School Details
Southeastern Oklahoma State University first opened its doors to students on June 14, 1909, as Southeastern State Normal School. The original purpose of Southeastern was the education of teachers for the public schools of Oklahoma. The college continued to expand until it became Southeastern Oklahoma University in 1974. Today SOSU provides access to excellent teaching and challenging academic programs as it tries to ensure students reach their highest potential.
SOSU offers bachelor’s and master’s degrees from the following schools:
- School of Arts and Sciences
- John Massey School of Business
- School of Education and Behavioral Sciences
- School of Graduate Studies
SOSU also offers several 100% online degrees at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. SOSU online degrees are available across many areas of study and emphasis. These online programs are designed to be affordable and are taught in a student-centered environment. Faculty and staff provide personal attention for all students.
Accreditation & Licensing
Southeastern Oklahoma State University is accredited by:
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
All Programs
Art & Liberal Arts
The online Bachelor of Science in Liberal & Applied Studies degree program is flexible, designed to be customized to fit your individual educational and career goals. The broad-based curriculum allows students to select courses related to a wide range of professional disciplines, including:
- Behavioral Sciences
- Fine Arts
- Communication
- Health & Wellness
…and more!
You can be an academic influencer specializing in English instructional practices with the Master of Education in Curriculum & Instruction / English from SOSU. This online curriculum and instruction master’s degree provides expertise in classroom rhetoric and literature.
Students learn the theoretical and practical foundations of creating innovative learning environments. Graduates find success in such roles as:
- English teacher
- Curriculum development specialist
- Instructional coordinator
- Program administrator
If your love of music strikes a chord within, you can prepare for roles in music administration and education with the Master of Education in Curriculum & Instruction / Music from SOSU. This online curriculum and instruction master’s degree explores the philosophy and history of music education.
Applicants do not need a teaching certificate, and there are no GRE requirements. Through the online curriculum and instruction graduate program, you learn current harmonic and formal theories, the importance of creating a personal philosophy, and understanding assessment strategies for music education curricula.
Graduates find success in such roles as:
- Music coordinator/teacher for K-12
- Fine arts administration
- Program administration
- Adult education music teacher
You can learn the art of teaching theater with the Master of Education in Curriculum & Instruction / Theatre Pedagogy from SOSU. This online curriculum and instruction master’s degree program focuses on methods to teach and work with theater students.
You will find highly qualified theater instructors sharing their expertise. Topics of study include:
- Theater production
- Acting theory
- Approaches to directing
- Classical theater
The online curriculum and instruction graduate program prepares you for exciting career opportunities. Graduates succeed in such roles as community theater workers, drama therapists, or theater arts curriculum supervisors.
Business
This online bachelor’s degree in Communication focuses specifically on Organizational and Strategic Communication. In this program, you will learn the importance of professional communication in any workplace.
Students gain confidence and critical thinking skills necessary to effectively and appropriately communicate to diverse audiences. The curriculum of this online Communications degree covers topics such as conflict management, leadership, negotiation, team problem-solving, persuasion, and influence. Graduates will be well equipped to analyze, interpret, and present all forms of communication.
Some of the potential careers for graduates include:
- Communications manager
- Human resource professional
- Marketing manager
- Advertising executive
- Public relations professional
With a Bachelor of Business Administration online degree focused on Accounting, you will open the door to career opportunities in nearly any setting and sector. Your financial insights and fundamental business knowledge will be valuable to a wide range of employers.
As a student, you will learn about income tax law and the accounting needs of both individuals and businesses. You will gain an understanding of topics involving liabilities, equity, pensions, earnings per share, revenue recognition, and more. Graduates will meet academic requirements for several accounting certifications, including Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) and Certified Internal Auditor (CIA).
Some of the career options you can pursue with this online Accounting degree include:
- Forensic analyst
- Financial analyst
- Financial advisor
- Actuary
- Cost estimator
With the General Business concentration of this Bachelor of Business Administration online degree, you will gain a broad base of knowledge and skills to succeed in any business setting. The curriculum is designed to prepare you for all fundamental areas of business management.
Coursework covers topics in accounting, economics, finance, marketing, international business law, management, and organizational behavior. You will gain key communication and critical thinking skills. Graduates will be able to plan, lead, and analyze business operations.
