Broken Arrow Viewbook - Northeastern State University

BROKEN ARROW
www.Go2NSU.com
YOUR
SUCCESS.
OUR
MISSION.
Welcome to NSU
Northeastern State University is Oklahoma’s fourth-largest public
institution, with three campuses and online programming. As the
oldest institution of higher education in Oklahoma, we offer strong
academics focused on career readiness and the third-lowest tuition of any
university in the state.
With a wide variety of options, you can select from 36 exceptional
undergraduate and 17 graduate degree programs. We are also the proud
home of the Oklahoma College of Optometry, the only optometry school
in Oklahoma and one of 22 in the nation. The ultimate goal for our
students is success as we strive to exceed expectations from first contact to
graduation, career placement and beyond.
Most students know it the minute they step on campus. . .
It just feels right.
SMART CHOICE
SMART CHOICE
SMART CHOICE
SMART CHOICE
Smart Choice
Transfer from our partner colleges seamlessly thanks to our Smart Choice program. Identified
by the unique blended color logos, Smart Choice represents a commitment on the part of NSU
and participating two-year colleges to help students make a smooth transition from earning
an associate degree to attaining a four-year degree in the program of your choice. For more
information on transfering from a partner school visit the smart choice page.
Reverse Transfer
Finish your associate degree while completing your bachelor’s degree at NSUBA.
Contact Academic Advising at 918.449.6300 for more information.
NSU Broken Arrow At A Glance
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HISPANIC/LATIN AMERICAN
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25
16 %
31 - 35
BUSINESS &
TECHNOLOGY
COLLEGES
LIBERAL ARTS
DIVERSITY
57 %
AMERICAN INDIAN
4%
%
15
18 % 13 %
12%
% %
3 3
CAUCASIAN
EXTENDED LEARNING
26 - 30
EDUCATION
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80% UNDERGRAD
Students transfer to NSUBA from:
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CASC
Over 80,000 Hours
Of Volunteer Work
% 2
4 3
%
%
6 %
5
%
61 %
TRANSFER
SCHOOLS
%
10
9
275+ Organizations
Attend Up To 7
Career Fairs A Year
RSU
OSU/OU
%
8,251 Students
On Three
Campuses & Online
47% PART TIME
FULL TIME 53%
OUT-OF-STATE
4th Largest
University
In Oklahoma
68% WOMEN
GRAD 20%
CSC
#3 Lowest Tuition
In Oklahoma
%
AGE
%
4
%
30
2+ RACES
%
5
27
8%
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32 % 41 - 45
36 - 40
UNDECLARED
SCIENCE & HEALTH PROFESSIONS
#1 Four-Year
College Serving
American Indians
OTHER OKLAHOMA
TCC
18:1 Student To
Faculty Ratio
RiverHawks Pride & Student Life
NCAA Division II Athletics
Show your pride. Get “Rowdy” as you cheer for NSU’s 10
NCAA athletics teams:
»»Football
»»Baseball
»»Softball
»»Women’s Tennis
»»Men’s Basketball
»»Women’s Basketball
»»Men’s Soccer
»»Women’s Soccer
»»Men’s Golf
»»Women’s Golf
Join in on the fun in Tahlequah! As a RiverHawk, you will
receive free admission to regular season home games for
NSU’s 10 NCAA sports. For schedules and information visit
the RiverHawks athletics page.
Community Engagement
At Northeastern State University, community engagement opportunities bring
student organizations, student leaders and student volunteers together for a
common purpose. For more information visit the student activities page.
Movie on the Lawn
Grab a lawn chair. NSU invites the campus and community out for a family
friendly movie each August and April on the university lawn. Popcorn, candy and
drinks are also available for attendees at no cost, so grab a lawn chair or blanket
and bring your family for this free night out.
Fall Festival
Bring the family. Come celebrate fall at our annual family friendly event held
in October. NSUBA invites students and community members to decorate
pumpkins, participate in carnival-style games and enjoy a haunted hayride during
this festive evening.
RiverHawk Food Pantry
Give back. Established in spring 2014, the RiverHawk Food Pantry can assist
students in times of need. This donation-based program is a great way for students
to give back and support their RiverHawks family.
