The average community college acceptance rate in North Dakota is approximately 86% per year (2026).
The most selective college in North Dakota is currently Dakota College at Bottineau, with an acceptance rate of 70%.
Acceptance Rate Range: 70%
95%
Avg. Acceptance Rate: 86%
Most Selective Community Colleges in North Dakota (2026)
College
Acceptance Rate
Location
Rank: #11.
Dakota College at Bottineau ![Dakota College at Bottineau Photo]( "Dakota College at Bottineau Photo")
Public
Acceptance Rate: 70%
105 Simrall Blvd
Bottineau, ND 58318
(701) 228-2277
Bottineau, ND 58318
(701) 228-2277
Rank: #22.
Williston State College ![Williston State College Photo - WSC competes in 6 varsity sports. Hockey, Men's and Women's basketball, baseball, softball and volleyball.]( "Williston State College Photo - WSC competes in 6 varsity sports. Hockey, Men's and Women's basketball, baseball, softball and volleyball.")
Public
Acceptance Rate: 85%
1410 University Avenue
Williston, ND 58801
(701) 774-4200
Williston, ND 58801
(701) 774-4200
Rank: #33.
Bismarck State College ![Bismarck State College Photo - Two students walking across the bridge near Schafer Hall, enjoying a beautiful day on Bismarck State College's vibrant campus-where connections are made, and futures are built.]( "Bismarck State College Photo - Two students walking across the bridge near Schafer Hall, enjoying a beautiful day on Bismarck State College's vibrant campus-where connections are made, and futures are built.")
Public
Acceptance Rate: 92%
1500 Edwards Ave.
Bismarck, ND 58506
(701) 224-5400
Bismarck, ND 58506
(701) 224-5400
Rank: #44.
Acceptance Rate: 95%
800 N 6th St
Wahpeton, ND 58076
(701) 671-2403
Wahpeton, ND 58076
(701) 671-2403
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the North Dakota average community college acceptance rate?
The North Dakota average community college acceptance rate is 86% for 2026.
What are the most selective community college in North Dakota?
The most selective community college in North Dakota include Dakota College at Bottineau, Williston State College and Bismarck State College.
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