Career possibilities open to graduates of this program include:
- General manager
- Management analyst
- Customer service manager
- Small business owner
- Operations manager
- Management consultant
Prepare to manage multiple areas in the hospitality industry with an online Bachelor of Business Administration specializing in Hospitality Management. In this degree program, you will learn key insights that can be applied to careers in event planning, hotel and conference management, restaurants and food service, and business development.
Your courses help you develop your leadership and managerial skills. In this online Hospitality Management degree program, you will enhance your communication and problem-solving abilities to become an effective leader. Graduates will be able to identify and assess risks commonly encountered in hospitality businesses and combat them through appropriate management techniques.
Some of the topics covered in this program include:
- Hospitality human resource management
- Restaurant operations
- Hotel operations
- Native American gaming management
- Hospitality and tourism marketing
The Bachelor of Business Administration online degree with a concentration in Management prepares you with business skills applicable to any setting. By enhancing your skills in planning, organizing, and leading, you will be ready to take on management positions in any aspect of business.
This online Business Management degree program incorporates knowledge of human resources management, prepares you to face economic challenges, and ensures you understand the implications of globalization in the marketplace. You will strengthen your communication and decision making skills. Graduates can choose to pursue positions in business consulting, financial management, sales management, operations management, and more.
Within this concentration, you will study topics including:
- Small business management
- Management science
- Contemporary issues in management
- Entrepreneurship and new ventures
Learn how to engage with your target audience and increase customer response with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing online. You will learn a wide range of fundamental business skills alongside marketing principles that will develop your marketing expertise.
Students in this online Marketing degree will build the interpersonal, creative, and analytical skills needed in the marketing field. Courses cover topics such as understanding consumer behavior, identifying marketing segments, and analyzing and designing marketing strategies. Graduates will have the skill set required to make decisions regarding product, price, marketing communications, and distribution.
Career opportunities available to graduates of this program include:
- Advertising
- Brand management
- Communication
- Customer relations
- Digital and social media
- Marketing manager
Focus on the physical and mental health benefits of sports with a Bachelor of Science in Recreation Sports Management. This online degree program promotes exercise, good nutrition, and overall well-being in your community.
With this online sports management degree, you will gain important business and leadership skills while focusing on the world of recreational sports. Kinesiology coursework is combined with foundational business knowledge to prepare you for a career in managing recreational sports organizations. You will graduate with an understanding of the business side of sports, fitness, and recreation.
Some of the course topics covered in this program include:
- First aid and safety
- Camp counseling leadership and programming
- Officiating
- Introduction to sports law
- Contemporary issues in sport management
- Psychology of sport
The online MBA with a concentration in Accounting program is designed for students who want to advance their careers in business and accounting. Courses in this online Accounting degree offer the skills employers want and prepare students for leadership roles.
Accounting coursework focuses on auditing within a business environment and forensic accounting, including corporate fraud case studies. Core coursework offers a foundation for success in business and includes such areas as finance, accounting, marketing, economics, behavioral management, research, and data analysis.
This online MBA program offers an optional concentration in Aerospace Logistics. Coursework provides fundamental skills and vital experiences in aerospace marketing, program management, and practical applications of systems acquisitions strategy.
Studies focus on business in the aviation industry. In addition, students complete core MBA coursework in topics including finance, accounting, economics, behavioral management, research, and data analysis. Graduates are prepared for leadership roles with all of the necessary skills and competencies these roles require.
Learn how to analyze data to make informed business decisions with the online MBA in Data Analytics. Coursework enhances your basic business skills in a range of disciplines while allowing you to gain in-depth knowledge in data analysis.
The program emphasizes connectivity and real-world applications. You will learn how to facilitate interaction between suppliers, customers, investments, and operations of any company. This online business analytics degree also includes studies of finance, accounting, economics, behavioral management, and research.
Concentration classes explore topics such as:
- Predictive analytics and data visualization
- Data analysis and text mining
- Marketing analytics
- Analytics for supply chain logistics
The online MBA with a concentration in Entrepreneurship program is designed for students interested in building their own businesses from the ground up. Courses prepare students to not only build their business but to lead with confidence.
