North Dakota State University-Main Campus and University of Jamestown are frequently compared when students or parents prepare college admissions. NDSU is a four-year, public school located in Fargo, ND and JC is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Jamestown, ND.
The following list compares two colleges briefly in important perspectives. You can compare them with comprehensive information on full comparison page.
| North Dakota State University-Main Campus | vs. | University of Jamestown |
|---|---|---|
| Fargo, North Dakota | Location | Jamestown, North Dakota |
| Four-year, Public | School Type | four-year, Private (not-for-profit) |
| Doctor's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
| Research University (very high research activity) | Carnegie Classification | Master's College and University (smaller programs) |
In-State$10,910
Out-Of-State$15,564 | 2025 Tuition & Fees | $24,990 |
| 73% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 97% |
| $6,521 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $17,105 |
| 94.96 % | Acceptance Rates | 88.08 % |
| 32.01 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 36.12 % |
| - | SAT Score | - |
| 23 | ACT Score | - |
| 64 % | Graduation Rate | 49 % |
| 22 % | Transfer-out Rate | - |
| 78 % | Retention Rate | 67 % |
| 11,952 | Student Population | 1,376 |
| 495 | Number of Faculties | 88 |
| 19 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | 13 to 1 |
| Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification | Special Learning Opportunities | Distance Learning (Online Classes), Study Abroad, Teacher Certification |
| Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, On-campus daycare | On Campus Student Services | Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services |