North Dakota State College Of Science

800 n 6th st, Wahpeton, ND, 58076 - View a map of this school Map

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The North Dakota State College of Science is a comprehensive,associate degree granting college founded on a tradition of quality and integrity. We deliver learner-focused education through a unique and evolving collegiate experience. Using innovative delivery strategies, NDSCS anticipates and responds to statewide and regional needs by providing access to occupational/technical programs, transfer programs, and workforce training. ...

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  • North Dakota State College Of Science
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County Richland County, ND -
Title IV Eligible YES Yes
Carnegie Classification Associate of Arts Colleges Associate of Arts Colleges
Institution Level At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs
Institution Control Public Public
Full-Time Undergraduate 1,746 students 1,020 students
Part-Time Undergraduate 671 students 1,444 students
Total Enrollment 2,417 students 2,213 students
Total Dormitory Capacity 1,485 students 229 students
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid 92% 78%
% Students Receiving Federal Grants 74% 46%
Avg. Amount Of Federal Grants Received $1,875 $2,845
% Students Receiving State/Local Grants 76% 29%
Avg. Amount Of State/Local Grants Received $1,200 $1,273
% Students Receiving Institutional Grants 19% 12%
Avg. Amount Of Institutional Grants Received $250 $1,146
% Students Receiving Loans 77% 38%
Avg. Amount Of Loan Received $3,078 $3,129

School Notes:

  • Since 1922, the North Dakota State College of Science has provided practical, hands-on education for thousands of students who, upon graduation, became available to meet business, professional, and industrial needs. In 1987 North Dakota State School of Science changed its name to North Dakota State College of Science. In the year 1992 the North Dakota State College of Science converted from the quarter system to the semester system and in 1997 Established the Skills & Technology Training Center (STTC) as a regional workforce training center located in Fargo, North Dakota.
  • The North Dakota State College of Science is located in Wahpeton, a progressive city with a population of 8,586 in the southeastern corner of North Dakota. The North Dakota State College of Science features 38 buildings on 125 acres - residence halls, a library, a complete students center, over 20 computer labs, a modern performing arts theater, a swimming pool, weights and exercise equipment and on-campus athletic facilities. Facilities include the latest in equipment in all shops, laboratories and classrooms. A library facility that provides a collection of 90,000 volumes with group and individual study areas. The College has two state-of-the-art Interactive-Video Network (IVN) labs for distance learning from other campuses or locations.
  • North Dakota State College of Science offers education and training designed to enable students to acquire the entry-level vocational/ technical competencies necessary to enter the workforce. The North Dakota State College of Science offers 34 degree programs. Within these degree programs, there are 52 additional emphasis areas which focus on a particular specialty.
  • The college is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association.
  • Profile last updated: 08/22/2008.

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