You will complete courses in topics including:
- Marketing
- Finance New Ventures
- Product Development
The curriculum of this online Entrepreneurship degree helps students learn the ins and outs of developing business plans, missions and visions, and how to handle exit strategies. Graduates complete core MBA coursework which helps them develop the necessary skills and competencies through applied business projects and a course covering all aspects of entrepreneurship.
This online MBA offers an optional concentration in Finance. This curriculum is designed to build on your financial knowledge so that you can succeed and advance in careers in the field.
In this online Finance degree program, students learn about specialized topics including security investments, international finance management, and an exploration of modern portfolio theory. This is a flexible, accelerated MBA program that allows students to complete the program in as little as 12 months.
Graduates are prepared for rewarding careers as:
- Chief Financial Officers
- Accountants
- Auditors
- Financial Managers
- Advisors
- Analysts
The online General Business MBA is the standard MBA for students who do not want to choose a specific area of emphasis. With this option, they can complete a variety of specialty courses instead of focusing on one area.
In this Master of Business Administration online degree program, students will take core courses that include fundamentals in finance, accounting, economics, behavioral management, research, and data analysis. They learn how to step into a variety of leadership roles in the corporate workforce. Graduates develop skills and competencies through applied business projects and a course covering all aspects of entrepreneurship.
The online MBA with a concentration in Healthcare Information Systems prepares students for the growing healthcare field. You will learn how to advance in the field by managing healthcare technology and information systems.
Coursework in this online health informatics degree teaches students how to navigate the laws around electronic health records and the politics on changes in the healthcare industry. You will also learn about health insurance and managed care. Graduates of this Master of Business Administration degree online have the necessary skills and competencies needed for leadership roles in businesses and in the healthcare field.
The online MBA with a concentration in Human Resources prepares students to advance their careers in the human resources area of business. Students will learn to organize and lead corporate HR functions with confidence.
Courses offer the tools and techniques you will use to make strategic decisions and to be successful in supervisory management. The curriculum of this online HR management degree also includes core MBA coursework covering fundamentals in areas including finance, accounting, economics, behavioral management, research, and data analysis. Graduates are prepared for careers as HR managers, HR specialists, or as compensation and benefits managers.
The online MBA with a concentration in Management program prepares students for one of the most important aspects of business. The curriculum is designed to teach students to succeed in leadership roles in any situation. Through this accelerated, flexible online program, you can finish your degree in as little as 12 months.
In this online business management degree, you will learn about topics including competitive advantage and strategy, applied business projects, and management information systems. Courses provide skills and competencies through applied business projects and a course covering all aspects of entrepreneurship, so you are prepared to succeed in leadership roles upon graduation.
The online MBA program with a concentration in Marketing is designed for students interested in advancing their careers in one of the most important areas of business. This program helps students learn to analyze consumer behavior and social media marketing methods in order to target and engage customers.
The curriculum of this online Marketing degree uses an integrated approach to teaching, along with emphasizing connectivity and real-world applications. Courses prepare you to move up in any agency or company as a key player in advertising. Graduates are also ready to fulfill promotions roles such as market research analysts, marketing managers, or directors.
The online MBA with a concentration in Native American Leadership program includes courses in both core MBA areas and Native American Leadership topics. In Native American Leadership courses students will learn how to manage diversity in the constantly changing world. Culture is the key to success in this online organizational leadership degree concentration as you study tribal sovereignty and contemporary issues facing the Indian Country.
You will also explore the areas of personal and organizational leadership. In addition, students complete courses in finance, accounting, marketing, economics, behavioral management, research, and data analysis as you prepare for a career in the business world.
Gain essential skills and prepare for industry certification with an online MBA in Project Management. Coursework prepares you for the Project Management Professional (PMP) exam while also enhancing your general business knowledge.
The strategies learned in this online Project Management degree program can be applied to a broad range of industries. Professors are practitioners with industry and certification training experience. In addition to project management, you will study topics in finance, accounting, economics, behavioral management, research, and data analysis.
Students can anticipate courses such as:
- Project management coordination
- Project management control
- Project management strategy
- Agile project management
The online MBA with a concentration in Strategic Communication is designed for students interested in advancing their careers in business in the area of strategic communication. This curriculum helps students master effective, results-driven communication techniques.
