North Dakota State University-Main Campus
North Dakota State University-Main Campus (NDSU) is a four-years, public school located in Fargo, ND. It is classified as Research University (high research activity) by Carnegie Classification and its highest level of offering is Doctor's degree - research/scholarship and professional practice.
The NDSU's 2022 tuition & fees is $10,401 for North Dakota residents and $14,876 for out-of-state students. 80% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $5,961.
The school has a total enrollment of 12,461 and the students to faculty ratio is 18 to 1 (5.56%).
The average earning after 10 years of graduation from the school is $55,500 and it varies by field of study.
NDSU ranked 223rd in National Universities and 3rd in North Dakota Colleges rankings. North Dakota State University-Main Campus is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
Directory Information
| Address | 1301 12th Avenue North, Fargo, ND 58108-6050 |
|---|---|
| Phone | 701-231-8011 |
| WEB | School's Website |
| Admission | Admission Information |
| Online Application | Apply Online |
| Financial Aid | Deadlines and Applications |
| Net Price Calculator | Net Price Calculator |
| Veterans Tuition | Veterans Benefit Information |
| Disability Service | Disability Services |
| School Type | four-years, public |
| Carnegie Category | Research University (high research activity) |
| Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree - research/scholarship and professional practice |
Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System)
2022 Tuition & Fees and 2023 Estimation
For undergraduate school, the 2022 tuition and fees of North Dakota State University-Main Campus are $10,401 for in-state students and $14,876 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2022 tuition and fees are $8,381 for in-state students and $12,028 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2023 tuition & fees for prospective students is $10,993 for North Dakota residents and $15,647 for out-of-state students based on the tuition changes over the past five years.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $10,401 | $14,876 |
| Graduate | $8,381 | $12,028 |
Data source: 2021-2022 tuition - NCES(National Center for Education Statistics (Last update: July 22, 2022)
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $10,993 | $15,647 |
The 2022-2023 tuition is announced/published officially by the NDSU directly. The 2023 graduate tuition & fees is not yet announced or vary by program. The estimation is based on the rate of last year. See the NDSU bursar/financial aid page for more information.
Key Stats for Prospective Students
The Acceptance rate at North Dakota State University-Main Campus is 95.46% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 32.05%. The average SAT scores submitted by enrolled students is 1,205.
The average graduation rate is 65%. Total 12,461 students are attending the school and the school offers campus housing facilities (i.e. dormitory and residence halls possessed by the school).
The average earning in 10 years after graduation from the school is $55,500. The average salary varies depending on the field of study where the Electrical and Electronics Engineering program shows the highest salary with $64,000 after graduating. Key academic stats for the school are listed in the next table.
| Admission Stats » | 95.46% Acceptance Rate / 32.05% Yield |
|---|---|
| Test Scores » | 1,205 SAT / 23 ACT |
| Graduation Rate » | 65% |
| Transfer-out Rate | 22% |
| Retention Rate | 76%(full-time), 43% (part-time) |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 5.56% (18 to 1) |
| Student Population » | 12,461 (10,199 undergraduate) |
| Average Financial Aid » | $5,961 |
| Average Earning After 10 years of graduation | $55,500 |
| Average Salary by Field of Study | $20,400 - $64,000 |
Special Learning Opportunities and On-Campus Student Services
North Dakota State University-Main Campus offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers. The next table summarizes the special learning opportunities.
| Online Class | Undergraduate, Graduate |
|---|---|
| ROTC | Army, Air Force |
| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
| Teacher Certification | Yes |
| Study Abroad | Yes |
NDSU provides several student services including remedial services, academic/career counseling services, employment services for students.
| Remedial services | Yes |
|---|---|
| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
| Employment services for students | Yes |
| Placement services for completers | No |
| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
| Library facilities at institution | Various Library Facilities Provided |
Campus Life
The following table illustrates the special characteristics of NDSU. It has dormitories (or campus-owned housing) and its capacity is 5,563. It also offers separate board/meal plans and the annual cost is $4,778.
| Religious Affiliation | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Has Hospital | No |
| Offer Medical Degree | No |
| Board/Meal Plan | Yes |
| Dormitory Capacity | 5,563 |
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