North Dakota State University (NDSU) is an accredited, public research university located in Fargo, North Dakota. The university was founded in 1890 and is the largest university in the state, with a student population of more than 14,000. NDSU offers over 120 undergraduate programs, more than 90 doctorate, professional, and graduate degrees, along with numerous certificates. Its commitment to rigorous academics and research has earned it national recognition, including designation as a Carnegie doctoral/research university, distinguished by its data-driven approaches and comprehensive academic programs, world-class research, and economic development initiatives. The university also continues to partner with companies and organizations to expand its reach and develop new industry partnerships.
- Address: 1301 12th Avenue North, Fargo, ND 58108-6050
- Phone: (701) 231-8011
- Website: https://www.ndsu.edu/
- Type: Public, 4-year
- Student Population: 12,846
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio: 19 to 1
- Calendar System: Semester
- Application Fee: $35
- Selectivity: Less Selective
Cost
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
| Tuition and Fees | $10,168 | $14,471 |
| Books and Supplies | $800 | $800 |
| Room & Board | $8,878 | $8,878 |
| Other | $3,400 | $3,400 |
| Total Cost | $23,246 | $27,549 |
Admissions
- Acceptance Rate: 94%
- SAT Range: 1028 – 1243
- ACT Range: 20 – 26
Majors
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
- Mechanical Engineering
- Pharmaceutical Sciences
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General
- Human Development and Family Studies, General
EnrollmentAttendance Status
- Full-time: 88%
- Part-time: 12%
Student Gender
- Male: 51%
- Female: 49%
Student Race/Ethnicity
- American Indian or Alaskan: 1%
- Asian: 2%
- Black or African American: 3%
- Hispanic / Latino: 3%
- Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0%
- White: 83%
- Two or More Races: 4%
- Unknown: 1%
- Non-resident Alien: 5%
Student Age
- 24 and Under: 96%
- 25 and Over: 4%
- Age Unknown: 0%
Student Residence
- In-State: 35%
- Out-of-State: 65%
- Unknown: 0%