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99.5%Acceptance
$7,513Tuition
4,636Students
37%Grad Rate (6-yr)
$45,379Earnings
Public4-yearSAT/ACT Test OptionalNCAA Division IIStudy AbroadData: 2023-24

Cost Details

In-State Tuition
$7,513
Out-of-State Tuition
$16,633
Average Net Price
$11,800
Students Receiving Financial Aid
42.4%
Room & Board (On Campus)
$10,494
Room & Board (Off Campus)
$11,542
Books & Supplies
$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance
$19,007
Median Debt at Graduation
$17,367
Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
$184/mo
Loan Repayment Rate
52.5%
Students Taking Federal Loans
38.0%
Pell Grant Recipients
42.4%

Net Price by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants and scholarships. Source: U.S. Department of Education

Net price by family income bracket
Family Income Average Net Price
$0 – $30,000 $9,624
$30,001 – $48,000 $9,468
$48,001 – $75,000 $12,083
$75,001 – $110,000 $16,943
$110,001+ $17,134

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Cost Overview

Most families pay around $11,800 per year at Northeastern State University, well below the $19,007 sticker price. Low-income families earning under $30,000 pay just $9,624 annually, while those making over $110,000 pay $17,134. Over four years, costs range from $38,496 to $68,536 depending on family income.

Graduates typically leave with $17,367 in debt, translating to monthly payments of $184. With median earnings of $45,379 ten years after graduation, loan payments represent about 5% of income for most graduates. Only 38% of students take federal loans, suggesting many can afford college without borrowing heavily.

The 99.46% acceptance rate means nearly everyone gets in, but only 37% graduate within six years. In-state students get the best financial deal, representing 91% of enrollment and avoiding the higher out-of-state tuition of $16,633.

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