Student Success Workshops
Find resources. Student Success Workshops are designed to prepare you for
success in your journey at Northeastern, as well as after graduation. Topics include
leadership, academics, financial literacy and career success.
Community Volunteer Opportunities
Become well-rounded. Through community partnerships and days of
service, Broken Arrow’s Community Engagement Office provide students
with the opportunity to volunteer with multiple agencies. You can enjoy annual
participation in group service days, including The Big Event, 9/11 National Day of
Service and Remembrance and MLK Jr. Day of Service.
Welcome Week
Feel welcome. Start the semester off right with a week of
events ranging from a Vendor & Service Fair to a movie on the
lawn. Enjoy yourself as NSU gives you a week-long university
welcome with free food, goodies and fun.
Orientation
Learn about campus. A Transfer Orientation each fall and
spring gives you the tools to be successful at NSU. Meet fellow
students and faculty, learn about campus services, take a campus
tour, and discover opportunities to get involved in this engaging
half day orientation session.
Student Involvement
Get involved. Northeastern State University has a variety of
student organizations to complement student academic life.
Students are given the opportunity to develop professionally through numerous student organizations. The diversity
of organizations on our campus gives you the opportunity
to become involved in student life, expand your interests or develop new ones. For more information visit the
Greek Life page.
» American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE)
» Kappa Delta Pi
» Northeastern Association of Student Social Workers
(NASSW)
» Pre-Professional Health Club (PPHC)
Degree Programs
Find Your Passion.
College of
Business & Technology
Accounting
» Managerial
» Public
Business Administration
» Financial Planning
» General Business
» Global Sourcing
» Health Care Management
Management
» General
» Human Resource
Marketing
» General
» Digital Marketing
Spanish
Spanish Education
College of
Science & Health Professions
Applied Physics
Entrepreneurship
Supply Chain Management
Cell & Molecular Biology
Environmental, Health & Safety
Management
Technology
Chemistry
» Environmental Management
» Safety Management
Finance
College of Education
Early Childhood Education
Elementary Education
» Financial Management
» Financial Planning
Psychology
Health Care Administration
College of Liberal Arts
Hospitality & Tourism Management
Criminal Justice
Information Systems
Cyber Security
International Business
English
» Finance/Economics
» Information Systems
» Marketing
» Global Strategies
Special Education
English Education
Homeland Security
Legal Studies
Social Work
» Biochemistry
» Environmental
» Professional
Computer Science
» Interdisciplinary Cybersecurity
Integrative Biology
» Organismic
Mathematics
Mathematics Education
Medical Laboratory Science
Nursing (online R.N. to B.S.N. only)
Science Education
Minors
Accounting
Applied Linguistics
Biology
Business
Chemistry
Communications
Computer Science
» Interdisciplinary Cybersecurity
Criminal Justice
Cyber Security
Economics
College of
Extended Learning
» Criminal Justice
» Health Care Administration
» Organizational Leadership
» Online Programs & Courses
Graduate College
M.S., Accounting &
Financial Analysis
M.A., American Studies
M.B.A. Master of Business
Administration
English
P.M.B.A., Professional Master
of Business Administration
Entrepreneurship
M.S., Counseling
Environmental Management
M.S., Criminal Justice
Environmental, Health &
Safety Management
M.Ed., Early Childhood
Finance
Health Care Administration
M.S., Environmental, Health
& Safety Management
Homeland Security
M.S., Higher Education Leadership
Hospitality & Tourism
Management
M.S., Library Media &
Information Technology
Information Systems
M.Ed., Instructional Leadership
Legal Studies
M.Ed., Mathematics Education
Management
M.S., Natural Science
Marketing
M.Ed., Reading
Mathematics
M.Ed., School Administration
Pre-Health
M.Ed., Science Education
Psychology
M.Ed., Special Education, Autism
Spectrum Disorders
Safety Management
Social Welfare
Spanish
Technology
I was hired immediately after I graduated. It was a
really easy transition from NSU, straight into my
career field.
I’m working for Seminole Science Charter School
(FL), which is a tuition-free, public charter school
that specializes in STEM (Science, Technology,
Engineering, Mathematics) classes. Had it not
been for NSU robotics (Robotics Academy of
Critical Engagement or R.A.C.E.), there was no
way I could have competed for this position.
