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Northeastern State University vs Oklahoma City University

MSN 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
$5,552 vs $13,410
Easier to get into
Northeastern State University
99.2% vs 70.4% acceptance

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

Northeastern State University
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Oklahoma City University
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Program typeMSNMSN
Formatin personin person
LocationTahlequah, OKOklahoma City, OK
Length24 months24 months
NCLEX pass rate84.3%
Acceptance rate99.2%BEST70.4%
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance exam
Total tuition$5,552 in / $11,537 outBEST$13,410
In-state tuition$5,552BEST$13,410
Out-of-state tuition$11,537BEST$13,410
Clinical placement
AccreditationCCNESCORECARD_BASELINE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Northeastern State University or Oklahoma City University?

Northeastern State University is the more affordable option at roughly $5,552, compared to $13,410. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

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

Both are MSN 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 Northeastern State University and Oklahoma City 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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