North Dakota State College of Science
About North Dakota State College of Science
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
The North Dakota State College of Science has taught trades and technology in Wahpeton since 1903 and places very nearly all of its graduates straight into work. It keeps dormitories, and vehicle repair and electrical power transmission are its largest programs.
Founded
1903
Location
Wahpeton, North Dakota
Students
1,909
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
54.7%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$5,974
Out-of-state: $6,973
Avg Net Price
$11,261
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$50,513
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
Average
54.7% complete their degree within three years
Retention
78.8%
Transfer Out
Not reported
Teaching Quality
12:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
88%
$/Student
$9.6K
Class Size
Medium
While 54.7% finish in 4 years, 78.8% 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
$5,974
In-State
$6,973
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$8,096
Books & Supplies
$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance
$17,265
After Financial Aid
$11,261
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$7,803
Receive Grants
16.3%
Take Loans
30.5%
The total cost of attendance runs about $17,265/yr, including $8,096 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $11,261.
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 North Dakota State College of Science fund their education.
While in School
16.3%
Get Grants
Free money
30.5%
Take Loans
Must repay
$51,056
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$12,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$127/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $12,000, 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 North Dakota State College of Science.
Gender
37.9%
Female
62%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,909
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
23.9%
First-Gen
21 yrs
Avg Age
9.2%
Age 25+
Men make up the majority at 62% of the student body. 23.9% are first-generation college students.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Remote
Campus Quick Facts
1,909
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
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
North Dakota State College of Science fields 5 varsity teams with 191 student athletes, about 10% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
5
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
191
10% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
73% / 27%
139
Men
52
Women
3
Men's Teams
3
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of North Dakota State College of Scienceearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$50,513
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
$57K
95 grads
1yr Earnings
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$32K
83 grads
1yr Earnings
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers
—
49 grads
Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians
$45K
48 grads
1yr Earnings
Agricultural Business and Management
$49K
44 grads
1yr Earnings
Agricultural Mechanization
$63K
37 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $49K six years out, growing to $51K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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