They interviewed people from all over the
United States and my experiences here
definitely gave me an edge over a lot
of candidates.
Savanna Atchison
NSU Alumna, STEM/Robotics Teacher
M.A., English
Please visit the nsu academics page
to see a complete listing of undergraduate and graduate programs
offered on NSU’s Tahlequah and
Muskogee campuses.
NSU-Muskogee is
excited to announce
the Physician Assistant
Studies Program
expecting its first
cohort of students in
June 2017.
Pre-Professional
Pre-Professional programming and
advisement are available for students
interested in pursuing professional
degrees in areas such as Medicine,
Law, Occupational Therapy
and Optometry.
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Last year,
Broken Arrow
students
saved over
$416,770
by renting
textbooks
through the
RiverHawk
Shoppe.
In 2015, NSU awarded almost $73 million of financial
assistance in the form of scholarships, grants, part-time
work, tuition waivers and education loans.
Apply for financial aid & scholarships.
Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
as soon as possible after Oct. 1. You can sign up for a personal I.D.
number at fsaid.ed.gov and apply online at fafsa.gov. Don’t be fooled by
websites that make you pay to fill out your FAFSA.
State grants will be awarded on a first come, first serve basis
starting Oct. 1 until funds are depleted.
NSU awards scholarships to incoming transfer students and graduate
students. The deadlines are as follows:
Current NSU Students: Feb. 1
Foundation Scholarhips: March 1
NSU awarded over $5 million in
scholarships last year!
2016-2017 Tuition & Fees
In-State
Oklahoma’s Promise:
Out-of-State
Tuition: $169.50 per hour
$5,085*
Tuition: $419.50 per hour $12,585*
Fees:
$37.40/per hour
$1,122*
Fees: Totals: $206.90/per hour
$6,207*
Totals: $456.90/per hour $13,707*
$37.40 per hour
$1,122*
Totals
Books & Supplies:
$1,260** Books & Supplies:
In-State per year: $7,467
*Based on 30 hours per year.
**Book cost based on yearly average.
Transfer Scholarships: April 1
Out-of-State per year:
$1,260**
$14,967
This state funding is calculated according to NSU’s tuition costs and
the student’s enrollment in any given semester. The awards are figured
based on a student’s cost of attendance and financial need. Oklahoma’s
Promise funding can be combined with other NSU scholarships.
Scholarships
Foundation Scholarships:
Tribal Heritage Scholarship:
Outside Scholarships:
These scholarships are privately
funded awards from NSU’s
Foundation. The money from these
awards can apply toward any charges
on a student’s account.
Deadline is March 1.
This scholarship provides in-state
tuition rates to full-time NSU students that are tribal citizens from a
federally recognized tribe.
Deadline is Aug. 1.
Money that comes from outside
NSU can be awarded in many
different ways. Each donor has
control over the way their money
is utilized, and NSU will apply the
funding accordingly.
Transfer Scholarships
Learn more about these scholarship opportunities online at the scholarships webpage.
Students are only eligible for one of the following scholarships, but can still stack them with their Oklahoma’s
Promise funding.
Transfer Student Scholarships for Oklahoma Residents—Deadline April 1:
Scholarship
GPA
Amount
Duration
Tulsa Achieves*
3.75-4.0
$2,000
2 years
3.5-3.74
$1,500
2 years
3.25-3.49
$1,000
1 year
Smart Choice**
3.5-4.0
$1,500
2 years
Smart Choice Part-Time**
3.5-4.0
$500
1 year
RiverHawk Transfer***
3.5-4.0
$1,000
1 year
*Students that are actively enrolled in the Tulsa
Achieves program and have earned 30 or more hours of
credit may be eligible for one of these awards based on
their academic credentials.
**Eligible students must be transferring from one of
***Oklahoma residents transferring to NSU from any
our five Smart Choice institutions and meet the acaother institution may be eligible for this award based on
demic criteria above. Award amount will be based on a their academic credentials.
student’s full- or part-time enrollment status.
Quad State Transfer Student Scholarship:
Quad States: Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri, Texas
residents may be eligible for special tuition waivers.
