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University of North Dakota

Type 4 year, Public
Campus locale City: Small
Degrees offered Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Medium
Common app member Yes
Dormitory capacity 4,588
Student to faculty ratio 17 to 1
Acceptance rate 89%
Students retention rate 77%
On-time graduation rate 62%

Located in Grand Forks, North Dakota, UND is a public, institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

The acceptance rate of 89% indicates that UND is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

University of North Dakota is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

UND boasts an impressive student retention rate of 77% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 69% and 72%, respectively.


  • Accredited by: Higher Learning Commission
  • The institution provides on-campus housing

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

89%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$10,596

Cost of attendance at University of North Dakota in 2022 for students from North Dakota.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

North Dakota's average $7,345
National average $8,573

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$15,037

Cost of attendance at University of North Dakota in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

North Dakota's average $9,639
National average $18,862

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 83 of freshman students at University of North Dakota received on average $5,576 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$5,576
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 265 17% $4,287 $1,136,028
Other Federal Grant 423 27% $3,759 $1,590,118
State Grant/Scholarships 451 29% $2,352 $1,060,542
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 1,142 73% $4,032 $4,604,109
Total Grant & Scholarships 1,301 83% $5,576 $7,254,769

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of University of North Dakota students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of University of North Dakota students is 61.8%. Female students graduated at a rate of 65.9%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 57.7%.

61.8%

  • asian 56.0% 14 students
  • African American 39.3% 11 students
  • white 63.4% 1,022 students
  • unknown 69.6% 16 students
  • hispanic 51.9% 27 students
  • International Students 54.0% 27 students
  • Mixed Race 55.2% 32 students

Sport Conferences

  • Football Missouri Valley Conference
  • Basketball The Summit League
  • Track and Cross Country The Summit League

Athletic Associations

  • NCAA
    National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

University of North Dakota provides the following additional services to its students
  • On-campus day care for students' children
  • Remedial services
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

University of North Dakota offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Weekend/evening classes
  • Study abroad
  • Teacher certification
  • ROTC - Army
  • ROTC - Air Force

Veteran Services

  • Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Recognized student veteran organization
  • Credit for military training
  • Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)