Williston State College
About Williston State College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Williston State College teaches in the oil country of northwestern North Dakota and keeps dormitories. Business and nursing are its largest programs.
Founded
1961
Location
Williston, North Dakota
Students
651
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
41.9%
Below national average
Tuition
$6,128
Per year
Avg Net Price
$5,932
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$44,017
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
41.9% complete their degree within three years
Retention
66.3%
Transfer Out
12%
Teaching Quality
17:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$10.1K
Class Size
Medium
The 41.9% graduation rate is below average, but 66.3% 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
$6,128
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$9,204
Books & Supplies
$1,100
Total Cost of Attendance
$16,651
After Financial Aid
$5,932
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$4,454
Receive Grants
20.7%
Take Loans
13.7%
The total cost of attendance runs about $16,651/yr, including $9,204 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $5,932.
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 Williston State College fund their education.
While in School
20.7%
Get Grants
Free money
13.7%
Take Loans
Must repay
$39,111
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$10,099
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$107/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $10,099, 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 Williston State College.
Gender
59.1%
Female
41%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
651
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
42.1%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
15.2%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 59% of the student body. 42.1% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 10.5% international students bring global perspectives to campus life.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Remote
Campus Quick Facts
651
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
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Williston State College fields 4 varsity teams with 124 student athletes, about 19% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
4
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
124
19% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
60% / 40%
74
Men
50
Women
2
Men's Teams
3
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Williston State Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$44,017
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$32K
142 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$36K
41 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$61K
24 grads
1yr Earnings
Accounting and Related Services
—
14 grads
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management
—
5 grads
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
—
5 grads
Graduates earn about $40K six years out, growing to $44K 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.