Courses in this online Communication degree emphasize a message-centered approach to vital rhetorical strategies used within business. This approach is also used to convey risk and crisis communication to the public. In addition to Strategic Communication courses, students will complete core MBA courses. These provide a foundation in such areas as:
- Finance
- Accounting
- Marketing
- Economics
- Behavioral Management
- Research
- Data Analysis
Break into leadership roles with the specialized skills and knowledge you gain in the online MBA focused on Women in Leadership. This unique business degree strengthens your capacity for leadership while providing enhanced understanding of a variety of business topics.
The training in this online Business Administration degree program is designed to prepare you for the challenges of today’s fast-paced business world. You will also gain competencies in finance, accounting, marketing, economics, behavioral management, research, and data analysis.
Some of the coursework you can expect in this concentration includes:
- Gender and leadership communication
- Negotiations and conflict management
- Women in leadership
- Communication and power
The online MS in Native American Leadership degree program is designed to provide students with the culturally relevant knowledge and leadership skills necessary to advance their career within the tribe or develop business relationships with tribal nations. The curriculum has been created by tribal leaders and examines historical, cultural, and regulatory factors affecting business and leadership within the native community.
Students in this online organizational leadership degree program gain important skills in communication, critical thinking, and problem solving. Graduates will have a thorough understanding of the complex culture and history of modern Native American communities.
Some of the courses included in this program are:
- Managing diversity
- Effective communication through presentations
- Native education
- Tribal sovereignty
- Developing the Native American leader
The online master’s degree in Sports Administration prepares you to take advantage of a wide range of career opportunities. Graduates can pursue work in settings including professional sports, intercollegiate or interscholastic athletics, sports facilities, and sports marketing and management agencies.
In this online sports management degree, you will learn about the role of sport in society along with contemporary issues and legal aspects of the sports world. You will gain real-world skills in sport management, finances, fundraising, facility management, event planning, and more. Those interested in coaching will also learn key skills, strategies, and techniques to get the best performance from their athletes.
Choose from concentrations in:
- General
- Business
- Educational Leadership
- Native American Leadership
Criminal Justice, Safety & Law
You can train as an FBI agent, customs officer, or probation officer with the Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice from Southeastern Oklahoma State University. The online criminal justice program prepares you to make a positive impact in such sectors as:
- Security
- The courts
- Corrections
- Law enforcement
Through the online criminal justice bachelor’s program, you delve into subjects like law adjudication, victimology, police leadership, and the administration of justice. Graduates can advance their careers in private agencies, local, state, and federal agencies, and as preparation for graduate studies or law school.
Education
You can gain expertise in applied learning in the digital age with the Master of Education in Curriculum & Instruction / Educational Technology from SOSU. This online instructional design master’s degree develops your competencies to support transformational learning environments.
Students learn to integrate media and technology into curriculum development. Many visionary leaders emerge after gaining knowledge and skills in such areas as:
- Technology-based digital storytelling
- Digital communications
- Management and administrative skills
- Socio-political skills
Graduates advance digital learning. Potential employers include K-12 schools, nonprofits, universities, libraries, and museums.
You can gain expertise in teaching English language learners with the Master of Education in Curriculum & Instruction / English as a Second Language from SOSU. This online ESL master’s degree prepares students for the ESL certification exam in Oklahoma to gain their ESL endorsement.
Through the online coursework, you gain competencies in every facet of education. You discover how to address the special needs of those learning English as a second language. Graduates find success in such roles as:
- Curriculum supervisor
- ESL instructor or teacher
- Two-way immersion teacher
- Federal or state government consultant
You can become an influencer in innovative, transformational learning with the Master of Education in Curriculum & Instruction / General from SOSU. This online curriculum and instruction master’s degree provides advanced knowledge on every facet of pedagogy.
Besides learning classroom behavioral management, your online curriculum covers the foundations of education. Topics of study include:
- Professional ethics
- Assessment and evaluation
- K-12 curriculum development
Students appreciate the flexibility to continue working as they pursue their curriculum and instruction graduate degree. Graduates find success as instructional coordinators, education specialists, or curriculum directors.
You can gain content expertise in classroom mathematics with the Master of Education in Curriculum & Instruction / Math from SOSU. This online STEAM education master’s degree program emphasizes problem-solving, manipulatives, and technology.
Students learn best practices to teach math. Furthermore, the online STEAM education graduate program provides the competencies to create innovative and transformational learning environments.
Graduates gain the knowledge and skills to effectively teach math to K-12 students. Besides preparing you as a K-12 math teacher, this online math master’s degree can lead to such careers as:
- Instructional coordinator
- Curriculum/education specialist
- Curriculum and assessment director
- Mathematics education specialist
You can elevate your literacy expertise with the Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction– Reading from SOSU. This online reading and literacy master’s degree prepares you to support struggling readers through reading assessments.
The data-informed curriculum imparts advanced competencies in vocabulary, comprehension, phonics, and fluency. Other outcomes of this online reading and literacy graduate program include:
- Effective instructional strategies for writing and reading
- Assessment of ESL learners
- Use of literacy materials to optimize learning
- Foundations of word recognition and comprehension
Graduates find success as curriculum designers or specialists. Other potential careers include educational consultant, staff development specialist, or adult education program designer.
You can become an influencer in classroom science with the Master of Education in Curriculum & Instruction / Science from SOSU. This online STEAM education master’s degree program covers the concepts of pedagogy. It prepares you as a content expert who creates stimulating curricula.
Students of this online STEAM education graduate program gain the competencies to create transformative, innovative learning environments based on technology. Graduates have the knowledge and skills to excel in such areas as:
- Understand the nature of science
- Master inquiry-based instruction
- Lead through investigations of environmental and scientific issues
- Impart the impact of science and technology on our daily lives
You can take your education career higher with the Master of Education in Educational Leadership from SOSU. This online education administration master’s degree program prepares you for leading roles as school principal or district administrator.
Designed for educators, this online graduate program offers such benefits as:
- Building on your teaching skills
- Preparation for the Oklahoma principal certification exam
- In-depth study of education systems
- Interpersonal skills to build professional relationships
The online education administration graduate program guides you in developing a vision. Such a vision is fostered through personal evaluation, collaboration, and growth and development.
You can make an impact on the lives of your students with the Master of Education in School Counseling from SOSU. This online school counseling master’s program builds on your teaching skillset.
Besides studying diversity and child development, you also gain expertise in psychopathology and assessment. Through the online school counseling graduate program, you gain the ability to facilitate optimal wellness and development.
Graduates develop their clinical skills and research methods. Possible careers with this degree include:
- Academic advisor
- Guidance counselor
- Academic counselor
- Career services director
Southeastern Oklahoma State University offers an online Master of Education in Special Education. The program is designed to provide an education on diverse learning needs for special education individuals. The faculty covers expert knowledge and experience on this population of students and their families. Students can pursue a concentration in Administration or Challenging Behaviors.
Healthcare
The online BS in Occupational Safety & Health degree program from Southeastern Oklahoma State University provides students with the knowledge and skills they need to identify and analyze potential workplace hazards, infractions, and risks. Courses cover topics such as:
- Fire Science
- Drugs in Society
- Safety Program Management
- Industrial Hygiene
- Hazard Control
The Master of Business Administration online degree with a concentration in Safety prepares students to advance in leadership roles in business. This concentration focuses on safety program management and succeeding in leadership roles in these programs.
Courses in this online occupational health and safety degree offer the knowledge needed to advise companies on safety best practices. Students learn to lead teams in implementing and following safety protocols. In this flexible, accelerated MBA program, you can earn your degrees in as little as 12 months.
You will take safety courses such as:
- Advanced Safety Program Management
- Crisis Preparedness and Occupational Security
Southeastern Oklahoma State University offers the online MS in Occupational Safety & Health. This program is designed for students with an interest in the safety, health, and welfare of personnel at various businesses and organizations. It is the goal of OSH professionals to promote a safe work environment, protecting employees, families, and communities. Required courses cover topics such as:
- Workers Compensation
- Legal Liability
- Food Safety
- Toxicology
Math & Science
Move up in your career field with this online aviation degree. Prepare for a position of responsibility with this program that provides students with the depth and breadth of knowledge that leads to success in the aviation and aerospace industries. This unique program is a broad-based professional degree that stresses realistic solutions to modern challenges. Study managerial, scientific, logistic, and administrative challenges.
The logistics management concentration includes the study of supply chain management and protocols that plan, implement, and control the efficient, effective forward and reverse flow and storage of goods, services, and related information between the point of origin and the point of consumption in order to meet the customers’ requirements.