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With locations in Tahlequah, Muskogee and Broken Arrow, NSU is Oklahoma’s immersive learning institution. Choose from in-person, blended or online learning options.

Scholarships

NSU is committed to assisting students in applying and earning scholarships. Whether you are an incoming freshman or a continuing/returning student, NSU has a wide variety of scholarship options for students to choose from.

Clubs and Organizations

From networking to leadership opportunities, NSU’s over 80 clubs and organizations allow our students to build lasting relationships while getting the full college experience.

Homecoming

In 1924, NSU hosted its first-ever homecoming. One hundred years later, NSU and the Alumni Association invite you to return to NSU for the centennial celebration - Forever Green.

Graduate College

Whether transitioning to graduate school or returning to higher education, NSU’s graduate college is your next step. Choose from over 25 master's degrees and several certificate programs.

International Graduate Admission

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International Graduate Students Admission Information

To apply for admission, you must submit the following documents. Please note: We will need all required documents before we can issue your I-20. Contact the Office of International Programs at 918-444-2050 or international@nsuok.edu if you have any questions regarding the application process.

Come join our international students from all over the world who study at Northeastern State University!

What is an Official Transcript?

NSU requires an official transcript to be mailed to the Office of International Programs. An official transcript can be defined by the following:

  • Must be sent and sealed by institution of study
  • Must be accompanied by an English translation (if original transcript is in English, translation is not needed)
  • Must have 4.0 scale GPA listed

If your transcript does not match the above list, your application process may be delayed until official transcript is received.

While digital copies of transcripts can be used to make an admission decision, official transcripts must be received by NSU upon arrival to the U.S.

International Graduate

International applicants applying for graduate study at NSU are required to submit official transcripts of undergraduate coursework.

If your undergraduate credit was earned outside the United States, you may need to submit a course-by-course credential evaluation (WES - World Education Services or ECE) before any credit can be transferred and posted to your Northeastern State University transcript.

English Proficiency

Scores from the Test Of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) are a requirement for admission to all NSU programs for all international students.

The NSU TOEFL Institution Code (or Destination Institution Code) is 6485.

The Official Report from the testing company should be mailed to our office address at 600 N Grand Avenue, Tahlequah, OK 74464 USA

International Graduate

Submit one of the following to satisfy the English Proficiency Requirement.

  • TOEFL 550 (79 IBT)
  • IELTS 6.5
  • PTE Academic 53
  • iTEP Academic 4.0

For applicants with a bachelor's degree from a U.S. university, English Proficiency is not required.

Proof of Finances

All F1 and J1 international applicants must document their ability to meet all education and living expenses for the first year of intended study before the university can issue a Certificate of Visa Eligibility (form I-20 or DS-2019).

2024-2025 Estimated Cost of Attendance

for candidates who will need a student visa to study in the U.S.

Tuition & Fees (Out-of-State): $11,980*
International Fees: $300
International Orientation Fee (One-Time Fee): $50
Health Insurance: $1,000**
Books and Supplies: $1,000
Room & Board: $8,520***

Estimated Total/Fiscal Year

$22,850

* Based on 30 hours per fiscal year. Additional fees may be charged for some courses. Book cost based on yearly average.
** Based on an estimated quote from LewerMark Student Insurance. If a student already has
health insurance, please provide a copy to the Office of International Programs.
*** Room in Leoser Complex with a 15 meal / week + $200 flex meal plan

The 2024-2025 cost breakdown gives an approximation of what a new student can expect to pay to attend NSU during the academic year. In addition, it does not attempt to list all costs that an individual student may incur. Some one time fees have not been included and some students may have additional fees associated with specific courses taken.

Learn more about NSU tuition and fees and total cost by clicking on the links below.

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2024-2025 International Student Financial Statement Form

Please complete the International Student Financial Statement form completely and attach the appropriate documentation required. All documentation (appropriate affidavits and/or scholarship awards) must be dated within 3 months prior to the date of application and also be sent with this form as proof of financial support for your first year of study. All supporting documents must be in English. If funds are in a currency other than US dollars, we will do the conversion.

As an international student, you will not be eligible to apply for U.S Federal financial aid at any time during your study, unless you apply for and receive such aid from NSU scholarships. Also, you will not be permitted to work off campus without authorization from the International Office. This policy is regardless of unforeseen family difficulties, political changes in your home country, currency devaluation, etc. that may alter your financial situation.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT FINANCIAL STATEMENT (PDF)

Please submit a copy of your current passport to international@nsuok.edu.

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Please understand that Northeastern State University may require further certification of finances or advance payment of tuition and fees from students whose funds originate in countries where severe currency restrictions exist.

 

Graduate College Profile Sheet

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Download the International Fact Sheet (PDF)