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Northeastern State University (NSU) · Tahlequah, Oklahoma · Public university

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Somewhat Recognized
NCAA IIMid-America Intercollegiate Athletic Association
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Acceptance rate100%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate35%finish within six years
Undergraduates6,751Medium (2,000-10,000)
Student-to-faculty16 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Northeastern State University Football coaches

Coaches at Northeastern State University who recruit Men's Football, head coach first.

Darrin ChiaveriniHead Coach - Offensive Coordinator
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Noah SutherlandAssociate Head Coach - Offensive Line Coach - Run Game Coordinator
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Jeremy AtwellAssistant Head Coach - Defensive Coordinator - Linebackers
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Athletics

The program

Where Northeastern State University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division II
Conference
Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletic Association
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
goriverhawksgo.com
Academics

How you compare

The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.

SATMiddle 50%: 866–1136
ACTMiddle 50%: 18–23

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Popular majors

AccountingAmerican Indian/Native American StudiesArt Teacher EducationArt/Art Studies, GeneralAudiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/PathologistBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, General
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
16 : 1
Graduation rate
35% in six years
Costs

What it costs

Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.

In-state tuitionFor Oklahoma residents$6,920
Out-of-state tuition$16,400
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$12,410
Campus

Where it is

Northeastern State University in Tahlequah.

Location
Tahlequah, Oklahoma
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Central
Website
nsuok.edu
Overview

About Northeastern State University Football

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Darrin Chiaverini, the Head Coach - Offensive Coordinator, leads the Northeastern State University Football staff of 16 coaches, verified September 2026. Northeastern State University (NSU) competes in NCAA Division II Football as a member of the Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletic Association. Northeastern State University is a public school in Tahlequah, Oklahoma with 6,751 undergraduates, a 100% acceptance rate and an average net price of $12,410 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Northeastern State University Football

What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.

  1. Find the right coachEmail Darrin Chiaverini, the Head Coach - Offensive Coordinator and Noah Sutherland, the Associate Head Coach - Offensive Line Coach - Run Game Coordinator. Northeastern State University has 16 coaches for Football, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your position, height and weight, 40-yard dash and key stats in the subject line and first sentences. Division II coaches look for athletes who can contribute early, and often split partial scholarships across a roster.
  3. Send your videoInclude a Hudl highlight video with your best plays first, with the link near the top so Darrin can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Northeastern State University typically score 866–1136 on the SAT and 18–23 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Northeastern State University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
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Questions

Northeastern State University Football FAQ

Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.

Is Northeastern State University D2?

Yes. Northeastern State University competes in NCAA Division II Football, in the Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletic Association.

Is Northeastern State University public or private?

Northeastern State University is a public school in Tahlequah, Oklahoma.

What conference is Northeastern State University Football in?

The Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletic Association.

Does Northeastern State University offer athletic scholarships for Football?

Northeastern State University competes in NCAA Division II, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.

How many coaches does Northeastern State University Football have?

16 coaches, led by Darrin Chiaverini, the Head Coach - Offensive Coordinator.

How much does Northeastern State University cost?

In-state tuition is $6,920 and out-of-state tuition is $16,400 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $12,410.

What is the Northeastern State University acceptance rate?

100% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Northeastern State University?

Admitted students typically score 866–1136 on the SAT and 18–23 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Northeastern State University Football coaches?

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Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.

Coaching staff verified September 2026