North Dakota State University-Main Campus (NDSU) is a four-year, public school located in Fargo, ND. It is classified as Research University with very high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R1 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R1 University comparison page.

The NDSU's 2024 tuition & fees is $10,857 for North Dakota residents and $15,511 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2023-2024. 66% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $5,925.

For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 12,242 and the students to faculty ratio is 17 to 1 (5.88%).

NDSU's acceptance rate is 96.00% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 32.00%.

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.

2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of North Dakota State University-Main Campus is $10,857 for in-state students and $15,511 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2024 tuition & fees is $8,746 for in-state students and $12,538 for out-of-state students.

The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $10,922 for North Dakota residents and $15,576 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $8,795 for North Dakota residents and $12,587 for out-of-state students.

In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$10,857$15,511
Graduate$8,746$12,538
In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$10,922$15,576
Graduate$8,795$12,587

The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.


Admission Key Statistics

Acceptance Rate »96.00% Acceptance Rate / 32.00% Yield
Graduation Rate »63%
Transfer-out Rate22%
Retention Rate75%(full-time), 29% (part-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio5.88% (17 to 1)
Student Population »12,242 (10,096 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$5,925

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard

Learning Opportunities and Campus 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.

Special Learning Opportunities at NDSU
Learning Opportunities
ROTCArmy, Air Force
Weekend/Evening CollegeYes
Teacher CertificationYes
Study AbroadYes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling serviceYes
Employment services for studentsYes
Placement services for completersNo
On-campus day care for students' childrenYes

North Dakota State University-Main Campus Directory Information

Address1301 12th Avenue North, Fargo, ND 58108-6050
Phone701-231-8011
WEBSchool's Website
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Veterans TuitionVeterans Benefit Information
Disability ServiceDisability Services
School Typefour-year, public
Carnegie CategoryResearch University (very high research activity)
Highest Degree OfferedDoctor's degree

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