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College costs in North Dakota

Last checked: 2026-10-26

This page lists the 1 pilot school in North Dakota that is covered in this pilot. The lowest published total cost among them is $26,243 at University of North Dakota, for one year, in state. The full list of 300 pilot schools is on the homepage, and selection for the pilot is explained on the methodology page.

North Dakota averages

FigureAverage
Total cost for one year, in state$26,243
Total cost for one year, out of state$30,862
Average net price for one year$18,227
Acceptance rate77.1%

Averages on this page are simple averages across the pilot schools in North Dakota that publish each figure. They describe the schools listed on this site, not every college in the state.

Schools in North Dakota ranked by total cost

SchoolCityTotal cost, in stateTotal cost, out of stateAverage net price
University of North DakotaGrand Forks$26,243$30,862$18,227

Schools in North Dakota ranked by acceptance rate

SchoolAcceptance rate, fall 2023ApplicantsAdmitted
University of North Dakota77.1%7,4375,733

Frequently asked questions

How much does college cost in North Dakota?

Across the 1 pilot school in North Dakota that publishes a total cost, the simple average total cost for one year is $26,243 for in state students. Individual schools on this page range from $26,243 upward.

What is the cheapest pilot school in North Dakota on this site?

By published total cost for one year, the lowest is University of North Dakota at $26,243 for in state students. Average net price can change the order, because grant aid differs by school.

What is the average acceptance rate in North Dakota?

Across the 1 pilot school in North Dakota that publishes a rate, the simple average acceptance rate is 77.1% for fall 2023.

Are these every college in North Dakota?

No. This pilot covers 300 schools nationwide, chosen by measured search demand, selectivity, and enrollment, with at least one school in every state. The North Dakota page lists only the pilot schools in the state.

Sources: the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System and College Scorecard, United States Department of Education. See the methodology page for sources, years, and how averages are worked out.