University of North Dakota
About University of North Dakota
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
UND is a public research university in Grand Forks, North Dakota. It operates one of the top aviation programs in the country and also offers strong programs in engineering, medicine, and law.
Founded
1883
Location
Grand Forks, North Dakota
Students
13,967
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
76.9%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
60.5%
Near national average
In-State Tuition
$10,951
Out-of-state: $15,570
Avg Net Price
$18,551
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not Considered
Test-blind. Grades and essays decide
Median Earnings
$63,552
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
$35
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
University of North Dakota accepts the majority of applicants at 76.9%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
SAT Scores
N/A
Not reported
ACT Scores
23/ 36
Average: 23 out of 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
60.5% complete their degree within six years
Retention
84%
4-Year Grad
40%
6-Year Grad
62%
Teaching Quality
17:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
92.5%
$/Student
$18.5K
Class Size
Medium
The 40% graduation rate is below average, but 84% 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
$10,951
In-State
$15,570
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$11,390
Books & Supplies
$800
Total Cost of Attendance
$25,605
After Financial Aid
$18,551
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$13,126
Receive Grants
17.2%
Take Loans
41.1%
The total cost of attendance runs about $25,605/yr, including $11,390 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $18,551.
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 North Dakota fund their education.
While in School
17.2%
Get Grants
Free money
41.1%
Take Loans
Must repay
$78,651
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$22,057
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$234/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Students typically graduate with $22,057 in debt, below the national median. That's a manageable amount for most career paths.
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 North Dakota.
Gender
45.1%
Female
55%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
9,981
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
3,986
Graduates
19.1%
First-Gen
22 yrs
Avg Age
21.2%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (45% women, 55% men). 19.1% are first-generation college students.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Small
Campus Quick Facts
9,981
Students
public
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
R2 Research
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
University of North Dakota fields 9 varsity teams with 506 student athletes, about 5% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division I-FCS
Conference
The Summit League
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
9
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
506
5% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
51% / 49%
258
Men
248
Women
6
Men's Teams
7
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of University of North Dakotaearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$63,552
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Air Transportation
$46K
337 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$73K
118 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$33K
117 grads
1yr Earnings
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$43K
105 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$54K
93 grads
1yr Earnings
Marketing
$49K
87 grads
1yr Earnings
Earnings grow steadily here: $55K at six years, $54K at eight, and $64K by ten. Well above average at every stage.
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