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ACCEPTANCE RATE

99.61%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

94%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

19:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

58

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$6,962

Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid

Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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Early Childhood Education Degree

The early childcare program at Northeastern State University prepare students for a career as a daycare provider, social worker, camp counselor, recreation work, teacher assistant, or preschool teacher. The program focuses on teaching students ranging in age from infancy through eight years, depending on the school system or state regulations. Program courses include preparation to teach all relevant subject matter. Get more details below including other Oklahoma colleges that offer early childhood education degrees.

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Northeastern State University (NSU)

8820 East Pine Street, Tulsa, OK

Northeastern State University is a public institution located in Tahlequah, Oklahoma and provides a large number of degree programs for students. Over nine thousand students enroll at NSU per year.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Northeastern State University offers:

  • Education
  • Psychology
  • Security And Protective Services
  • Biological And Biomedical Sciences

Students applying for admission are asked to submit an application, school records, standardized test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the admissions committee. Most students admitted to NSU score in a range of 18 - 23 on the ACT. NSU has an acceptance rate of around 54% of which only 69% chose to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found at offices.nsuok.edu.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is different for in-state and nonresidents. In-state residents pay approximately $5,100 and nonresidents pay $12,000 for the year. Student housing is available for students, which costs around $2,600 for the year. Students attending Northeastern State University may qualify for aid which is typically scholarships, grants, and loans.

The Northeastern State University "RiverHawks" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NCAA. Available sports offered may include the following:

  • Baseball (NCAA Division II)
  • Basketball (NCAA Division II)
  • Football (NCAA Division II)
  • Golf (NCAA Division II)

For a complete list of areas of study, programs, enrollment information, student services, and more, please visit the school's website at http://www.nsuok.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Early Childhood Education Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Northeastern State University has offered the following program levels for students:

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

 Graduates
Bachelor's Degree39
Master's Degree6

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male2
Female43

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
American Indian7
Asian2
Black2
White26
Multiple Races8

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Students who have completed the Early Childhood Education program at Northeastern State University, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:

Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education

Description

Instruct preschool-aged children in activities designed to promote social, physical, and intellectual growth needed for primary school in preschool, day care center, or other child development facility. May be required to hold State certification.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, preschool teachers, except special education employment is expected to grow at a rate of 6.7% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

  • Tulsa, OK
    • Total Employment: 1
    • Average Hourly Rate: $16.46
    • Average Annual Salary: $34240

Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education

Description

Teach elemental natural and social science, personal hygiene, music, art, and literature to kindergarten students. Promote physical, mental, and social development. May be required to hold State certification.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, kindergarten teachers, except special education employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.9% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

  • Tulsa, OK
    • Total Employment: 640
    • Average Annual Salary: $48100

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

Admission Requirements & Details

The admission details below may give an overview of the students Northeastern State University accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • Life Experience Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and alumni, Northeastern State University may provide student services like those listed below:

  • Distance learning
  • Weekend and night classes available
  • Remedial instructional courses
  • Career path counseling
  • Employing students to lower education costs
  • Helping students find work after graduation

Intercollegiate Athletics

NSU is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division II with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball (Mid-America Intercollegiate Ath Assoc)
  • Basketball (Mid-America Intercollegiate Ath Assoc)
  • Football (Mid-America Intercollegiate Ath Assoc)
  • Golf
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Tennis