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North Dakota State University-Main Campus

Fargo, ND · Public · Midsize city · Website

North Dakota State University-Main Campus campus
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Admission rate
95%
Open
Average net price
$15,636
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
66%
Median earnings
$65,925
10 years after enrolling

Summary

North Dakota State University-Main Campus is a public college in Fargo, ND with 9,471 undergraduates. It admits 95% of applicants, and admitted students average 1150 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $15,636 per year ($11,551 for families earning under $30,000). 66% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $65,925 ten years after enrolling.

public college

Admissions

Admission rate
95%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
7,331
Fall 2023
Admitted
7,024
Fall 2023
Yield
32%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

ACT Composite19–25
136

What North Dakota State University-Main Campus looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkRequired
  • Class rankNot considered
  • Essay or personal statementConsidered
  • RecommendationsNot considered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testNot considered

Cost

Cost of attendance
$24,407
sticker price, per year
In-state tuition
$11,738
Out-of-state tuition
$16,672

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$11,551
  • $30–48k$11,944
  • $48–75k$11,418
  • $75–110k$15,226
  • $110k+$18,993

Get a personal estimate with North Dakota State University-Main Campus's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
66%
Freshman retention
78%
Median earnings
$65,925
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$21,500
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
9,471
Student–faculty ratio
19:1
Receive Pell grants
25%
  • White84%
  • Hispanic4%
  • Black3%
  • Asian2%

North Dakota State University-Main Campus FAQ

What is North Dakota State University-Main Campus's acceptance rate?+

North Dakota State University-Main Campus admits 95% of applicants, which makes it open.

What ACT score do you need for North Dakota State University-Main Campus?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 19–25.

Is North Dakota State University-Main Campus test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to North Dakota State University-Main Campus?+

In Fall 2023, 7,331 students applied to North Dakota State University-Main Campus and 7,024 were admitted; 2,214 enrolled.

Does North Dakota State University-Main Campus consider legacy status?+

No. North Dakota State University-Main Campus reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does North Dakota State University-Main Campus require an essay?+

North Dakota State University-Main Campus reported that an essay or personal statement is considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does North Dakota State University-Main Campus cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $24,407 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $15,636.

What is North Dakota State University-Main Campus's graduation rate?+

66% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

Sources

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