Known for business — close-knit campus
Northwestern Oklahoma State University is a public institution in Alva with particular strength in business and health sciences. With an average SAT of 1015, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A small campus of 1.5K undergraduates with a 16:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.
35% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $44,358 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $11,366.
Established
1897
Motto
Learn Today, Lead Tomorrow
Mascot
Rowdy Ranger
Type
Public university
Conference
Division II ranks of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)
Division
Division II
66%Acceptance
1015SAT Avg
1,468Students
16:1Student:Faculty
35%Grad Rate
$44,358Earnings 10yr
$11,366Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate66.4%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1015
Reading & WritingMid: 485
430550
MathMid: 485
438540
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 20
1622
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$5,970
Tuition (out-of-state)$11,664
Room & Board$5,520
Books & Supplies$1,600
Total Cost of Attendance$20,993
Average Net Price$11,366
Median Debt at Graduation$17,355
Monthly Payment (10yr)$184
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$9,050
$30–48K$8,936
$48–75K$11,315
$75–110K$16,731
$110K+$18,614
Programs (59)
Student Body
Undergrads
1,468
Gender Split
58% / 42%
Women / Men
First Generation
43%
Pell Grant Recipients
41%
Race & Ethnicity
White 60%
Black 8%
Hispanic 16%
Asian 1%
Two+ 3%
Int'l 2%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate35.4%
Freshman Retention65.5%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$39,997
8 Years$43,114
10 Years$44,358
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$34,300
Men
$51,000
More About This School
History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia