Founded in 1897, Northwestern Oklahoma State University. is a Public college. Located in Oklahoma, which is a city setting in Oklahoma, the campus itself is Town. The campus is home to 1,999 full time undergraduate students, and 219 full time graduate students.
The Northwestern Oklahoma State University Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 16:1. There are 88 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Northwestern Oklahoma State University include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.
Quick Facts
Acceptance Rate
43%
Application Deadline
Application Fee
15
SAT Range
ACT Range
18-23
Admissions at NWOSU are considered More Selective, with ,5% of all applicants being admitted.
In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 39 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.
0% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 0% were in the top quarter, and 0% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.
STUDENT LIFE Reviews
We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at Northwestern Oklahoma State University.
9%
“We”re apathetic”
45%
“We know about current events and vote”
45%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
8%
“Sometimes, but not often”
67%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
25%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
25%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
75%
“I feel extremely safe”
25%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
17%
“We bought the gear”
58%
“We live for the big game”
0%
“It”s not really our thing”
18%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
55%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
27%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
18%
“They keep regular office hours”
82%
“They”re always available”
18%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
64%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
18%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
0%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
50%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
40%
“We only party on weekends”
10%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
27%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
64%
“There might be people who do”
9%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
9%
“We”re apathetic”
45%
“We know about current events and vote”
45%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
8%
“Sometimes, but not often”
67%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
25%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
25%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
75%
“I feel extremely safe”
25%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
17%
“We bought the gear”
58%
“We live for the big game”
0%
“It”s not really our thing”
18%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
55%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
27%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
18%
“They keep regular office hours”
82%
“They”re always available”
18%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
64%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
18%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
22 Students rated on-campus housing 3.4 stars. 5 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate off-campus housing?
21 Students rated off-campus housing 2.8 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate campus food?
23 Students rated campus food 3.1 stars. 17 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate campus facilities?
25 Students rated campus facilities 3.8 stars. 24 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate class size?
25 Students rated class size 4.5 stars. 60 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate school activities?
25 Students rated school activities 3.6 stars. 20 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate local services?
24 Students rated local services 4 stars. 33 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate academics?
25 Students rated academics 4.2 stars. 40 % gave the school a 5.0.
Northwestern Oklahoma State University REVIEWS
What's your overall opinion of Northwestern Oklahoma State University?
16 Students rated Northwestern Oklahoma State University
Susannah
08/11/2021
It is a very academically challenging small school. The professors I have personally had classes with and have had interactions with have all been supportive and valuable resources. As an adult student finishing my education later in life, I have not only felt very welcome on campus and by my peers but also felt very supported and encouraged by the faculty and staff.
Esther
06/27/2020
It is a welcoming school with a ton of opportunities in all sorts of majors and minors.
The staff are incredibly helpful and welcoming to all people.
There is always a police officer on campus, it helps to make it feel safe.
Housing is pretty good too. There are washing machines and dryers on each floor. There are also TVs, games, and microwaves in the common area on each floor.
Anna
12/13/2019
It is a great school with a loving feel. Everyone is extremely kind and would take the time to get to know you. Although there are not very many shopping places or anything like that, they still offer great learning experiences and a safe environment.
Samantha
11/13/2019
This seems like a great school. My brother is a current student, and has never had anything bad to say about his college life. I toured many other colleges, and I am planning to attend here this coming fall. I am greatly looking foward to being a future ranger.
moises
08/03/2019
Northwestern is a small school located in a northwestern Oklahoma. the people re genuine and it's a quite place to have fun yet still be able to focus on your studies. I would say it is a break from the big city of Oklahoma City. I would say about 75 percent of the people I have talked to they are enjoying their time at this college
Mikaela
04/05/2019
Northwestern is a good school, the teachers take time to help as long as you do and most of the people are very friendly. We have a tremendous amount on communal support. The main downside is that Alva is a pretty small town so there isn't a whole lot to do.
Mikayla
01/22/2019
Northwestern Oklahoma State University is an amazing school. Whether you are into sports, art, theater, or academics there is a place on campus for you. Academically I have had a very positive experience with my professors so far. If you are ever having trouble with the content they are very willing to help. At other schools, I have come across professors who are hostile and make you feel dumb if you ask for help but that is never the case here. The class sizes are another great aspect of Northwestern. Even in my general education classes, the student to teacher ration is relatively small. The teachers work hard to make a connection with every one of their students starting with knowing every one of their students names. This is something that is not offered at other universities. Northwestern is also known for having a great nursing and education department. Other than academics, Northwestern offers a great variety of extracurricular activities. They offer everything from clubs to fine arts and even intramural sports. Although it is a smaller school, there is such a wide variety of activities.
Another great aspect of Northwestern are the dorms. In Fryer Hall, one of the many dorms, there are Jack and Jill style bathrooms so each student only has to share the bathroom with 3 other people. This relieves the stress of the infamous shower shoes, shower catty, or even forgetting a towel! Plus the university provides for laundry so all you have to bring is your own soap.
