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Northeastern State University

#698 in US ranking Tahlequah, OK
Type:
Public
Programs:
4 years or more

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Cost

Cost / year
$23,052
Tuition & fees
$7,810
Avg. aid
$8,328
Receiving aid
92%

Admissions

Acceptance rate
100%
SAT range
866–1136
ACT range
18–23

Outcomes

Graduation rate
35%
Median salary
$44,185
1 yr after graduation

What are the popular events and traditions at Northeastern State University?

Homecoming is one of NSU's recurring campus traditions, bringing together students and alumni around athletics and university activities. The precise schedule and participating teams can change, so a current calendar is more reliable than a past year's program.

The university's Tahlequah setting also creates opportunities for Cherokee cultural and educational events. Students interested in language, history, or community programming should distinguish university-sponsored events from events organized independently by the Cherokee Nation or other local groups. Campus performances and student-organization events add further opportunities during the academic year, though individual events should not be assumed to recur every term.

What are the student housing and dining options at Northeastern State University?

NSU offers university-operated undergraduate housing, including coeducational options, on its Tahlequah campus. Housing availability is not the same as a guaranteed room, and students should review the current application process, eligibility rules, and contract before making plans.

Residence-hall rooms have reported high-speed internet access. First-year students are permitted to register or park a car on campus, subject to parking rules. Students comparing a residence hall with an off-campus rental should consider the full contract period, utilities, transportation, and whether a meal plan is required for their housing choice.

Campus dining and meal-plan choices can affect both convenience and the actual annual bill. Students should review current plan terms, dining locations, and operating hours - especially if they expect to spend most of their time at Broken Arrow, Muskogee, or away from the main campus.

Northeastern State University Campus Life

College owned housing available

Yes

Co-ed housing

Yes

Freshmen can park on campus

Yes

Highspeed speed internet

Yes

Northeastern State University Campus at a Glance

Student-to-faculty ratio
20:1
Undergraduates living on campus
19%
Campus size
200 acres

Northeastern State University Career Help & Outcomes

Career Centers:

Full time employees: 6

Career Counselling:

Individual: All undergraduates

Group: Not available

Career Center services:

  • Job Interviews
  • Career library
  • Resume preparation
  • Career/Interest testing
  • Interview workshop

Other information:

Job bank on campus

Yes

Job fairs on campus

Yes

On campus employer recruitment

All undergraduates

Northeastern State University Library Services and Resources

Main library name

John Vaughn Library

Number of libraries on campus

1

Reservable study rooms in library

Yes

24h access

Yes

Physical facilities

Yes

Access to digital/electronic resources

Yes

Staff trained to provide and interpret library materials

Yes

Established library hours

Yes

Access to library collections that are shared with other institutions

Yes

Northeastern State University Computer Labs Access

  • 24h access
  • Help desk

Northeastern State University Location & Map

Data last updated on November 5, 2026

Data sources: IPEDS 2024-25, Peterson 2026, College Scorecard 10/2026, Clery 2024 (2023-24), OpenAlex 2026

Figures on this profile come from federal and third-party datasets in the editions listed above and are refreshed periodically, so they may differ from what the institution currently reports. Confirm costs, deadlines and requirements with the school before making decisions.

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