Northwestern Oklahoma State University (NWOSU)
Public four-year university in Alva, OK that costs an average of $9,433 a year after financial aid, admits 65% of applicants and graduates 35% of full-time students.
Net price / year
$9,433
Acceptance rate
65%
Graduation rate
35%
Earnings after 10 yrs
$49,123
PublicTown (remote)1,498 undergraduates
Cost of NWOSU
| Total cost of attendance (per year) | $19,249 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, in-state | $6,516 |
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state | $12,210 |
| Housing and food (on campus) | $7,490 |
| Books and supplies | $1,800 |
| Average net price after aid | $9,433 |
Net price by family income
| Family income | Average net price / year |
|---|---|
| $0–30,000 | $7,700 |
| $30,001–48,000 | $5,528 |
| $48,001–75,000 | $7,895 |
| $75,001–110,000 | $12,303 |
| $110,001+ | $15,554 |
Net price is what students actually pay after grants and scholarships (in-state students). Get your own estimate with NWOSU's net price calculator ↗.
Admissions
| Acceptance rate | 65% |
|---|---|
| Average SAT | 1,003 |
| SAT reading (25th–75th percentile) | 420–518 |
| SAT math (25th–75th percentile) | 383–518 |
| ACT composite (25th–75th percentile) | 16–21 |
| Test scores | Required |
Graduation, earnings and debt
| Graduation rate | 35% |
|---|---|
| First-year retention | 65% |
| Median earnings 6 years after enrolling | $43,189 |
| Median earnings 10 years after enrolling | $49,123 |
| Rank in Oklahoma (earnings) | 13th of 23 similar colleges |
| Median debt of graduates | $17,891 |
| Typical monthly loan payment | $203 (10-year plan) |
| Students with Pell grants | 46% |
| Students with federal loans | 33% |
Majors and programs at NWOSU
Earnings one year after graduation and median debt, by program. Click a program for details and comparisons.
Bachelor's degree programs (27)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accounting and Related Services | 24 | — | — |
| Agricultural Business and Management | 49 | — | — |
| Biology | 30 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | 64 | — | $16,750 |
| Chemistry | 9 | — | — |
| Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other | 12 | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences | 24 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | 34 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature | 3 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts | 1 | — | — |
| History | 9 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | 42 | — | — |
| Mason/Masonry | 1 | — | — |
| Mathematics and Statistics, Other | 3 | — | — |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | 1 | — | — |
| Music | 3 | — | — |
| Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, and Kinesiology, Other | 85 | — | $16,750 |
| Political Science and Government | 9 | — | — |
| Psychology | 45 | — | $15,610 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | 76 | — | $12,500 |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies | 2 | — | — |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics | 1 | — | — |
| Social Work | 18 | — | — |
| Sociology | — | — | — |
| Special Education and Teaching | 1 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | 38 | — | $19,196 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | 33 | — | — |
Certificate programs (28)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | — | $79,446 | $12,500 |
| Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, and Kinesiology, Other | — | $44,953 | $17,045 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | 48 | $41,587 | $18,000 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | — | $38,436 | $19,196 |
| Psychology | — | $37,239 | $16,000 |
| Agricultural Business and Management | — | $30,119 | $10,625 |
| Accounting and Related Services | 5 | — | — |
| Biology | — | — | — |
| Chemistry | — | — | — |
| Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other | — | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences | — | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | — | — | $21,311 |
| English Language and Literature | — | — | — |
| Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations | 3 | — | — |
| Finance and Financial Management Services | — | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts | — | — | — |
| History | — | — | — |
| Human Resources Management and Services | 3 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | — | — | $15,159 |
| Mathematics and Statistics, Other | — | — | — |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | — | — | — |
| Music | — | — | — |
| Political Science and Government | — | — | — |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies | — | — | — |
| Social Work | — | — | — |
| Sociology | — | — | — |
| Special Education and Teaching | — | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | — | — | — |
Master's degree programs (9)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | 33 | $38,894 | — |
| Area Studies | 3 | — | — |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology | 34 | — | $35,864 |
| Curriculum and Instruction | 4 | — | — |
| Educational Administration and Supervision | 10 | — | — |
| Environmental/Natural Resources Management and Policy | 2 | — | — |
| Psychology | 8 | — | — |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services | 9 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | 4 | — | — |
Doctoral degree programs (1)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | — | — | — |
Professional degree programs (1)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | 21 | — | — |
Graduate certificate programs (1)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Educational Administration and Supervision | — | — | — |
Similar colleges in Oklahoma
| College | City | Net price / yr | Acceptance | Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma | Chickasha | $13,444 | 66% | $44,726 |
| Oklahoma Panhandle State University | Goodwell | $8,380 | — | $48,353 |
| East Central University | Ada | $8,722 | 58% | $47,782 |
| Cameron University | Lawton | $7,472 | — | $42,927 |
| Rogers State University | Claremore | $18,042 | — | $45,841 |
| Southeastern Oklahoma State University | Durant | $7,565 | 76% | $48,391 |
| University of Oklahoma-Health Sciences Center | Oklahoma City | — | — | $66,905 |
| Southwestern Oklahoma State University | Weatherford | $15,278 | — | $53,203 |
About NWOSU
| Type | Public four-year university |
|---|---|
| Location | Alva, OK |
| Setting | Town (remote) |
| Undergraduates | 1,498 |
| Student-to-faculty ratio | 15 to 1 |
| Accreditor | Higher Learning Commission |
| Website | nwosu.edu ↗ |
Frequently asked questions
What is NWOSU's acceptance rate?
Northwestern Oklahoma State University admits 65% of applicants. Admitted students average 1,003 on the SAT.
How much does NWOSU cost per year?
The full cost of attendance is $19,249 a year (tuition and fees: $6,516 in-state, $12,210 out-of-state). After grants and scholarships the average student pays $9,433 a year, and students from families earning under $30,000 pay about $7,700.
How much do NWOSU graduates earn?
Former students earn a median of $49,123 a year, 10 years after first enrolling — 13th of 23 similar colleges in Oklahoma.
What is NWOSU's graduation rate?
35% of full-time students graduate within six years, and 65% of first-year students return for a second year.