University of Jamestown Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
University of Jamestown is a private research university in Jamestown, North Dakota, enrolling about 1,041 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 88.08% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $56,621 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $24,990
- 2024 Average Net Price: $19,567 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 88.08% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,041 94.2% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 49.04%
- Carnegie Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges: Arts & Sciences Focus
- First-Generation Students: 28.2%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 2.6% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 3.7% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 100.0%
- Average ACT Score: 21
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 1,234
- Applicants (IPEDS): 1,047
- Room & Board: $9,990 annual estimate
University of Jamestown: what the data shows
Common questions about University of Jamestown, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is University of Jamestown?
University of Jamestown is located in Jamestown, ND (ZIP 58405).
NCES locale classification: Town remote.
Is University of Jamestown public or private?
University of Jamestown is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does University of Jamestown cost?
Published tuition: $24,990.
Average net price after aid: $19,567.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $14,788 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $14,826 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $18,260 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $20,408 |
| $110,001+ | $21,448 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $99,960.
How hard is it to get into University of Jamestown?
Admission rate: 88.08%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: midpoint ACT 21.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is University of Jamestown?
Total enrollment: 1,041 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 1,234 students.
Graduate enrollment: 327 students.
About 94% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at University of Jamestown?
150%-time completion rate: 49.04%.
First-year retention: 67.3%.
What do graduates of University of Jamestown earn?
Median earnings: $51,151 six years after entry; $56,621 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $27,000.
25.52% of students receive Pell grants.
What is University of Jamestown known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Educational Leadership and Administration, General (45 completions)
- Physical Therapy/Therapist (29 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (29 completions)
- Exercise Science and Kinesiology (28 completions)
- Organizational Leadership (26 completions)
- Curriculum and Instruction (24 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (17 completions)
- Psychology, General (13 completions)
- Elementary Education and Teaching (9 completions)
- Sport and Fitness Administration/Management (9 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is University of Jamestown a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 88.08%; completion rate 49.04%; median earnings $56,621 at 10 years; net price $19,567. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$24,990
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at University of Jamestown was $24,990.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$19,567
2024 Value
In 2024 University of Jamestown had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $19,567.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$78,268 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$19,567 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$99,960 4-Year Tuition
$9,990 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,300 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$36,280 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$145,120 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for University of Jamestown.
Financial Aid by Income Level
25.52% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
61.41% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at University of Jamestown was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for University of Jamestown in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $18,494 | $18,494 | $15,555 |
| 2014 | $19,170 | $19,170 | $16,705 |
| 2015 | $19,870 | $19,870 | $13,298 |
| 2016 | $20,480 | $20,480 | $16,848 |
| 2017 | $21,158 | $21,158 | $18,109 |
| 2018 | $21,976 | $21,976 | $19,177 |
| 2019 | $22,428 | $22,428 | $19,413 |
| 2020 | $23,498 | $23,498 | $19,603 |
| 2021 | $23,498 | $23,498 | $20,087 |
| 2022 | $24,200 | $24,200 | $19,586 |
| 2023 | $24,820 | $24,820 | $20,318 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
88.08% Acceptance Rate
1,047 Total Applicants
979 Students Admitted
251 First-Time Students Enrolled
25.64% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
ACT Average: 21
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
University of Jamestown reported total enrollment of about 1,041 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 56% male and 44% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (72.0%), Hispanic or Latino (7.3%), and Race/ethnicity unknown (7.3%). About 25.52% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 28.2% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
94.2% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at University of Jamestown in 2024 is 1,041 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 1,234 students. Graduate enrollment is about 327 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
67.3%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 72.0%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
37.16% 100% Completion Time
49.04% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 37.16% of students graduating from University of Jamestown completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Educational Leadership and Administration, General: 16% male / 84% female
- Physical Therapy/Therapist: 55% male / 45% female
- Business Administration and Management, General: 83% male / 17% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for University of Jamestown.
Return on Investment
$27,000 Median Student Debt
$56,621 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
47.69% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
623.42% Return on Investment
4.8 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for University of Jamestown.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 40 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Educational Leadership and Administration, General: 45 completions
2. Physical Therapy/Therapist: 29 completions
3. Business Administration and Management, General: 29 completions
4. Exercise Science and Kinesiology: 28 completions
5. Organizational Leadership: 26 completions
6. Curriculum and Instruction: 24 completions
7. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 17 completions
8. Psychology, General: 13 completions
9. Elementary Education and Teaching: 9 completions
Most popular programs at University of Jamestown.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for University of Jamestown graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for University of Jamestown from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 100.0%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $7,294
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $10,448
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
University of Jamestown is a private non-profit institution located in Jamestown, ND, classified as Baccalaureate Colleges: Arts & Sciences Focus. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Educational Leadership and Administration, General, Physical Therapy/Therapist, Business Administration and Management, General. Enrollment is approximately 1,041 students. Student body composition includes White (72.0%), Hispanic or Latino (7.3%), Race/ethnicity unknown (7.3%). The admission rate is 88.08%. Average ACT scores for admitted students are 21. The 150%-time completion rate is 49.04%. Approximately 25.52% of students receive Pell Grants. About 28.2% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges: Arts & Sciences Focus
Location
Jamestown, ND 58405
Region: Plains
Insights and Analysis
University of Jamestown provides educational opportunities for students seeking higher education. Prospective students should carefully evaluate all factors including costs, outcomes, and program offerings when making their enrollment decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is University of Jamestown located?
University of Jamestown is located in Jamestown, ND.
What is University of Jamestown's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at University of Jamestown is 88.1% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 1,047 applicants and 979 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does University of Jamestown cost?
Reported tuition is $24,990 and average net price is $19,567 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $9,990 annually.
What is the student body demographics at University of Jamestown?
University of Jamestown reports undergraduate enrollment of about 1,234 students, White (72.0%), Hispanic or Latino (7.3%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend University of Jamestown?
About 28.2% of students at University of Jamestown are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for University of Jamestown?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, University of Jamestown reports midpoint ACT about 21.
What do graduates of University of Jamestown earn?
Median earnings are $51,151 six years after entry and $56,621 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at University of Jamestown?
The 150%-time completion rate is 49.0% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do University of Jamestown students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $27,000.
Is University of Jamestown public or private?
University of Jamestown is a private nonprofit institution located in Jamestown, ND.
Is University of Jamestown an HBCU?
No. University of Jamestown is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is University of Jamestown a tribal college?
No. University of Jamestown is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- North Dakota college costs
- North Dakota colleges by ROI
- Plains regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in North Dakota
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.