University of Jamestown
About University of Jamestown
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
University of Jamestown is a private university in Jamestown, ND. It has a 92% acceptance rate and a 48.9% graduation rate, serving approximately 968 students.
Founded
1883
Location
Jamestown, North Dakota
Students
1,368
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
88.1%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
49%
Below national average
Tuition
$24,990
Per year
Avg Net Price
$19,567
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not Considered
Test-blind. Grades and essays decide
Median Earnings
$56,621
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Moderate
Most students who apply are accepted
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Blind
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
University of Jamestown accepts the majority of applicants at 88.1%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
SAT Scores
N/A
Not reported
ACT Scores
21/ 36
Average: 21 out of 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
49% complete their degree within six years
Retention
67.4%
4-Year Grad
44%
6-Year Grad
55%
Teaching Quality
12:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$10.4K
Class Size
Medium
The 44% graduation rate is below average, but 67.4% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$24,990
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$9,990
Books & Supplies
$1,300
Total Cost of Attendance
$38,013
After Financial Aid
$19,567
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$14,788
Receive Grants
25.5%
Take Loans
61.4%
The total cost of attendance runs about $38,013/yr, including $9,990 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $19,567.
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 University of Jamestown fund their education.
While in School
25.5%
Get Grants
Free money
61.4%
Take Loans
Must repay
$77,811
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$27,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$286/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The $27,000 median debt is above average, but graduates earn $57K within ten years. The numbers suggest the investment pays off for most students.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends University of Jamestown.
Gender
43.5%
Female
57%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,041
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
327
Graduates
28.2%
First-Gen
20 yrs
Avg Age
4.7%
Age 25+
Men make up the majority at 57% of the student body. 28.2% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 6.2% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Remote
Campus Quick Facts
1,041
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Master's
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
University of Jamestown fields 10 varsity teams with 667 student athletes, about 64% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division II with football
Conference
Great Plains
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
10
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
667
64% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
66% / 34%
442
Men
225
Women
8
Men's Teams
8
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of University of Jamestownearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$56,621
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$74K
25 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$48K
18 grads
1yr Earnings
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
$66K
17 grads
4yr Earnings
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other
—
13 grads
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$50K
13 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas
$48K
12 grads
4yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $51K six years out, growing to $57K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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