Sitting Bull College
About Sitting Bull College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Sitting Bull College is run by the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe at Fort Yates, North Dakota, and keeps dormitories. Natural resources and criminal justice are among its largest programs, taught alongside the Lakota and Dakota languages.
Founded
1973
Location
Fort Yates, North Dakota
Students
286
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
21.6%
Below national average
Tuition
$4,010
Per year
Avg Net Price
$4,605
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$28,488
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
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
21.6% complete their degree within three years
Retention
Not reported
Transfer Out
13.5%
The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.
Teaching Quality
7:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
65.8%
$/Student
$16.3K
Class Size
Small
The 21.6% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$4,010
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$5,850
Books & Supplies
$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance
$10,012
After Financial Aid
$4,605
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$5,056
Receive Grants
68.6%
Take Loans
0%
The total cost of attendance runs about $10,012/yr, including $5,850 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $4,605.
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 Sitting Bull College fund their education.
While in School
68.6%
Get Grants
Free money
0%
Take Loans
Must repay
$4,660
Median Family Income
After Graduation
N/A
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
N/A
Monthly Payment
N/A
Default Rate
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Sitting Bull College.
Gender
65.4%
Female
35%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
257
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
29
Graduates
38.5%
First-Gen
27 yrs
Avg Age
55.9%
Age 25+
With an average entry age of 27, the campus has more working adults and non-traditional students than most schools. You'll find classmates with real-world experience. 38.5% 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
Rural: Remote
Campus Quick Facts
257
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Sitting Bull Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$28,488
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
—
10 grads
Natural Resources Conservation and Research
—
4 grads
Criminal Justice and Corrections
—
4 grads
Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies
—
3 grads
Computer and Information Sciences, General
—
2 grads
Teaching Assistants/Aides
—
2 grads
Median earnings are $28K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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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.