GPA
Percent Waived*
3.5-4.0
80%
3.0-3.49
60%
2.5-2.99
40%
Legacy**
100%
*Applies to non-resident tuition costs ($250 per hour).
**Legacy students are children or grandchildren of NSU graduates.
Dedicated to Student Success
88% of 2014-2015
grads are employed
or continuing education
Student Support Services
University Advising
Be successful. Find help and advice on
a variety of topics including goal setting,
study skills, academic and career planning. The advising staff are here to help
you navigate the path to graduation. Let
us guide you to the resources you need
in order to achieve your dreams. Visit the
nsu advising page for more information.
Attending medical school has always been a dream of mine;
therefore I knew that I needed to attend an undergraduate
program with quality professors and smaller class sizes.
NSU became a place where I could concentrate on my
courses and interact directly with my professors in order
to gain valuable knowledge that would set me apart from
students who attended other institutions. In addition,
their focus on research allowed me to gain experience
in some of the world’s trendiest topics such as cancer
research and molecular pharming.
Amine Barkat
Molecular Biology Major, Accepted to OSU Medical School
Academic Advising
See your advisor. All students receive
specialized advising in one of the four
colleges by academic advisors. Academic
advisors assist students with major
curriculum advice and enrollment, ensure
students meet graduation requirements,
assist with academic concerns and discuss
plans for post graduation. Your advisor
will be with you through graduation and
is there to help you map out your road
to success. Visit the nsu advising page for
more information.
Career Services
HawkReach Student Services
Move from college to career. From
figuring out a major and career to resumes,
mock interviews, and assistance with
finding internships and jobs, Career
Services is your one stop shop. Career
Services hosts a variety of events each year
including etiquette dinners, full- and parttime job fairs, career readiness workshops
led by employers and on-campus
interviews. This office also provides
students with free business cards. Visit the
career services page for more information.
Seek Council. Counseling services
are available free of charge to students facing a range of personal and
emotional challenges.
hawkreach@nsuok.edu
Veteran Services
Make a smooth transition. Let us help
you navigate through the educational
benefits and resources available to you and/
or your dependent. Our veteran-friendly
campus offers ease of transition from
military to civilian life. NSU is a Yellow
Ribbon School which benefits out of
state students. Visit the veteran sevices page
for more info.
Feel Safe. The Office of Violence
Prevention provides Victim Advocacy
services and education/resources related to
domestic violence, dating violence, sexual
assault and stalking.
Find Help. The Educational Access Center
provides classroom accommodations
for students with chronic illness, injury,
learning disabilities and more.
918.449.6300 | sdsba@nsuok.edu
Study Resources
Study Abroad
Continuing Education
Get focused. From the BA Library and one
24-hour computer lab, to study groups and free,
on-site and online tutoring services offered
through SmartThinking, there are a lot of services
available to students. Visit the NSU Libraries
website for more information.
Go global. Make your college experience global!
You can choose from a variety of our study abroad
programs at more than 300 member institutions
in 50 countries. In some cases, you’ll receive
the same tuition price as NSU, use your financial aid and apply for grants to cover your travel
expenses. Visit the international programs page for
more information.
Keep Learning. The Continuing Education
department offers engaging certificate programs, professional and workforce development,
Camp RiverHawks and Outdoor Adventure,
community and personal enrichment, NSU
Community Music Academy, exam preparation, youth programs and summer camps
and much more. For more information,
visit the continuing education page.
Broken Arrow’s Writing Center offers a
comfortable environment where students and
consultants can work together to discuss the
nature and presentation of ideas, providing
support to student writers from all disciplines
and with varying abilities. To make an
appointment, visit the writing center page.
Hawk’s Nest Cafe
Chill out. This recently remodeled venue is centrally
located in the Administration building. Enjoy
WiFi access and a place to study in between classes
with a cup of fresh-brewed Starbuck’s coffee. The
Hawk’s Nest offers a diverse menu with lunch and
dinner options.
RiverHawk Shoppe
Shop online or on-campus in NSU bookstores
located on Tahlequah and Broken Arrow
campuses. Buy or rent textbooks, backpacks and
academic supplies, including electronics, with
your NSU Talon Charge. You can also check
out the latest NSU merchandise online at the
RiverHawk Shoppe website.
