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North Dakota State University
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  • 4 Year
  • FARGO, ND

Report Card

grade B+
Overall Niche Grade
  1. Academics
    grade B+
  2. Value
    grade B+
  3. Diversity
    grade B
  4. Campus
    grade A minus
  5. Athletics
    grade A+
  6. Party Scene
    grade A
  7. Professors
    grade B+
  8. Location
    grade A minus
  9. Dorms
    grade A minus
  10. Campus Food
    grade A
  11. Student Life
    grade A
  12. Safety
    grade B+

About

1301 ADMINISTRATION AVE
FARGO, ND 58108-6050
Athletic Division
NCAA Division I-FCS
Athletic Conference
Missouri Valley Conference
From North Dakota State University

North Dakota State University makes an exceptional education accessible to all. Located in Fargo, North Dakota, NDSU is home to nearly 12,000 students. With a 16:1 student-to-faculty ratio and more than 69% of classes having 40 students or fewer, faculty are focused on nurturing your potential. Students are at the center of hands-on learning experiences, working side-by-side with professors in labs and real-world settings, applying classroom knowledge, developing skills and ultimately preparing for the future.

NDSU is a truly welcoming community where your journey is as important as your achievements. By joining one of our 250+ student clubs and organizations, you will build lifelong friendships and have opportunities to grow, contribute, and prepare for fulfilling careers.

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North Dakota State University Rankings

Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

Admissions

Application Deadline
Rolling Admissions
Acceptance Rate
96%
SAT Range
1030-1260
ACT Range
19-25
Application Fee
$0
SAT/ACT
Considered but not required
High School GPA
Required
Accepts Common App
No

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Cost

Net Price
$15,962 / year
National
$15,523
Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Average Total Aid Awarded
$5,732 / year
National
$7,535
Students Receiving Financial Aid
92%

Scholarship

Academics

Professors
grade B+
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
16:1
Evening Degree Programs
Yes
77%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes. 79 responses
78%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want. 107 responses
68%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage. 106 responses

Majors

College of Agriculture

academic spotlight

The College of Agriculture has a tradition of excellence in teaching, research, and Extension. Graduates work in many diverse areas, such as biotechnology, crop consulting, medicine, law, education, sales, finance, equipment design, resource management, product development, marketing, research, animal management and international trade.

Online

Programs Offered Entirely Online
0
Offers Online Courses
Yes
Online Certificate Programs
0
Online Associates Programs
0
Online Bachelor's Programs
0
How Students Learn
  • Mix of Online and on Campus
    49%
  • On Campus
    46%
  • Online
    5%

Students

Full-Time Enrollment
8,947 Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
1,149
Undergrads Over 25
6%
Pell Grant
21%
Varsity Athletes
5%
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
Based on 81 responses
  • Friendly, motivated, intelligent and hard working
    40%
  • Very friendly and motivated
    31%
  • Lots of hard working and intelligent students.
    19%
  • In there own world, not to concerned about others
    5%
  • Outgoing
    4%
  • Friendly and welcoming
    2%

Campus Life

Freshmen Live On-Campus
No data available  
Poll
64%
of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join. 117 responses
Poll
71%
of students say varsity sports are a big part of campus life. 136 responses
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes your school?
Based on 84 responses
  • The best cold, football loving, caring community
    57%
  • Welcoming, great school spirit
    20%
  • Research based
    11%
  • Home away from home
    4%
  • Generous
    2%
  • Underrated
    2%
  • Boring student life
    1%

After College

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$48,200 / year
National
$33,028
Graduation Rate
63%
National
49%
Employed 2 Years After Graduation
96%
National
83%
94%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation. 53 responses

North Dakota State University Reviews

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