Northwestern Oklahoma State University

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Northwestern Oklahoma State Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of Northwestern Oklahoma State's admissions stats.

Northwestern Oklahoma State 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.4
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	13%
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional and are considered
Applicants Who Submit SATs	61%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	19%
Waitlist	No

Northwestern Oklahoma State University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Northwestern Oklahoma State University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	––	––
Early Decision II	––	––	––
Early Action	No	––	––

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Applying Early to Northwestern Oklahoma State?

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Northwestern Oklahoma State does not offer early decision or early action.

➡️ See a list of some competetive colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on Northwestern Oklahoma State University Admissions

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How Challenging Is It To Get Admitted to Northwestern Oklahoma State?

It is moderately difficult to get into Northwestern Oklahoma State. Northwestern Oklahoma State evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2021, Northwestern Oklahoma State **accepted .

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like Northwestern Oklahoma State, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT.

Transferring to Northwestern Oklahoma State University

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to Northwestern Oklahoma State

Northwestern Oklahoma State has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does Northwestern Oklahoma State Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are they consider most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that put the most emphasis on the admissions factors where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at Northwestern Oklahoma State

What does Northwestern Oklahoma State consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Important
Class Rank	Important
Standardized Test Scores	Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Geographical Residence	Considered
Application Essay	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered

Make sure to check with Northwestern Oklahoma State for more information on admission factors.

Northwestern Oklahoma State Application Requirements

To apply to Northwestern Oklahoma State, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with Northwestern Oklahoma State's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement			√
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)			2.7
Letter(s) of Recommendation			3
Transcript of High School Record	√

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Northwestern Oklahoma State?

Students admitted to Northwestern Oklahoma State have an average unweighted GPA of 3.4.

Out of all students that were admitted, 92% submitted a class rank. At Northwestern Oklahoma State 13% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 32% were in the top 25% and 63% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Northwestern Oklahoma State University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	6%
3.75 and 3.99	25%
3.50 and 3.74	17%
3.25 and 3.49	23%
3.00 and 3.24	11%
2.50 and 2.9	13%
2.00 and 2.49	3%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Northwestern Oklahoma State directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Northwestern Oklahoma State considers standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

Northwestern Oklahoma State does not have a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2021, 61% of Northwestern Oklahoma State's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 19% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Northwestern Oklahoma State?

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Northwestern Oklahoma State students scored 530 or higher and 75% of students scored 430 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Northwestern Oklahoma State students scored 570 or higher, and 75% scored a 430 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for Northwestern Oklahoma State?

To be most competitive at Northwestern Oklahoma State, you should strive to earn between 17 and 22 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 22 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Northwestern Oklahoma State's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 22, and three out of four students scored lower than 22 on the ACT.

A 17 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Northwestern Oklahoma State students. Only one out of every four students scored below 17.

Want To Bring Up Your ACT Score? Access ACT practice tests and study tips and see upcoming ACT test dates.

More Information on Transferring to Northwestern Oklahoma State University

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Northwestern Oklahoma State. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in Northwestern Oklahoma State during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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Northwestern Oklahoma State Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Northwestern Oklahoma State?

❌ Students who are admitted to Northwestern Oklahoma State must attend in the term they start. Deferring admissions is not encouraged. If you have a unusual circumstance, contact the admissions department.

Does Northwestern Oklahoma State accept transfer credits?

✅ Northwestern Oklahoma State accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Northwestern Oklahoma State accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does Northwestern Oklahoma State accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Northwestern Oklahoma State accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Northwestern Oklahoma State?

✅ Northwestern Oklahoma State is not test optional. You must submit test scores as part of the application.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Northwestern Oklahoma State?

❌ Northwestern Oklahoma State does not offer early decision.

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