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Your chances of getting into Northeastern State University

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

99.5%
Admission Difficulty for Northeastern State University
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Extremely Easy 
Applicant Competition Very Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at NSU is 99.5%.  Its admission rate is the 19th lowest in Oklahoma.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into NSU and can you get accepted?

Northeastern State University is an easy school to get into and you have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 1,665 out of the 1,674 who applied were admitted.

Northeastern State University typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.49. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 43% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into NSU?

99% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Northeastern State University you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.49 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Score 1000 on the SAT
  • Score 20 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top half of your high school class

NSU GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.49

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Northeastern State University?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into NSU are to have around a 3.49 high school GPA. You are required to have above average high school grades.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.49 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as NSU accepts 99% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at NSU is 3.49 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B+ letter grades and regularly score around 87-89 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #11 in Oklahoma for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since NSU is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.5 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted Northeastern State University students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 14.0% Good
3.75 to 3.99 24.0% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 19.0% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 16.0% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 13.0% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 10.0% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 3.0% Reach
1.00 to 1.99 1.0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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NSU SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Northeastern State University. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 7% of students submitted SAT scores and 82% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

875-1130

Applicants Submitting SAT 

7%
SAT Scores for Northeastern State University
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 440
Math 25th Percentile 435
Composite 25th Percentile 875
SAT Scores for Northeastern State University
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 560
Math 75th Percentile 570
Composite 75th Percentile 1130
Average SAT Score 1000

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Northeastern State University?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at NSU is 1000 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 875-1130. Students who get into Northeastern State University score in the top 100 percent of all SAT test takers..  NSU ranks #12 in the state of Oklahoma for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1000 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. NSU regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 875 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 875, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 750, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Northeastern State University is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1000 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1002, you have around a 99% chance of being admitted. A 1130 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 99% chance of getting in.

Northeastern State University admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1130 and Above Good >99%
1002 to 1130 Avg + 99%-99%
875 to 1002 Avg - 98%-99%
748 to 875 Reach 96%-98%
Less than 748 Low <96%
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NSU ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

17-23 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

82%
ACT Scores for Northeastern State University
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 16
Math 25th Percentile 16
Composite 25th Percentile 17
ACT Scores for Northeastern State University
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 24
Math 75th Percentile 22
Composite 75th Percentile 23
Average ACT Score 20

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into NSU?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to NSU is 20, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 17 and 23.  The school ranks #10 in Oklahoma for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 20. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 17 and score in the score in the top 69 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 14.

Scoring well on the ACT is very important as 82 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Northeastern State University.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Northeastern State University is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into NSU for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 20 score has around 99% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 99% with a 23 ACT score.

Northeastern State University admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
23 and Above Good >99%
20 to 23 Avg + 99%-99%
17 to 20 Avg - 98%-99%
14 to 17 Reach 96%-98%
Less than 14 Low <96%
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High School Class Rank

81% of Northeastern State University freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 50% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Northeastern State University students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 27%
Top 25% of class 50%
Top 50% of class 81%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

Northeastern State University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 1,020 654 1,674
Accepted 1,016 649 1,665
Acceptance Rate 100% 99% 99%
Enrolled 387 321 708
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 38% 49% 43%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Northeastern State University is $25.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Northeastern State University and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Northeastern State University Application Requirements
Test Scores Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Required to be considered for admission
Recommendations Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Northeastern State University
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences Yes

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Northeastern State University is lightly competitive to get into, you have a very good chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.49 GPA, you are almost certain to getting in. Combining this with an SAT score of 1000 and ACT of 20 will almost guarantee your admission.

Other Colleges to Apply To 

Students applying to Northeastern State University often consider these colleges

Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=207263 IPEDS survey data for Northeastern State University.

Last updated February 24, 2024