C+
Above Average
Score: 54/100
Overall (traditional)
D
Outcome Rating
38/100 · earnings-weighted

Southeastern Oklahoma State University

4-Year Public
📍 Durant, Oklahoma 74701
Southeastern Oklahoma State University campus, Durant, OK
Southeastern Oklahoma State University campus, Durant, OK. Photo: Kerwin Moore, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
Outcomes
C+
58/100
Affordability
B
71/100
Resources
C
46/100
Experience
B
68/100
Prestige
D
31/100

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

5,794
Total Enrollment
33%
Graduation Rate
71%
Retention Rate
22.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
80%
Acceptance Rate
$8,064
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Southeastern Oklahoma State University ▼

10% 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.

Avg Home Value
$225,327
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,531
1-Year Change
+0.4%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Southeastern Oklahoma State University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$45,079
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$40,734
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$17,000
Median debt at graduation
31.5%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,087
Average SAT
20
Median ACT
41.6%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 38% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 31st 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 Southeastern 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.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Computer and Information Sciences$55,922$95,825+4%#143 of 459#81—
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians—$81,849+1%#3 of 7#3—
Quality Control and Safety Technologies/Technicians$51,356$66,785-23%#18 of 19#18$22,000
Accounting and Related Services$44,992$61,000-20%#696 of 796#563—
Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods$44,959$53,029-38%#125 of 126#121$18,723
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities$38,899$52,418-1%#244 of 476#115$15,409
Criminal Justice and Corrections$34,958$51,523-7%#451 of 660#229$15,250
Business Administration, Management and Operations$34,947$49,672-27%#1096 of 1176#989—
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas—$49,466-4%#206 of 345#102—
Marketing—$46,290-33%#506 of 516#494—
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods$42,194$46,166-3%#423 of 680#241$17,991
Biology—$45,800-20%#775 of 841#673—
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services$32,997$39,544-19%#161 of 172#140$16,045
Psychology$32,324$35,428-30%#1020 of 1027#1000—

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 Southeastern Oklahoma State University Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $225,327
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,531/mo — vs ~$330/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 74701 (5.3% cap, Durant)

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🏆 Where Southeastern Oklahoma State University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥈
American Indian/Native American Studies
of 3 schools
#4
Occupational Safety and Health Technology/Technician
of 17 schools
#19
Child Care Provider/Assistant
of 100 schools
#21
Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General
of 38 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $6,600 $15,810
Room $2,970
Board $3,760
Total Cost (On-Campus) $19,376 $28,586

Financial Aid

95%
Receive Any Aid
46%
Receive Pell Grants
30%
Take Out Loans
$8,064
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$6,043
$30,001 - $48,000$5,189
$48,001 - $75,000$7,686
$75,001 - $110,000$9,962

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Business Administration and Management, General 370 grads/yr Educational Leadership and Administration, General 235 grads/yr Curriculum and Instruction 202 grads/yr Sport and Fitness Administration/Management 178 grads/yr Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services 178 grads/yr General Studies 115 grads/yr Special Education and Teaching, General 95 grads/yr Child Care Provider/Assistant 91 grads/yr Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General 78 grads/yr Occupational Safety and Health Technology/Technician 71 grads/yr Management Science 35 grads/yr Exercise Science and Kinesiology 28 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 25 grads/yr American Indian/Native American Studies 25 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 21 grads/yr Accounting 19 grads/yr Psychology, General 19 grads/yr Counseling Psychology 15 grads/yr Speech Communication and Rhetoric 14 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 13 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Southeastern Oklahoma State University's top programs commonly pursue.

Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Training and development managers
$127k/yr 46,400 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs
Administrative services managers
$108k/yr 271,200 jobs

Student Demographics

5,794
Total Students
61%
Women
60%
Traditional Age (18-24)
10%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 54%
Hispanic 9%
Black 7%
Asian 2%
Two or More 16%
Non-Resident 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 68%
Off-Campus (Renters) 10%
With Family 22%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~579 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 13%
Hybrid (Some Online) 24%
Fully Online 63%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 60%
25-64 (Adult) 35%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Southeastern Oklahoma State University?
Southeastern Oklahoma State University has an acceptance rate of 80%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Southeastern Oklahoma State University?
Tuition at Southeastern Oklahoma State University is $6,600 for in-state students and $15,810 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $8,064.
What is the graduation rate at Southeastern Oklahoma State University?
The graduation rate at Southeastern Oklahoma State University is 33%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Southeastern Oklahoma State University a good school?
Southeastern 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 (B): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Southeastern Oklahoma State University?
Southeastern Oklahoma State University has a total enrollment of 5,794 students.
Is there rental demand near Southeastern Oklahoma State University?
Yes! Approximately 10% of students at Southeastern Oklahoma State University live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 579 students who need rental housing near campus.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology