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North Dakota State University

Fargo, North Dakota · Public

95%acceptance rate
1130–1430SAT middle 50%
19–25ACT middle 50%
$16,461average net price, in-state

North Dakota State University admitted 95% of 7,228 applicants (Common Data Set 2024-2025). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1130–1430 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 64% of students graduate within six years.

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Early decision and early action

North Dakota State University doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.

What admissions weighs

How North Dakota State University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.

Very important

  • GPA

Important

  • –

Considered

  • Test scores

Not considered

  • Course rigor
  • Class rank
  • Essay
  • Recommendations
  • Interview
  • Activities
  • Talent or ability
  • Character
  • First generation
  • Legacy
  • State residency
  • Religion
  • Volunteering
  • Work experience
  • Showing interest

High school GPA

First-year students averaged a 3.52 GPA. 17% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.

  • 4.09%
  • 3.75–3.9930%
  • 3.50–3.7420%
  • 3.25–3.4914%
  • 3.00–3.2412%
  • 2.50–2.9913%
  • 2.00–2.491%
  • Under 2.00.1%

Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.

What it costs

Full price with housing is $24,698 in-state and $29,352 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $16,461 on average (in-state).

Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:

  • $0–30k$10,647
  • $30–48k$12,429
  • $48–75k$14,166
  • $75–110k$17,427
  • $110k+$19,218

Quick answers

What is North Dakota State University’s acceptance rate?

North Dakota State University admitted 95% of applicants: 6,864 of 7,228 (Common Data Set 2024-2025).

What SAT score do you need for North Dakota State University?

The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1130 to 1430, with a median around 1280. A score at or above 1280 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.

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