Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
99.21%
SAT Average
1,050
ACT Range
18-23
Northeastern State University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 99.21%. This means approximately 992 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 4,636 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
99.21%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $7,513 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $16,633 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $19,274 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $11,800 | State avg: $12,816. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 42.43% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 38.04% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Northeastern State University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$16,633
Room and board
$10,494
Books and supplies
$1,000
Other expenses
$3,020
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$19,274
Average net price
$11,800
Average aid coverage
39%
$7,474 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Northeastern State University pays approximately $11,800 per year after grants and aid. This is below the Oklahoma average of $12,816 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Northeastern State University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Oklahoma and national averages.
Northeastern State University net price
$11,800
Oklahoma average
$12,816
National average
$17,506
Northeastern State University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $16,633 and average net price at $11,800. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$16,633
Current net price
$11,800
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
37.20%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$45,379
Undergraduates
4,636
10-Year Median Earnings - Northeastern State University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Northeastern State University graduates earn about 1.0x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Northeastern State University?
Undergraduates
4,636
Completion rate
37.20%
Below national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
42.43%
Above national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
38.04%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 42.43% of Northeastern State University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 38.04% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Northeastern State University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Northeastern State University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Northeastern State University lists Higher Learning Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Northeastern State University is listed at 600 N Grand, Tahlequah, OK 74464-2399. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare Northeastern State University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northeastern State University | 99.21% | $16,633 | $11,800 | $45,379 |
| University of Oklahoma-Health Sciences Center | Not available | Not available | Not available | $63,126 |
| University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus | 76.54% | $26,665 | $17,413 | $63,126 |
| University of Tulsa | 57.99% | $48,602 | $23,678 | $61,408 |
| Oklahoma Wesleyan University | 77.03% | $31,466 | $26,827 | $59,841 |
Similar Schools in Tahlequah
This local cluster focuses on nearby Tahlequah schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Tahlequah.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northeastern State University's acceptance rate?
Northeastern State University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 99.21%.
How much is Northeastern State University tuition?
Northeastern State University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $16,633.
What is Northeastern State University's average net price?
Northeastern State University's average net price in the local dataset is $11,800.
What is Northeastern State University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $45,379 for Northeastern State University.
Is Northeastern State University accredited?
Northeastern State University's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend Northeastern State University?
The local dataset lists 4,636 undergraduate students at Northeastern State University.
What percentage of Northeastern State University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Northeastern State University in the local dataset is 42.43%.
What is the federal loan rate at Northeastern State University?
The federal loan rate for Northeastern State University in the local dataset is 38.04%.
Where should I verify Northeastern State University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Northeastern State University or the latest official federal education data.