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Public, 4-Year
Tahlequah, OK

Northeastern State University

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in OK. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$7,513

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

99.2%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

37.6%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$45,379

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Northeastern State University is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Tahlequah, OK. With a competitive tuition profile of $7,513, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 37.6% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing455 – 585
20025th–75th percentile800
Math465 – 560
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite18 – 23
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

99.2%

Transfer-Out Rate25.7%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$30,052

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

2.0 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$15,379

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$123,738

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$277,528

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 38%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Northeastern State University is $17,367.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
61.6%
38.4%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
44.1%
American Indian / Alaska Native
22.1%
Two or more
14.9%
Hispanic
8.1%
Black
4.8%
Asian
2.5%
Unknown
1.8%
International
1.6%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.1%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$7,513

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$9,624
$30k - $48k$9,468
$48k - $75k$12,083
$75k+$16,943

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$17,367
Pell Grant Recipients42.4%
Using Federal Loans38.0%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment52.5%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

62.8%

Success

37.6%

In-State Cost

$7,513

Age 25+ Students

30.9%

Carnegie Class

Master's: Larger

Working at 6yr

2,558 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Tahlequah (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Tahlequah (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.