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University of Central Oklahoma vs Northeastern State University

BSN programs compared — side-by-side on NCLEX pass rates, tuition, admissions, and format.

Updated Reviewed by NurseWay Editorial Team

At a glance

Lower tuition
Northeastern State University
$7,513 vs $8,522
Easier to get into
Northeastern State University
99.2% vs 81.8% acceptance

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

University of Central Oklahoma
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Northeastern State University
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Program typeBSNBSN
Formatin personin person
LocationEdmond, OKTahlequah, OK
Length48 months48 months
NCLEX pass rate95.7%
Acceptance rate81.8%99.2%BEST
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance exam
Total tuition$8,522 in / $19,409 out$7,513 in / $16,633 outBEST
In-state tuition$8,522$7,513BEST
Out-of-state tuition$19,409$16,633BEST
Clinical placement
AccreditationCCNECCNE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, University of Central Oklahoma or Northeastern State University?

Northeastern State University is the more affordable option at roughly $7,513, compared to $8,522. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are University of Central Oklahoma and Northeastern State University the same type of program?

Both are BSN programs, so they award the same credential. Compare them on NCLEX pass rate, tuition, length, and location to find the better fit.

How do I decide between University of Central Oklahoma and Northeastern State University?

Start by ruling out programs you can't get into (compare your GPA against each school's admissions stats), then weight what matters most — NCLEX pass rate for quality, total tuition for cost, length for time-to-degree, and format (online, hybrid, in-person) for lifestyle. Use NurseWay's free intake to get a personalized fit score for both.

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