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  • July 15, 2026
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Fall Enrollment for Northwestern Graduate Studies Open Until Aug. 25; Classes Begin Aug. 17

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Northwestern Oklahoma State University’s new Master of Business Administration program is completely online and can be completed in 12 months.

Northwestern Oklahoma State University is accepting enrollment for master’s degree programs for the Fall 2026 semester. Students can enroll through Aug. 25 at the Alva, Enid or Woodward campuses, or the University Center at Ponca City. Fall classes begin Aug. 17.

Master’s Degree Programs Available This Fall

Northwestern offers five master’s degree programs for Fall 2026:

  • Master of Arts in American Studies
  • Master of Business Administration (online program, with specializations in management and health care administration)
  • Master of Counseling Psychology
  • Master of Science in General Psychology
  • Master of Education, with options in adult education management and administration, educational leadership, reading specialist and school counseling

Certificate-Only Options

For those who already hold a master’s degree in education:

  • Educational leadership certificate
  • Reading specialist certificate
  • School counseling certificate

Additional certificate-only options:

  • Superintendent certificate
  • Trauma-informed certificate

Enrollment Deadline and Campus Locations

Enrollment closes Aug. 25. Fall classes begin Aug. 17. Students can complete coursework at the Alva, Enid or Woodward campuses, or the University Center at Ponca City.

How to Get More Information

  • Enrollment questions: Contact Dr. Melissa Brown, graduate studies enrollment and retention coordinator, at 580-327-8410 or mbrown@nwosu.edu.
  • General program questions: Contact Dr. Shawn Holliday, dean of graduate studies, research and accountability, at 580-327-8589 or spholliday@nwosu.edu.
  • Program details: Visit Northwestern’s Graduate Studies page for program and application details.
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Northwestern Oklahoma State University offers five master’s degree programs including a Master of Arts in American Studies.

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