Back in 1846, Northeastern State University was founded as the Cherokee National Female Seminary. This historic link to the Cherokee Nation and Indian Territory make Northeastern the oldest institution of higher learning in Oklahoma. The original Seminary was built in Park Hill south of Tahlequah and destroyed by fire on Easter Sunday 1887.
Northeastern State University shapes the future of its region as the educational partner of choice, setting a standard of excellence by serving the intellectual, cultural, social and economic needs of the University’s diverse communities.
The Faculty Research Committee (FRC) seeks to contribute by:
The National Association of Colleges and Employers defines career readiness as the attainment and demonstration of requisite competencies that broadly prepare college graduates for a successful transition into the workplace.
Career Services prepares students by promoting skills employers need in the workplace, such as:
The Global Student Satisfaction Awards empower students across the globe to determine the best universities of 2019. By rating institutions on a scale from 1 to 5, on multiple studies-related questions, we found the top educators in the world.
Learn more about the Global Student Satisfaction AwardsWhether you become a student at Tahlequah, Muskogee or Broken Arrow, you’ll find a warm, welcoming community where you’ll build great relationships and learn in small groups from talented, experienced faculty.
Northeastern State University Libraries support the University's mission, vision, values, and strategic goals by anticipating library information, technology, and service needs through continuous assessment; by providing timely access to needed resources and by promoting effective selection and use of information by NSU's diverse communities in support of research, innovation, and learning.
The ITS department at Northeastern State University manages a vast network with over 6500 devices attached to the system.
Sick and wellness related appointments are available at the Student Health Center on the Tahlequah Campus and at the NEO Health clinic.
Whether you become a student at Tahlequah, Muskogee or Broken Arrow, you’ll find a warm, welcoming community where you’ll build great relationships and learn in small groups from talented, experienced faculty.
The Department of Intercollegiate Athletics is an integral part of Northeastern State University's overall educational mission and positively reflects the interests and values of the institution's students, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends. The Department fosters an environment that encourages degree completion, good citizenship, character, and personal growth to help support student-athletes who will become positive role models and productive members of society.
There are several types of organizations that you can be involved in as an NSU student on the Tahlequah and Broken Arrow campuses. With over 80 groups there is something for everyone’s interest. To find out more about our organizations contact the advisor or president. They will be able to tell you when the group meets and how to join.
Northeastern State University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
