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Northwestern Oklahoma State University vs Oklahoma State University-Main Campus

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
Northwestern Oklahoma State University
$5,970 vs $10,234
Easier to get into
Oklahoma State University-Main Campus
70.9% vs 66.4% acceptance

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

Northwestern Oklahoma State University
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Oklahoma State University-Main Campus
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Program typeBSNBSN
Formatin personin person
LocationAlva, OKStillwater, OK
Length48 months48 months
NCLEX pass rate100%
Acceptance rate66.4%70.9%BEST
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance exam
Total tuition$5,970 in / $11,664 outBEST$10,234 in / $25,754 out
In-state tuition$5,970BEST$10,234
Out-of-state tuition$11,664BEST$25,754
Clinical placement
AccreditationCCNESCORECARD_BASELINE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Northwestern Oklahoma State University or Oklahoma State University-Main Campus?

Northwestern Oklahoma State University is the more affordable option at roughly $5,970, compared to $10,234. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are Northwestern Oklahoma State University and Oklahoma State University-Main Campus 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 Northwestern Oklahoma State University and Oklahoma State University-Main Campus?

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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