Bismarck State College
About Bismarck State College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Bismarck State College teaches in the North Dakota capital and runs a national energy training center, teaching the people who run power plants and pipelines. It keeps dormitories, and electronics and industrial production are among its largest programs.
Founded
1939
Location
Bismarck, North Dakota
Students
2,839
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
47.2%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$5,247
Out-of-state: $7,331
Avg Net Price
$10,270
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$54,277
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
$35
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
47.2% complete their degree within three years
Retention
76.8%
Transfer Out
15.1%
Teaching Quality
13:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
92.2%
$/Student
$8.7K
Class Size
Medium
While 47.2% finish in 4 years, 76.8% of freshmen do return for sophomore year. Many students here may take a bit longer, but they stick with it.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$5,247
In-State
$7,331
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$8,273
Books & Supplies
$1,100
Total Cost of Attendance
$15,771
After Financial Aid
$10,270
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$6,140
Receive Grants
14.6%
Take Loans
20.3%
The total cost of attendance runs about $15,771/yr, including $8,273 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $10,270.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Bismarck State College fund their education.
While in School
14.6%
Get Grants
Free money
20.3%
Take Loans
Must repay
$55,668
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$11,533
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$122/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $11,533, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Bismarck State College.
Gender
44.6%
Female
55%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,839
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
27.2%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
25.8%
Age 25+
Men make up the majority at 55% of the student body. 27.2% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Small
Campus Quick Facts
2,839
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Bismarck State College fields 7 varsity teams with 177 student athletes, about 6% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
7
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
177
6% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
56% / 44%
100
Men
77
Women
5
Men's Teams
5
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Bismarck State Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$54,277
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$33K
293 grads
1yr Earnings
Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians
$89K
65 grads
1yr Earnings
Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians
$82K
43 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$66K
42 grads
1yr Earnings
Agricultural Business and Management
$39K
34 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
—
24 grads
Graduates earn about $50K six years out, growing to $54K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.