Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
95.81%
SAT Average
1,120
ACT Range
19-24
North Dakota State University-Main Campus Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 95.81%. This means approximately 958 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 9,567 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
95.81%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $10,857 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $15,511 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $23,391 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $16,334 | State avg: $12,994. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 18.72% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 52.79% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does North Dakota State University-Main Campus Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$15,511
Room and board
$9,565
Books and supplies
$800
Other expenses
$3,476
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$23,391
Average net price
$16,334
Average aid coverage
30%
$7,057 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at North Dakota State University-Main Campus pays approximately $16,334 per year after grants and aid. This is above the North Dakota average of $12,994 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is North Dakota State University-Main Campus?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to North Dakota and national averages.
North Dakota State University-Main Campus net price
$16,334
North Dakota average
$12,994
National average
$17,506
North Dakota State University-Main Campus Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $15,511 and average net price at $16,334. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$15,511
Current net price
$16,334
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
63.72%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$62,203
Undergraduates
9,567
10-Year Median Earnings - North Dakota State University-Main Campus vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
North Dakota State University-Main Campus graduates earn about 1.4x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends North Dakota State University-Main Campus?
Undergraduates
9,567
Completion rate
63.72%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
18.72%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
52.79%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 18.72% of North Dakota State University-Main Campus students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 52.79% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at North Dakota State University-Main Campus
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use North Dakota State University-Main Campus's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
North Dakota State University-Main Campus lists Higher Learning Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
North Dakota State University-Main Campus is listed at 1301 12th Avenue North, Fargo, ND 58108-6050. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare North Dakota State University-Main Campus with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Dakota State University-Main Campus | 95.81% | $15,511 | $16,334 | $62,203 |
| University of North Dakota | 77.09% | $15,570 | $18,998 | $63,552 |
| University of Mary | 78.25% | $21,468 | $18,568 | $60,909 |
| University of Jamestown | 93.51% | $24,820 | $20,318 | $56,621 |
| Bismarck State College | Not available | $7,279 | $10,725 | $54,277 |
Similar Schools in Fargo
This local cluster focuses on nearby Fargo schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Fargo.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Dakota State University-Main Campus's acceptance rate?
North Dakota State University-Main Campus's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 95.81%.
How much is North Dakota State University-Main Campus tuition?
North Dakota State University-Main Campus's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $15,511.
What is North Dakota State University-Main Campus's average net price?
North Dakota State University-Main Campus's average net price in the local dataset is $16,334.
What is North Dakota State University-Main Campus's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $62,203 for North Dakota State University-Main Campus.
Is North Dakota State University-Main Campus accredited?
North Dakota State University-Main Campus's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend North Dakota State University-Main Campus?
The local dataset lists 9,567 undergraduate students at North Dakota State University-Main Campus.
What percentage of North Dakota State University-Main Campus students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for North Dakota State University-Main Campus in the local dataset is 18.72%.
What is the federal loan rate at North Dakota State University-Main Campus?
The federal loan rate for North Dakota State University-Main Campus in the local dataset is 52.79%.
Where should I verify North Dakota State University-Main Campus data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with North Dakota State University-Main Campus or the latest official federal education data.