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With locations in Tahlequah, Muskogee and Broken Arrow, NSU is Oklahoma’s immersive learning institution. Choose from in-person, blended or online learning options.

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Scholarships

NSU is committed to assisting students in applying and earning scholarships. Whether you are an incoming freshman or a continuing/returning student, NSU has a wide variety of scholarship options for students to choose from.

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Clubs and Organizations

From networking to leadership opportunities, NSU’s over 80 clubs and organizations allow our students to build lasting relationships while getting the full college experience.

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Homecoming

In 1924, NSU hosted its first-ever homecoming. One hundred years later, NSU and the Alumni Association invite you to return to NSU for the centennial celebration - Forever Green.

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Graduate College

Whether transitioning to graduate school or returning to higher education, NSU’s graduate college is your next step. Choose from over 25 master's degrees and several certificate programs.

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Academics/Curriculum instruction

Department of Curriculum and Instruction

The Department of Curriculum and Instruction at Northeastern State University prepares highly qualified teachers and educational researchers.

This department helps students understand and master the teaching, learning, curriculum and policies involved in the field of Education.

Programs

Early Childhood Program

  • Bachelor's: Early Childhood Education, B.S.Ed.
  • Master's: Early Childhood Education, M.Ed.

Elementary Education Program

  • Bachelor's: Elementary Education, B.S.Ed.

Reading Program

  • Master's: Reading, M.Ed.
  • Certificate: Reading Specialist Certificate

Special Education Program

  • Bachelor's: Special Education, B.S.Ed.
  • Minor: American Sign Language Studies Minor
  • Master's: Special Education - Autism Spectrum Disorders, M.Ed.
  • Graduate Certificate: Special Education

CONTACT US

curriculum.instruction@nsuok.edu

Phone: 918-444-3737

Tahlequah
Bagley Hall, Room 229
717 N. Grand Ave
Tahlequah, OK 74464

Broken Arrow
Education Building
3100 E. New Orleans St.
Broken Arrow, OK 74014

DEPARTMENT CHAIR

Dr. Tonya Garrett

Department Chair

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Discover a Rewarding Career in Education

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DO YOU WANT TO...

  • Impact Lives?
  • Create a better future for others?
  • Make a difference in your community?

Northeastern State University offers degree options in teacher education at both the baccalaureate and master's degree levels as well as degrees in wellness, fitness, and psychology.

The College of Education offers degrees on all three campuses:

  • Tahlequah
  • Muskogee
  • Broken Arrow

WHY NSU? BECAUSE WE...

  • Graduate more educators than any other college in the state
  • Prepare students to be career-ready through diverse and innovative internships
  • Give more personalized attention with smaller class sizes