Admissions Details
- Acceptance Rate
- 99.5%
- Average SAT
- 1,003
- SAT Range (25th–75th)
- 875–1,130
- ACT Composite (avg)
- 20
- Total Enrollment
- 4,636
Admissions Overview
Northeastern State University operates with an open admission policy, accepting 99.46% of applicants. This means nearly every student who applies gets in, making it an accessible option for those seeking higher education in Oklahoma. The middle 50% of admitted students score between 875-1130 on the SAT or around 20 on the ACT, though test scores aren't a barrier to admission. The university particularly welcomes first-generation college students and those from underserved communities. With 42.43% of students receiving Pell Grants, NSU actively serves students from lower-income families. The school seeks students interested in education, business, and health sciences who want personalized attention in a supportive environment.