University of North Dakota Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
University of North Dakota is a public research university in Grand Forks, North Dakota, serving roughly 9,981 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 76.90% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $63,552 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $10,951
- 2024 Average Net Price: $18,551 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 76.90% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 9,981 77.1% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 60.48%
- Carnegie Classification: Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity
- First-Generation Students: 19.1%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 0.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 7.4% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 92.5%
- Average ACT Score: 23
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 14,876
- Applicants (IPEDS): 7,437
- Room & Board: $11,390 annual estimate
University of North Dakota: what the data shows
Common questions about University of North Dakota, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is University of North Dakota?
University of North Dakota is located in Grand Forks, ND (ZIP 58202-8193).
NCES locale classification: Town.
Is University of North Dakota public or private?
University of North Dakota is a Public institution.
How much does University of North Dakota cost?
Published tuition: $10,951 in-state, $15,570 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $18,551.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $13,126 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $12,251 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $15,206 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $18,981 |
| $110,001+ | $20,730 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $43,804.
How hard is it to get into University of North Dakota?
Admission rate: 76.90%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: midpoint ACT 23.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is University of North Dakota?
Total enrollment: 9,981 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 14,876 students.
Graduate enrollment: 3,986 students.
About 77% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at University of North Dakota?
150%-time completion rate: 60.48%.
First-year retention: 84.0%.
What do graduates of University of North Dakota earn?
Median earnings: $54,588 six years after entry; $63,552 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $22,057.
17.15% of students receive Pell grants.
What is University of North Dakota known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General (320 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (254 completions)
- Social Work (135 completions)
- Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist (121 completions)
- Psychology, General (110 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (108 completions)
- General Studies (97 completions)
- Special Education and Teaching, General (94 completions)
- Communication and Media Studies (87 completions)
- Accounting (87 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is University of North Dakota a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 76.90%; completion rate 60.48%; median earnings $63,552 at 10 years; net price $18,551. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$10,951
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at University of North Dakota was $10,951.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$18,551
2024 Value
In 2024 University of North Dakota had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $18,551.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$74,204 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$18,551 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$43,804 4-Year In-State Tuition
$62,280 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$11,390 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$800 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$23,141 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$92,564 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for University of North Dakota.
Financial Aid by Income Level
17.15% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
41.09% 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 North Dakota 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 North Dakota 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 | $7,508 | $17,794 | $16,520 |
| 2014 | $7,741 | $18,409 | $16,289 |
| 2015 | $7,965 | $18,899 | $16,400 |
| 2016 | $8,136 | $19,290 | $15,045 |
| 2017 | $8,447 | $20,047 | $15,056 |
| 2018 | $8,695 | $20,759 | $15,970 |
| 2019 | $9,736 | $15,895 | $15,738 |
| 2020 | $10,276 | $14,546 | $16,966 |
| 2021 | $10,596 | $15,037 | $17,424 |
| 2022 | $10,951 | $15,570 | $17,681 |
| 2023 | $10,951 | $15,570 | $18,998 |
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
76.90% Acceptance Rate
7,437 Total Applicants
5,733 Students Admitted
1,766 First-Time Students Enrolled
30.80% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
ACT Average: 23
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 North Dakota reported total enrollment of about 9,981 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 55% male and 45% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (78.1%), Hispanic or Latino (6.0%), and Two or More Races (4.5%). About 17.15% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 19.1% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
77.1% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at University of North Dakota in 2024 is 9,981 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 14,876 students. Graduate enrollment is about 3,986 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
84.0%
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 78.1%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
39.13% 100% Completion Time
60.48% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 39.13% of students graduating from University of North Dakota completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General: 88% male / 12% female
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 13% male / 87% female
- Social Work: 6% male / 94% 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 North Dakota.
Return on Investment
$22,057 Median Student Debt
$63,552 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
34.71% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
756.45% Return on Investment
3.5 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for University of North Dakota.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 138 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General: 320 completions
2. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 254 completions
3. Social Work: 135 completions
4. Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist: 121 completions
5. Psychology, General: 110 completions
6. Business Administration and Management, General: 108 completions
7. General Studies: 97 completions
8. Special Education and Teaching, General: 94 completions
9. Communication and Media Studies: 87 completions
Most popular programs at University of North Dakota.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for University of North Dakota graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for University of North Dakota from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 92.5%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $10,049
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $18,456
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 North Dakota is a public institution located in Grand Forks, ND, classified as Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Social Work. Enrollment is approximately 9,981 students. Student body composition includes White (78.1%), Hispanic or Latino (6.0%), Two or More Races (4.5%). The admission rate is 76.90%. Average ACT scores for admitted students are 23. The 150%-time completion rate is 60.48%. Approximately 17.15% of students receive Pell Grants. About 19.1% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity
Location
Grand Forks, ND 58202-8193
Region: Plains
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 138 distinct degree programs, University of North Dakota provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is University of North Dakota located?
University of North Dakota is located in Grand Forks, ND.
What is University of North Dakota's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at University of North Dakota is 76.9% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 7,437 applicants and 5,733 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does University of North Dakota cost?
Reported tuition is $10,951 and average net price is $18,551 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $11,390 annually.
What is the student body demographics at University of North Dakota?
University of North Dakota reports undergraduate enrollment of about 14,876 students, White (78.1%), Hispanic or Latino (6.0%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend University of North Dakota?
About 19.1% of students at University of North Dakota are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for University of North Dakota?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, University of North Dakota reports midpoint ACT about 23.
What do graduates of University of North Dakota earn?
Median earnings are $54,588 six years after entry and $63,552 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at University of North Dakota?
The 150%-time completion rate is 60.5% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do University of North Dakota students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $22,057.
Is University of North Dakota public or private?
University of North Dakota is a public institution located in Grand Forks, ND.
Is University of North Dakota an HBCU?
No. University of North Dakota is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is University of North Dakota a tribal college?
No. University of North Dakota 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
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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.