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  • September 25, 2026
  • Sean Doherty

High School Seniors Invited to Northwestern's Ranger Preview Oct. 31; $600 Scholarship to Northwestern Given Just for Attending

Three Northwestern Oklahoma State University Scholar Ambassadors in red Northwestern T-shirts hold open the glass doors of Percefull Fieldhouse on a sunny Ranger Preview day. A sign on the white exterior wall reads "Percefull Fieldhouse," and red and black balloons are visible inside.
Northwestern Scholar Ambassadors Alaina Pierce, Anniston Henning and Pete Gwinn hold open the doors of Percefull Fieldhouse during Ranger Preview last year. Ranger Preview is set for Oct. 31 this year, and registration is open. (File photo)

ALVA, Okla. — Northwestern Oklahoma State University invites high school seniors to explore campus life, learn more about the university and earn a $600 scholarship all by attending Ranger Preview on Saturday, Oct. 31, on the Alva campus.

Check-in will begin at 10 a.m. in Percefull Fieldhouse.

Ranger Preview Event Details

  • Who: High school seniors
  • Date: Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026
  • Check-in: 10 a.m.
  • Location: Percefull Fieldhouse, Northwestern Oklahoma State University, Alva, Oklahoma
  • Scholarship: $600 for qualifying high school seniors
  • Football: Northwestern vs. Ouachita Baptist University, 1 p.m. (tickets included for attendees)
  • Registration: Pre-registration encouraged; walk-ins welcome

What High School Seniors Will Do at Ranger Preview

Ranger Preview gives prospective students an inside look at life as a Ranger. Students will:

  • Meet with faculty, staff and student organizations
  • Talk about college life with current students
  • Complete a free application for admission
  • Submit the scholarship application form
  • Tour the campus and dormitories

Those attending will also receive a free Northwestern T-shirt, free lunch in the Coronado Cafeteria and tickets to the Northwestern football game vs. Ouachita Baptist University at 1 p.m.

How to Qualify for the $600 Northwestern Scholarship

High school seniors will receive the $600 scholarship if they:

  • Attend Ranger Preview
  • Are admitted to Northwestern as full-time students
  • Attend classes at the Alva campus

Attendance is required to qualify. Students who have school-related conflicts with the date of the event may contact the Office of Recruitment at 580-327-8546 or recruit@nwosu.edu.

How to Register for Ranger Preview

The Office of Recruitment encourages pre-registration. Students can register for Northwestern’s Ranger Preview online.

If a student does not have the opportunity to pre-register, walk-ins are welcome.

To register by phone or to get more information about Ranger Preview, contact the Office of Recruitment:

  • Phone: 580-327-8546
  • Email: recruit@nwosu.edu

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Email: sjdoherty@nwosu.edu
Phone: 580-327-8480

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