Best colleges in North Dakota

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Welcoming college students who aim to be extraordinary

Self-described as the "legendary" state, North Dakota has plenty to offer in the educational department. Home to the largest state owned university research center in the US and the destination of the nation's oldest public university, there is plenty of history and diversity here. Agricultural Economics is a popular major, as is Journalism and Molecular Biology. Students go on to work at companies including Frontier Energy Group, NoDak Films and Hebron Brick Company. and thanks to the booming oil industry in North Dakota, the unemployment rate is at an astonishingly low 2.8% - the lowest in the nation.

Contrary to popular belief, North Dakota has an uproarious night life, including casinos and bars. Hang out with your fellow cowboys at Cattleman's Club in Lisbon, or enjoy the Long Haul Saloon in Grand Forks. Learn more about the state's rich agritourism during your college stay, exploring the many festivals, wineries, pumpkin patches, and breweries located in this state filled with American Pride. If you crave a combination of country living without compromising quality education, North Dakota is your next stop.

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Best Four Year Universities in North Dakota

University of Mary
Bismarck, ND

University of Mary offers 164 degree programs. It's a small, private not-for-profit, four-year university in a outlying rural area. In 2020, 1,055 students graduated with students earning 526 Bachelor's degrees, 433 Master's degrees, 85 Doctoral degrees, and 11 Certificates.

North Dakota State University-Main Campus offers 265 degree programs. It's a large, public, four-year university in a midsize city. In 2020, 3,237 students graduated with students earning 2,545 Bachelor's degrees, 432 Master's degrees, 216 Doctoral degrees, and 44 Certificates.

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University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, ND

University of North Dakota offers 265 degree programs. It's a large, public, four-year university in a small city. In 2020, 3,236 students graduated with students earning 2,015 Bachelor's degrees, 851 Master's degrees, 284 Doctoral degrees, and 86 Certificates.

University of Jamestown
Jamestown, ND

University of Jamestown offers 59 degree programs. It's a small, private not-for-profit, four-year university in a remote town. In 2020, 241 students graduated with students earning 164 Bachelor's degrees, 41 Master's degrees, and 36 Doctoral degrees.

Minot State University offers 101 degree programs. It's a small, public, four-year university in a remote town. In 2020, 619 students graduated with students earning 496 Bachelor's degrees, 109 Master's degrees, 12 Certificates, and 2 Associate's degrees.

Mayville State University offers 69 degree programs. It's a small, public, four-year university in a remote rural area. In 2020, 208 students graduated with students earning 194 Bachelor's degrees, 11 Associate's degrees, and 3 Master's degrees.

Valley City State University offers 60 degree programs. It's a small, public, four-year university in a remote town. In 2020, 304 students graduated with students earning 254 Bachelor's degrees, 38 Master's degrees, and 12 Certificates.

Turtle Mountain Community College offers 42 degree programs. It's a very small, private not-for-profit, four-year university in a remote rural area. In 2020, 116 students graduated with students earning 59 Associate's degrees, 41 Certificates, and 16 Bachelor's degrees.

Trinity Bible College and Graduate School offers 26 degree programs. It's a very small, private not-for-profit, four-year university in a remote rural area. In 2020, 57 students graduated with students earning 29 Bachelor's degrees, 21 Master's degrees, and 7 Associate's degrees.

Dickinson State University offers 73 degree programs. It's a small, public, four-year university in a remote town. In 2020, 272 students graduated with students earning 209 Bachelor's degrees, 56 Associate's degrees, 5 Master's degrees, and 2 Certificates.

Best Community Colleges in North Dakota

Lake Region State College
Devils Lake, ND

Lake Region State College offers 35 degree programs. It's a small, public, two-year college in a remote town. In 2020, 241 students graduated with students earning 202 Associate's degrees, and 39 Certificates.

North Dakota State College of Science offers 65 degree programs. It's a small, public, two-year college in a faraway town. In 2020, 420 students graduated with students earning 400 Associate's degrees, and 20 Certificates.

Williston State College
Williston, ND

Williston State College offers 23 degree programs. It's a very small, public, two-year college in a remote town. In 2020, 272 students graduated with students earning 207 Associate's degrees, and 65 Certificates.

Cankdeska Cikana Community College offers 15 degree programs. It's a very small, public, two-year college in a faraway rural area. In 2020, 27 students graduated with students earning 17 Associate's degrees, and 10 Certificates.

Dakota College at Bottineau offers 71 degree programs. It's a small, public, two-year college in a remote rural area. In 2020, 152 students graduated with students earning 101 Associate's degrees, and 51 Certificates.

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School Average Tuition Student Teacher Ratio Enrolled Students
University of Mary Logo University of Mary Bismarck, ND
4/5
23 : 1 3,799
North Dakota State University-Main Campus Logo North Dakota State University-Main Campus Fargo, ND
3/5
24 : 1 12,846
University of North Dakota Logo University of North Dakota Grand Forks, ND
3/5
26 : 1 13,615
University of Jamestown Logo University of Jamestown Jamestown, ND
4/5
14 : 1 1,147
Minot State University Logo Minot State University Minot, ND
2/5
20 : 1 2,920