Northwestern Oklahoma State University — acceptance rate 66%, tuition $5,448 in-state, $11,142 out-of-stateNorthwestern Oklahoma State University campus, Alva, OK. Photo: Kiddo27, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
Outcomes
C+
57/100
Affordability
C+
64/100
Resources
C
54/100
Experience
B
71/100
Prestige
F
26/100
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
1,929
Total Enrollment
35%
Graduation Rate
65%
Retention Rate
16.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
66%
Acceptance Rate
$12,067
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Northwestern Oklahoma State University ▼
11%
of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.
What happens to students who enroll at Northwestern Oklahoma State University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
$44,358
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$39,997
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$17,355
Median debt at graduation
30.4%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,003
Average SAT
20
Median ACT
41.4%
Students receiving Pell grants
Typical debt at graduation equals about 39% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 28th 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 Northwestern Oklahoma 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.
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.
For parents & investors
The Northwestern Oklahoma State University Town Property Report
Avg home value near campus: $123,422
Avg rent near campus: $873/mo — vs ~$224/mo campus room rate
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 73717 (5.5% cap, Alva)
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🏆 Where Northwestern Oklahoma State University Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~204 students need off-campus housing
💻 Learning Mode
In-Person33%
Hybrid (Some Online)41%
Fully Online26%
📊 Age Distribution
18-24 (Traditional)75%
25-64 (Adult)15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at Northwestern Oklahoma State University?
Northwestern Oklahoma State University has an acceptance rate of 66%.
This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Northwestern Oklahoma State University?
Tuition at Northwestern Oklahoma State University is
$5,448 for in-state students
and $11,142 for out-of-state students
.
However, the average net price after financial aid is $12,067.
What is the graduation rate at Northwestern Oklahoma State University?
The graduation rate at Northwestern Oklahoma State University is 35%.
This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Northwestern Oklahoma State University a good school?
Northwestern Oklahoma State University has a Repit College Score of 54/100 (Grade: C+).
Our rating evaluates five key factors:
Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (C+): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Northwestern Oklahoma State University?
Northwestern Oklahoma State University has a total enrollment of 1,929 students.
Most students (75%) are traditional college-age (18-24).
Is there rental demand near Northwestern Oklahoma State University?
Yes! Approximately 11% of students at Northwestern Oklahoma State University live off-campus (not with family).
That's roughly 204 students who need rental housing near campus.
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