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Colleges in North Dakota

CampusPin tracks 20 colleges in North Dakota — 15 universities and 5 community colleges. Compare tuition, acceptance, size, and setting to build a shortlist that fits.

Colleges tracked

20

Universities

15

Community colleges

5

Avg. in-state tuition

$9.0k

About college search in North Dakota

How North Dakota's higher-education landscape shapes a search

North Dakota’s public higher-education sector is consolidated under the North Dakota University System (NDUS), with 11 institutions including the University of North Dakota (Grand Forks — older flagship) and North Dakota State University (Fargo — land-grant). The state also hosts five tribal colleges serving Native American communities. NDUS coordinates the state’s five community colleges and several four-year regional campuses.

UND and NDSU as twin flagships

The University of North Dakota (Grand Forks) and North Dakota State University (Fargo) are the state’s two major public research universities — UND is the older institution; NDSU is the land-grant.

North Dakota University System (NDUS)

NDUS consolidates governance of all 11 of North Dakota’s public colleges and universities.

Tribal colleges

North Dakota hosts five tribal colleges including United Tribes Technical College (Bismarck), Cankdeska Cikana Community College, Nueta Hidatsa Sahnish College, Sitting Bull College, and Turtle Mountain Community College.

Western Undergraduate Exchange

WUE reciprocity may reduce out-of-state cost for students from participating Western states.

Public university system

North Dakota University System (NDUS) — 11 institutions

NDUS governs all 11 of North Dakota’s public colleges and universities, including UND, NDSU, four regional state universities (Minot, Mayville, Valley City, Dickinson), and the state’s community colleges.

Community college network

NDUS community colleges (5 institutions)

North Dakota operates 5 community colleges within NDUS with formal transfer paths to the four-year universities.

In-state vs. out-of-state tuition

North Dakota in-state public tuition is in the lower-middle range nationally. WUE and the Midwest Student Exchange Program (MSEP) reduce out-of-state cost for some students. Verify with the institution.

Top metros for college search

Where North Dakota's higher-education density concentrates

  • Fargo / Moorhead

    Fargo is the home of North Dakota State University; nearby Moorhead, MN hosts Minnesota State Moorhead and Concordia College (private).

  • Grand Forks

    Grand Forks is the home of the University of North Dakota.

  • Bismarck

    Bismarck (state capital) hosts the University of Mary (private) and United Tribes Technical College (tribal).

  • Minot / Dickinson / Mayville / Valley City

    Regional state universities: Minot State (Minot), Dickinson State (Dickinson), Mayville State (Mayville), and Valley City State (Valley City).

Midwest region overview

What students weigh when searching colleges in North Dakota

Across North Dakota (ND), CampusPin currently indexes 20 institutions: 14 public and 6 private, split between 15 universities and 5 community colleges. Students often balance affordability, campus culture, public systems, and the tradeoff between local value and out-of-state reach.

Use size and setting filters after your first pass to separate flagship, regional, and smaller-campus experiences.
Look closely at support services and career pathways when several schools seem similar on cost.
Keep community-college transfer routes in the mix when price discipline matters from day one.

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North Dakota colleges by program

Jump straight to North Dakota colleges and universities that offer a specific major. Each page compares tuition, acceptance rate, and enrollment for that program across North Dakota.

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Colleges and universities in North Dakota

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How to use the North Dakota hub

Start with CampusPin results filtered to North Dakota so your first pass stays geographically focused.
Use school profiles to compare tuition, admissions, program format, and campus fit before building a shortlist.
If you are looking for lower-cost or transfer-first options, compare community colleges and four-year destinations separately.
Use blog guides and help-center content when you need stronger decision frameworks, not just more schools.

Next actions for North Dakota

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Frequently asked questions

Questions families ask about colleges in North Dakota

Which is the public flagship university in North Dakota?
The University of North Dakota (UND) in Grand Forks is the state’s older flagship-tier institution. North Dakota State University (NDSU) in Fargo is the state’s land-grant institution and is comparable in scale.
How many HBCUs are in North Dakota?
North Dakota has no federally designated HBCUs. The state hosts five tribal colleges serving Native American communities.
How does the North Dakota Career Builders Scholarship work?
The North Dakota Career Builders Scholarship matches qualifying employer contributions to support students in targeted workforce-need fields. Verify current eligibility with the North Dakota University System.

Related blog clusters

Guides that pair well with a North Dakota search

Cost and Financial Aid

College affordability, net price, aid interpretation, borrowing decisions, and budgeting guidance for students and families using CampusPin to compare higher-ed options with more discipline.

Community College

Community-college strategy, affordability, transfer readiness, and credential pathway content for students exploring two-year options through CampusPin.

College Search Strategy

Filter-first search strategy, shortlist building, and planning content for students and parents using CampusPin to discover best-fit colleges and universities.

Help Center

Workflow guides for students searching in North Dakota

Getting Started With CampusPin

A fast orientation to the CampusPin workflow, from your first search through profile review, pins, and next-step planning.

How to Use Filters to Narrow Your College List

A practical help article on how to use CampusPin filters without over-filtering or locking yourself into the wrong criteria too early.

How to Read a CampusPin School Profile

A guide to the major sections inside a CampusPin institution profile and how to interpret them effectively. Each page is designed to connect search intent to clearer next steps, internal links, and more defensible CampusPin decisions.