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Colleges and Universities in North Dakota
20 degree-granting colleges and universities in North Dakota that take part in federal student aid programs, from the U.S. Department of Education.
- Colleges20
- Public146 private
- Four-year155 two-year
- Online programs19Report at least one fully online program
Widely offered majors in North Dakota: Business Administration (17), Nursing (14), Elementary Education (12), Secondary Education (11), Criminal Justice (11), Kinesiology and Exercise Science (10).
| College | City | Type | Level | Online programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bismarck State College | Bismarck | Public | Four-year | Yes |
| Cankdeska Cikana Community College | Fort Totten | Public | Two-year | Yes |
| Dakota College at Bottineau | Bottineau | Public | Two-year | Yes |
| Dickinson State University | Dickinson | Public | Four-year | Yes |
| Lake Region State College | Devils Lake | Public | Two-year | Yes |
| Mayville State University | Mayville | Public | Four-year | Yes |
| Minot State University | Minot | Public | Four-year | Yes |
| North Dakota State College of Science | Wahpeton | Public | Two-year | Yes |
| North Dakota State University-Main Campus | Fargo | Public | Four-year | Yes |
| Nueta Hidatsa Sahnish College | New Town | Public | Four-year | No |
| Rasmussen University-North Dakota | Fargo | Private for-profit | Four-year | Yes |
| Sitting Bull College | Fort Yates | Public | Four-year | Yes |
| Trinity Bible College and Graduate School | Ellendale | Private nonprofit | Four-year | Yes |
| Turtle Mountain Community College | Belcourt | Private nonprofit | Four-year | Yes |
| United Tribes Technical College | Bismarck | Private nonprofit | Four-year | Yes |
| University of Jamestown | Jamestown | Private nonprofit | Four-year | Yes |
| University of Mary | Bismarck | Private nonprofit | Four-year | Yes |
| University of North Dakota | Grand Forks | Public | Four-year | Yes |
| Valley City State University | Valley City | Public | Four-year | Yes |
| Williston State College | Williston | Public | Two-year | Yes |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, National Center for Education Statistics, Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), IPEDS 2024-25 institutional characteristics (HD2024, IC2024). Links go to each school’s official website as reported to IPEDS. “Online programs” means the school reported at least one program offered entirely by distance education.
Colleges in North Dakota: frequently asked questions
How many colleges are in North Dakota?
North Dakota has 20 degree-granting colleges and universities that take part in federal student aid programs, according to the latest U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS) data.
How many public colleges are in North Dakota?
14 public, 5 private nonprofit and 1 private for-profit.
How many community colleges and two-year colleges are in North Dakota?
5 two-year colleges, including public two-year colleges such as Cankdeska Cikana Community College, Dakota College at Bottineau, Lake Region State College, North Dakota State College of Science, and Williston State College.
How many four-year colleges and universities are in North Dakota?
15 four-year colleges and universities, and 11 schools in North Dakota offer graduate programs.
Which colleges in North Dakota offer online programs?
19 colleges in North Dakota reported offering at least one program entirely online. Use the college search with “Offers fully online programs” to see them, and check each school for specific online programs.
Which cities in North Dakota have the most colleges?
Bismarck (3), Fargo (2), Fort Totten (1), Bottineau (1), and Dickinson (1).
What majors are most widely offered at colleges in North Dakota?
Among the 109 majors in this guide, the most widely offered in North Dakota are Business Administration (17 schools), Nursing (14 schools), Elementary Education (12 schools), Secondary Education (11 schools), Criminal Justice (11 schools), and Kinesiology and Exercise Science (10 schools).
How do I find a college in North Dakota that offers my major?
Use the college search with the state set to North Dakota and choose your major, or filter by city or ZIP code.
Where does this list of North Dakota colleges come from?
From the U.S. Department of Education’s IPEDS data (IPEDS 2024-25 institutional characteristics (HD2024, IC2024)). Confirm programs, costs and admission requirements on each school’s official website.
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