Northwester is a great school with many amazing attributes. If someone is looking for a great school academically, for sports, or clubs that is located in a great town, Northwestern is the place for them.
Nylyssa
01/04/2019
I am a second generation Northwestern Oklahoma State University kid. I have always wanted to go to Northwestern and i will in the fall of 2019. I love the school atmosphere and how everybody gets along so great! There is not a kid i see that feels left out because there is something for everyone whether it be band, choir, sports, or Greek life. There is something for everyone.
Brayden
07/27/2018
It's a great and affordable school. The teachers are amazing to work with and are always available for help and guidance. The campus is big but not overtly large. Everything is in walking distance. There is a large assortment of food available for students. The school never runs out of extracurricular activities for student to expand their education and to make new friends. I am quite satisfied with my college discussion.
Enoch
05/19/2018
Of all the countless colleges in the United States, I did choose to come here mainly because of the class sizes and location. Class sizes are small and the professors usually available most of the time. Although at times they may have a busy schedule, they would still find time to attend to a student's needs. As for location, this school is in safe society. So far I have not encounter any lethal societal threats that would make me move from this community.
Daphne
05/13/2018
My first day was Ranger Preview and immediately it felt like home, Even my mom can tell you it felt right to be here. Everyone is extremely friendly! And trust me, that's a lot coming from an anti-social person like me. During ranger preview I ended up signing up for some many different clubs, they even had an anime club!
Kathryn
02/21/2018
I am extremely impressed and can’t wait to attend in the fall. I have always looked forward to this school and I honestly can’t wait to become a ranger and start working towards my degree in Psychology. I hear this college has the best psych program over any other college! I’m truly happy I got accepted and couldn’t wait to join such friendly teachers and staff in my pursuit of knowledge!
Kayla
02/18/2018
I love being at NWOSU. It didn't take me very long to decided that this was the college I wanted to attend. I went to high school in an area that was very big on sports and cared more about that than getting an education. Northwestern is the exact opposite. They are very student oriented in almost every way and while sports are definitely in play, education, grades, and going to class always come first.
Rebecka
07/31/2017
It is a really great school with super helpful staff who are very friendly. It is a small campus and great to start out on to help you get out on your own. I love this school and all the opportunities it has to offer there students and honestly one of the most friendly colleges in Oklahoma!
Krista
12/02/2016
I am pleased with the interaction between professor and student. The class size ensure that I can achieve optimal learning. Alva is a small, rural community so the night life is a little slow. However, it is within easy driving distance of plenty of activity.
The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Northwestern Oklahoma State University is 43%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020, _____ students were offered admission.
What should every freshman at your school know before they start?
Choose what is most comfortable to you. If you enjoy being close to home choose a college that you can commute back and forth to easily. I moved an hour and a half away my first year and I had a blast but I didn't realize how much I missed my family until I was gone. I decided to move twenty minutes away and I lke it a lot more plus all af the students here are country kids jsut like me. Live in the dorms atleast one year, it's so easy to meet people that way it may take a few weeks but you'll get to know most of the people on your hall eventually. I wish I would have lived in the dorms when I moved last fall, I lived in the dorms as a freshman but when I transfered schools I got my own place. It is a lot harder to meet and stay in touch with people when you don't run into them every other day.
All of my classmates have been absolutely amazing! In every class I have been in, there are always people that want to help each other. I have had study groups in nearly every class, and I have made some great friends. I started college not knowing a single soul in the school, and now I have many friends that I spend non-school time with also!
What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?
Alcohol is the worst thing about Northwestern. I absolutely love my school, however alcohol tends to be how most people bond with each other. It is a very big part of the social life in Alva which makes it difficult for those of us who do not drink to get involved with the social activites. It is isn't forced but it is considered "the norm." I have not been hounded to drink or felt pressured to drink by others, they respect my decision and it is nice being able to hang out and give rides.
What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?
Before I came to this school, I wished I would have known how great the school is. It is such a small school, like a family, yet has the resources of a larger school. As a returning student, I wish I knew this before I started because I might have started sooner!
Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!
Bottom line, If you hate meeting new people, loved your high school or your like me and needed to go to the cheapest four year school in the state then definitely consider Northwestern Oklahoma State.
The kind of person that should attend this school is the type of person that is not affraid to be themself. A Ranger, Northwestern's mascott, should be outgoing, but at the same time have good managent skills. Rangers need good management skills so they can keep up with both their social life and more importantly their academic life. People attending Northwestern should feel at ease about college, its really not as bad as one might think it is. Northwestern is a very easy going place for easy going people.
What are the most popular student activities/groups?
Social life is great for your first semester but because of the small population, you end up knowing everyone in the college by second semester. Again, I feel as though i have never left high school. Social cliques are largely at play. As for those who like to get out and go places like the mall or to a good night spot, good luck because there is only one night club and the nearest mall is an hour away.
Well northwestern is advertised as any other college or university only there advertisements fall way bellow expectations as far as fun an activities go. There isnt much to do around campus.
All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA.
Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.
89% of students attending Northwestern Oklahoma State University receive some sort of financial aid.
32% were awarded federal grants.42%received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.
