Gather Here. Go Far

NSU is where success begins. Here professors know their subjects and how to get you ready for a career after you graduate. We empower individuals to become socially responsible global citizens by creating and sustaining a culture of learning and discovery.

Gather Here. Go Far

NSU is where success begins. Here professors know their subjects and how to get you ready for a career after you graduate. We empower individuals to become socially responsible global citizens by creating and sustaining a culture of learning and discovery.

Gather Here. Go Far

NSU is where success begins. Here professors know their subjects and how to get you ready for a career after you graduate. We empower individuals to become socially responsible global citizens by creating and sustaining a culture of learning and discovery.

Gather Here. Go Far

NSU is where success begins. Here professors know their subjects and how to get you ready for a career after you graduate. We empower individuals to become socially responsible global citizens by creating and sustaining a culture of learning and discovery.

Gather Here. Go Far

NSU is where success begins. Here professors know their subjects and how to get you ready for a career after you graduate. We empower individuals to become socially responsible global citizens by creating and sustaining a culture of learning and discovery.

NSU Admissions and Recruitment

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Northeastern State University is Oklahoma's fourth-largest public institution, with three campuses and online programming. As the oldest institution of higher education in Oklahoma, we offer strong academics focused on career readiness and the third-lowest tuition of any university in the state.

With a wide variety of options, you can select from 56 exceptional undergraduate and 25 graduate degree programs. We are also the proud home of the Oklahoma College of Optometry, the only optometry school in Oklahoma and one of 21 in the nation. The ultimate goal for our students is success as we strive to exceed expectations from first contact to graduation, career placement and beyond.

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After Admission

What's Next?  Now that you've been admitted to NSU, it's up to take your next steps.

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2023 - 2024 Events

GPACAC NEOK College Fair: September 6, 2023
Senior Day #1: September 12, 2023
Senior Day #2: September 21, 2023
RiverHawk Rally/Fall Preview Day: October 14, 2023
High School TRIO Day: October 26, 2023
Counselor Connection: November 1, 2023
Oklahoma (OSRHE) GEAR UP Day: November 9, 2023
PLC Leadership Conference: November 16, 2023
Native Strong Day: January 26, 2024
RiverHawk Jam/Spring Preview Day: February 24, 2024
RiverHawk Hype/Admitted Student Day: April 6, 2024
VIP Junior Day: April 11, 2024
RiverHawk Transfer Day @ BA: April 18, 2024

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Virtual Information Sessions

Admissions Representatives

Admission Representatives are assigned by location and student type. Whether a first-time freshman or a transfer student; our friendly staff can assist you in making the right decision for you.

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