Northwestern Oklahoma State University
NWOSU
Alva, Oklahoma 73717-2799
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for business — close-knit campus
Northwestern Oklahoma State University is a public institution in Alva with particular strength in business and health sciences. With an average SAT of 1015, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A small campus of 1.5K undergraduates with a 16:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.
35% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $44,358 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $11,366.
More About This School
History & Fun Facts
- •History In 1897, a normal school, or school for teachers, was established in Alva by an act of the Oklahoma Territorial Legislature.
- •The new school's faculty consisted of the school's first president, James E.
- •Classes were held in the Congregational Church until construction of the first building, the "Castle on the Hill", was complete on September 20, 1897.
- •The "Castle on the Hill", 1901 In 1902 biology department head, Professor G.
Source: Wikipedia
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Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1015
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Typical Application Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
60.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
-2.7%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$11,000
Programs (59)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
65%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
9
Peer Average
13
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus security, emergency notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from OK state average