North Dakota State University-Main Campus
North Dakota State University
Fargo, North Dakota 58108-6050
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for business — excellent value
North Dakota State University-Main Campus is a public institution in Fargo with particular strength in business and health sciences. With an average SAT of 1120, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 9.6K undergraduates with a 18:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
64% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $62,203 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $16,334.
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More About This School
Varsity Sports — North Dakota
History & Fun Facts
- •NDAC was established as North Dakota's land-grant institution.
- •Stockbridge became the first NDAC president and the board of trustees was formed.
- •The first class of students were admitted on September 8, 1891.
- •College Hall (Old Main) was completed in 1892 and was the first building on campus.
Source: Wikipedia
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Admissions
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Typical Application Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
47.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
-3.1%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$16,750
Programs (232)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
77%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
72
Peer Average
92
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from ND state average + city premium