Apply yourself from day one. You’re here for a reason—to get an
education, to better yourself, to give back to the community in
some way, shape or form.
I took a tour of NSU and automatically fell in love with it. I got
the letter 10 days later. It was the longest 10 days of my life.
Right then I went back to Tahlequah, signed up for my
classes and I started applying myself even harder, because I
knew this was a university and I really wanted to do it right
this time.
I’m on the honor roll—again. It’s amazing. A lot of people
probably have the same story that I have. It’s never too
late to go back. I’m 27 years old and I will graduate when I
am 29 or 30. At the end of the day, I am going to have that
piece of paper and I’m going to be where I want to be in life.
Nathan Mills
Nutrition & Dietetics Major, Fraternity Member, Transfer Student
Life in BA
Broken Arrow is the fourth
largest city in the state. This
bustling community prides
itself on quality schools, low
crime, strong businesses, with
restaurants, nightlife, shopping
and fun in the downtown
Rose District just minutes
from campus.
Regular attractions and festivals,
ensure that residents have a
variety of entertainment options.
Attractions include:
» Rose District
» Warren Theatre
» Ray Harrell Nature Park
» Bass Pro Shop
» Golf Courses
» Museums
» Rooster Days Festival
» Farmers Market
» Live Music
» Taste of Summer
» Broken Arrow Performing Arts Center
Photos provided by BA Chamber of Commerce
Steps to Enrollment for Transfer Students
Enrolling at NSU is easy with plenty of help from friendly professionals along the way.
We’re here to make your transition to NSU successful, not stressful.
NSU Transfer Requirements:
0-29 hours, 1.7 GPA, and satisfy all
freshman admission requirements
OR
30+ hours, 2.0 GPA
Students who do not meet this criteria
and have not been suspended from an
institution may be admitted as transfer
probation students based on a holistic
application review.
Apply for Admission
Complete the online admissions application and submit the $25 non-refundable
application fee. Application deadline spring 2017 is Dec. 1 and fall 2017 is Aug. 1.
Submit All Official Transcripts
Your application is not complete until all transcripts are received. Transcripts with
in-progress coursework are accepted.
Apply for Financial Aid
Financial aid cannot be awarded until after you are admitted. The FAFSA is available
Oct. 1. State grants will be awarded until funds are depleted after Oct. 1.
Apply for federal student aid at the FAFSA website.
Apply For Scholarships
Scholarship applications are due April 1. Scholarships can only be awarded after students are admitted. Foundation scholarship deadline is March 1, transfer scholarship
deadline is April 1. to apply for scholarships visit the NSU scholarships webpage
Schedule Your Advisement Appointment
Questions About Enrollment?
Contact:
studentaffairsba@nsuok.edu
P: 918.449.6300
F: 918.449.6190
The first step to enrolling at NSU after you’re admitted is meeting with your
University Advisor and your Academic Advisor. Call us to schedule at 918.449.6300.
Attend Orientation
Discover all of the resources NSU has to offer to ensure your success. This half day
program will acquaint you with campus, faculty, staff and other students.
Enjoy Week of Welcome Events
The first week of class is devoted to welcoming students back to campus each
semester. Enjoy family friendly programming and free food all week!
NSUBA Student Affairs
NSUBAStudents
@NSUBAStudents
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972: Northeastern State University
(NSU) does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national or ethnic origin,
religion, disability, age, veteran status, or sexual orientation in its programs and activities. These protections range to employment with and admission to NSU, as well as,
participants in university sponsored programs. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:
Joshua Rader
Coordinator of Student Rights and Responsibilities
Northeastern State University
918.444.2120 • raderj@nsuok.edu
Come Visit Us:
NSUBA Transfer Days. Schedule a tour today.
Visit our site for campus visit scheduling
(Optional advisement appointments are available after the tour upon request.)
Tours are available Monday through Friday, upon availability.
Join us for NSU at TCC Transfer Days!
Let us bring NSU to you. Learn more about financial aid,
scholarships, and our academic programs.
TCC Metro Campus - September 12
TCC Southeast Campus - September 14
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3100 E. New Orleans St.
Broken Arrow, OK 74014
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