Durant, Oklahoma -- Continuing a trend over the last decade, Southeastern Oklahoma State University has announced record enrollment and outstanding growth for the Fall 2024 semester.
An initial reported overall enrollment of 5,801 students for the Fall 2024 semester marks an increase for the fifth fall in the last six years. This is an increase of 3.6 percent from the Fall 2023 enrollment. This number includes the traditional Fall semester and Fall I in shorter class formats. The final total for Fall 2024 is expected to grow upon final enrollment of Fall II students in October.
Southeastern also reported an 8.2 percent increase in freshman enrollment, and a 15.26 percent increase in transfer enrollment from Fall 2023 to Fall 2024.
“We’re so pleased to start our 115th year at Southeastern with record student enrollment,” said Southeastern president Dr. Thomas W. Newsom. “Our admissions and recruitment teams have been hard at work to spread the news of what Southeastern has to offer all over our state, region, the nation, and the world.”
“Our legacy of quality education grows stronger every day as we meet the needs of our students. Our faculty and staff have continued to excel in their work for the benefit of our students as we prepare Southeastern graduates to meet the needs of their communities.”
About Southeastern
Founded in 1909, Southeastern Oklahoma State University provides an environment of academic excellence that enables students to reach their highest potential. By having personal access to excellent teaching, challenging academic programs, and extracurricular experiences, students will develop skills and habits that promote values for career preparation, responsible citizenship, and lifelong learning. Our over 5,800 students include 50% first-generation students and 28% students of Native American descent, with 82% receiving financial aid. Southeastern ranks amongst the most affordable schools in the region thanks to out-of-state tuition waivers and is proud of its exceptional affordable accredited MBA program, stellar aerospace and teacher education programs, and outstanding national ranking in graduating Native American students.
