Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 37%
Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology
Quick Stats
Earnings, Debt & Completion
What happens to students who enroll at Northeastern State University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
Typical debt at graduation equals about 38% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 32nd percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (OK wage index 0.79). This drives the Outcome Rating.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.
Earnings by Major at Northeastern State University
Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.
| Major | 1 yr after | 4 yrs after | vs. national | Rank (pay) | Rank (wage-adj.) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | $80,792 | $96,702 | +9% | #173 of 966 | #51 | $12,500 |
| Quality Control and Safety Technologies/Technicians | $49,321 | $69,276 | -20% | #17 of 19 | #17 | $14,924 |
| Computer Science | — | $67,854 | -37% | #336 of 349 | #318 | $19,000 |
| Accounting and Related Services | $49,823 | $65,781 | -14% | #603 of 796 | #421 | $18,225 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | $62,912 | — | — | — | — | $17,565 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $43,690 | $60,651 | -11% | #773 of 1176 | #482 | $17,829 |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies | $43,368 | $57,549 | +3% | #74 of 207 | #31 | $19,297 |
| Management Information Systems and Services | $51,298 | $55,328 | -34% | #163 of 166 | #158 | — |
| Social Work | $38,168 | $54,943 | +6% | #136 of 420 | #23 | $23,250 |
| Marketing | $39,360 | $54,577 | -21% | #463 of 516 | #392 | $15,750 |
| Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services | — | $54,484 | -2% | #48 of 70 | #19 | $13,000 |
| Mathematics | — | $53,978 | -22% | #291 of 309 | #239 | — |
| Biology | $36,536 | $53,387 | -7% | #587 of 841 | #351 | $16,250 |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services | — | $53,271 | -10% | #177 of 215 | #118 | $15,150 |
| Cell/Cellular Biology and Anatomical Sciences | $34,174 | $50,981 | -24% | #35 of 35 | #29 | $14,500 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | $39,668 | $50,268 | -9% | #480 of 660 | #313 | $18,054 |
| Communication and Media Studies | $34,703 | $49,854 | -12% | #449 of 660 | #284 | — |
| Public Health | $41,457 | $48,057 | -18% | #180 of 215 | #139 | $20,548 |
| History | — | $47,608 | -6% | #305 of 459 | #152 | $18,788 |
| Journalism | — | $46,506 | -17% | #161 of 187 | #122 | — |
| Research and Experimental Psychology | $32,440 | $46,102 | -17% | #73 of 82 | #51 | $18,579 |
| Special Education and Teaching | $46,045 | — | — | — | — | — |
| Finance and Financial Management Services | $45,998 | — | — | — | — | $19,500 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | $43,045 | $45,474 | -12% | #300 of 345 | #219 | $22,000 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | $29,464 | $44,064 | -19% | #562 of 610 | #455 | $18,547 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | $42,150 | $43,116 | -9% | #571 of 680 | #409 | $17,499 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | $31,794 | $41,705 | -21% | #431 of 476 | #378 | $20,000 |
| Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences | — | $40,275 | -17% | #39 of 49 | #36 | — |
| Psychology | — | $39,474 | -22% | #982 of 1027 | #894 | — |
| English Language and Literature | $33,266 | $38,731 | -20% | #520 of 576 | #446 | $14,750 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.
The Northeastern State University Town Property Report
- Avg home value near campus: $202,582
- Avg rent near campus: $1,129/mo — vs ~$578/mo campus room rate
- Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 74464 (4.4% cap, Tahlequah)
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🏆 Where Northeastern State University Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $6,623 | $15,743 |
| Room | $5,200 | |
| Board | $5,294 | |
| Total Cost (On-Campus) | $22,027 | $31,147 |
Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 - $30,000 | $9,624 |
| $30,001 - $48,000 | $9,468 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $12,083 |
| $75,001 - $110,000 | $16,943 |
| $110,001+ | $17,134 |
Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
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Careers that graduates from Northeastern State University's top programs commonly pursue.
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- Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology