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94%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
19:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
58FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$6,962Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
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Music Degree
The music program at Northeastern State University prepares students to become a performing musician, music educator, composer, theorist, musicologist, or a professional in another musical field. The program focuses on learning to play music as well as music history, theory, and composition. Program courses include: performance, music history and literature, composition, music theory, arts management, and conducting. Get more details below including other Oklahoma colleges that offer music degrees.
The Music program at Northeastern State University is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation for more than 26 years.
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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 Music Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. NSU offers a bachelor's degree program in music.
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 2 |
Female | 2 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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White | 4 |
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 Music program at Northeastern State University, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education
Description
Teach students in one or more subjects, such as English, mathematics, or social studies at the secondary level in public or private schools. May be designated according to subject matter specialty.
Singers
Description
Sing songs on stage, radio, television, or motion pictures.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, singers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 3.5% from 2014 to 2024
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
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