PrivateTownUniversity of Jamestown
UJ Jimmies
Jamestown, North Dakota 58405
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for business — close-knit campus
University of Jamestown is a private institution in Jamestown with particular strength in business and health sciences.
A small campus of 947 undergraduates with a 9:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.
44% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $56,621 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $20,318.
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Jimmies
History & Fun Facts
- •History The Unruh and Sheldon Center for Business and Computer Science The University of Jamestown was founded as Jamestown College in 1883, but closed during the depression of 1893.
- •The school reopened in 1909 and has remained in operation ever since.
- •In 1979, Jamestown College's football team went to the NAIA National Championships.
- •In 2013, in light of a new master's program and applied doctorate degree program, Jamestown College changed its name to the University of Jamestown.
Source: Wikipedia
Admissions
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
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
37.0%
Median Debt at Grad
$15,897
Programs (48)
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
64%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
5
Peer Average
3
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus security, emergency notification system
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