have many international students.

    Read all 17 answers

  4. What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?

    It is expensive to go here if you are not wealthy, we have struggled to pay for my education, but it is all worth it

    Read all 15 answers

  5. What kind of person should attend this school?

    Any kind of person can attend this school. It is very affordable and friendly.

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  6. Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.

    Notheastern State is a very pretty campass. It is very friendly and has many activities going on to entertain the students. Good learning enivironment.

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  7. What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?

    The Broken Arrow campus is new and very nice. Also i tell them about all the fun projects i do in my early childhood classes!

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  8. What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?

    More educational options.

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  9. What kind of person should not attend this school?

    I think most students would do well at Northeastern State. It is a good spot for someone who wants small classes and an intimate campus.

    Read all 10 answers

  10. What's unique about your campus?

    One of the best things about my school is my fellow classmates. Everyone is nice and willing to help when you need it. I try to provide the same behavior to them as well.

    Read all 9 answers

  11. What's the most frustrating thing about your school?

    One thing that is frustrating about Northeastern State University is that most students will go home during the weekends. So the campus is dead on the weekends.

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  12. Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!

    Northeastern State University is unique compared to other schools because the classroom size is around 30 students and the professors try to get to know each student individually.

    Read all 8 answers

  13. Describe your favorite campus traditions.

    For it's science education and optometry school.

    Read all 5 answers

Student Body

Students

60%

female

40%

male

6,925

Total Undergrad Enrollment

1,184

Total Grad Students

8%

Out-Of-State

90%

In-State

2%

International

Organizations

93

Student Organizations

9

Fraternities

6

Sororities

Housing

Yes

On-Campus Housing

20%

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
18%
% Asian/Pacific Islander
2%
% Black or African-American
4%
% Hispanic/Latino
6%
% White or Caucasian
48%

TUITION & AID

All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA. Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.

93% of students attending Northeastern State University receive some sort of financial aid. 55% were awarded federal grants. While 44% received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

Cost Out of State

$13,707

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$1,260

Books and Supplies

$7,466

Room and Board

22,433

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$6,586
$30 - $48K
$7,488
$48 - $75K
$10,389
$75 - $110K
$12,502
$110K & UP
$12,283

We use student reviews and the most current publicly available data on our school pages. As such, we don't typically remove or edit college information. Sources for school statistics and data include the U.S. Department of Education's National Center for Education Statistics and the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System. Portions of college data include copyrighted material, which is reproduced on this website by permission of Wintergreen Orchard House, a division of Carnegie Communications. © 2009-2016 by Wintergreen Orchard House. All rights reserved.

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