Southeastern Oklahoma State University SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements
Southeastern Oklahoma State admits many applicants, but its clearest test-score payoff sits well above the typical enrolled range: an ACT 30+ can qualify you for the $3,500 Regional University Baccalaureate Scholarship. Since most score submitters use the ACT here, aim first for the 24+ range, then treat 30 as the merit-aid stretch target.
Data on this page is sourced from our college data partners and was last updated on July 9, 2026.
Southeastern Oklahoma State University facts and stats
Southeastern Oklahoma State University enrolls about 3,224 undergraduates in a small-town campus setting. Southeastern Oklahoma State has a 63% freshman retention rate and a 32% six-year graduation rate. The student-to-faculty ratio is 25:1. The university is test-required for admissions.
Durant, OK
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Key Southeastern Oklahoma State University application dates
Key dates
Regular Decision
August 1
Early Action
Not offered
Early Decision
Not offered
Priority Deadline
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Financial Aid Priority
December 1
Test dates
August 22, 2026
Registration deadline: August 7, 2026
September 12, 2026
Registration deadline: August 28, 2026
October 3, 2026
Registration deadline: September 18, 2026
September 19, 2026
Registration deadline: August 14, 2026
October 17, 2026
Registration deadline: September 11, 2026
December 12, 2026
Registration deadline: November 6, 2026
Because Southeastern Oklahoma State is test-required, take your first SAT or ACT by the spring of junior year. Use the summer before senior year and the fall for retakes, especially if you are aiming for the ACT 30+ Regional University Baccalaureate Scholarship. To have scores in by the December 1 financial aid priority deadline, treat the November SAT or October ACT as your last safe fall retake.
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What you'll actually pay
Southeastern Oklahoma State lists in-state tuition at $6,840 and out-of-state tuition at $16,050. About 50% of students receive aid, with an average merit award of $1,299. Submit the FAFSA by the December 1 priority deadline to be considered for financial aid.

As a public university, Southeastern Oklahoma State lists out-of-state tuition at $16,050, while in-state tuition is $6,840; room and board is $7,100. About 50% of students receive aid, with an average package of $12,408, which can substantially reduce the published price. The average merit award is $1,299. Students graduate with an average debt of $16,832.
Student life at Southeastern Oklahoma State University
14% of undergrads live on campus
Freshman housing: Guaranteed
Fraternities and sororities are active on campus. 4% of men join fraternities, and 4% of women join sororities.
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