North Dakota State University
Public university · Fargo, ND · 9,471 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
95%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
—
ACT (middle 50%)
19–25
Average net price
$15,636
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$24,407
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
65%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into North Dakota State University?
North Dakota State University accepts about 95 of every 100 applicants (95%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 19–25.
The latest federal data says North Dakota State University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on North Dakota State University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does North Dakota State University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $24,407 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $15,636 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $11,738 for ND residents and $16,672 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$11,738
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$16,672
- Room & board$10,294
- Total cost of attendance$24,407
- Average net price after grants$15,636
Popular majors
Business, Health Professions & Nursing, Engineering, Agriculture, Family & Consumer Sciences.
North Dakota State University FAQ
- What is North Dakota State University's acceptance rate?
- 95% — accessible.
- What ACT score do you need for North Dakota State University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 19–25.
- Is North Dakota State University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says North Dakota State University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on North Dakota State University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does North Dakota State University cost?
- About $24,407 a year before aid; $15,636 on average after grants.
- What is North Dakota State University's FAFSA school code?
- 002997. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so North Dakota State University receives your information.
- What is North Dakota State University's graduation rate?
- 65% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to North Dakota State University
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valley City State UniversityValley City, ND | 99% | 830–1070 | $13,748 | 50% |
| University of JamestownJamestown, ND | 88% | — | $19,440 | 52% |
| California State University-FresnoFresno, CA | 95% | — | $5,418 | 58% |
| The University of Texas Rio Grande ValleyEdinburg, TX | 94% | 880–1090 | $4,858 | 55% |
| California State University-SacramentoSacramento, CA | 94% | — | $11,186 | 54% |
| University of Nevada-Las VegasLas Vegas, NV | 96% | 1010–1240 | $11,062 | 52% |