Northeastern State University: what international applicants need

What are Northeastern State University's application deadlines for 2026–27?

Northeastern State University has one application deadline for 2026–27: Regular Decision on July 25, 2027.

• Deadlines are usually 11:59 pm in your own time zone, unless the university says otherwise on its site.

What is Northeastern State University's acceptance rate?

99.6% for students who started in fall 2024: Northeastern State University admitted 1,720 of its 1,727 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does Northeastern State University require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

It depends. Northeastern State University requires SAT or ACT scores from some applicants or programs only for 2026–27, and its testing page says which.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.
• For the Regular Decision deadline (July 25, 2027), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is June 5, 2027: scores on June 21, 2027, registration by May 21, 2027 (late registration May 25, 2027).
• Official score reports can take a few more days to reach universities.

What SAT score do you need for Northeastern State University?

The middle half of first-year students who enrolled in fall 2024 and sent SAT scores had 428–543 in Math and 438–593 in Reading and Writing (4% of them sent SAT scores).

• On the ACT, the middle half had a composite of 18–23.
• If your score is above the middle of these ranges, it helps your application. At a test-optional university, a score below the lower number usually isn't worth sending.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release): 25th to 75th percentile of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores. Source

How much is Northeastern State University's application fee for international students?

Northeastern State University's application fee is $25 for international applicants, the same as for US applicants.

Does Northeastern State University accept the Common App fee waiver from international students?

Yes. Northeastern State University accepts the Common App fee waiver and doesn't limit it to US students.

• Your eligibility is confirmed through the Common App, usually with your counselor.

Which English tests does Northeastern State University accept?

Northeastern State University lists the TOEFL iBT and IELTS Academic as accepted English proficiency tests for 2026–27.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

Does Northeastern State University accept the Duolingo English Test?

The Duolingo English Test isn't among the English tests Northeastern State University lists for 2026–27 (TOEFL iBT and IELTS Academic). Check its international page before you register.

How many recommendation letters does Northeastern State University require?

Northeastern State University doesn't require recommendation letters on the Common App for 2026–27.

• Letters that aren't required can still be accepted: the university's site says whether it reads them.
• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does Northeastern State University require the Common App personal essay?

No. Northeastern State University doesn't require the Common App personal essay for 2026–27, though you can still send it: the Common App lets you submit it to any university.

How many international students does Northeastern State University have?

189 of Northeastern State University's 5,111 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 3.7%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does Northeastern State University cost for international students?

Northeastern State University is a public university: international students pay at least the out-of-state rate, $17,290 in published tuition and fees for 2024–25 (in-state students paid $7,810). Some public universities add an international fee. On-campus food and housing was $11,120. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $32,522 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source