- Bismarck State College, the third largest college in the North Dakota University System, is a comprehensive community college providing student-centered learning in these areas: transfer courses, technical programs, online classes and programs, corporate and continuing education, and workforce training.Bismarck State College, an innovative community college, offers high quality education, workforce training, and enrichment programs reaching local and global communities.
School Highlights
Bismarck State College serves 3,716 students (53% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the state community college average of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the state average of 20%.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Enrollment: 3,716 students
- In-state tuition: $3,520
- Out-state tuition: $8,200
- Student:teacher ratio: 10:1
- Minority enrollment: 10%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Bismarck State College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 373 teachers has grown by 81% over five years.
Bismarck State College
(ND) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
373 staff
99 staff

School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Bismarck State College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Bismarck State College diversity score of 0.19 is less than the state average of 0.35. The school's diversity has declined by 24% over five years.
Total Enrollment
3,716 students
1,216 students

Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1

# Full-Time Students
1,955 students
468 students

# Part-Time Students
1,761 students
748 students



# Enrollment Undergraduate
265 students
265 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,955 students
468 students

# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
9 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,761 students
748 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
438 students
259 students

% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
2%

% Asian
1%
1%

% Hispanic
3%
4%

% Black
1%
4%

% White
90%
80%

% Two or more races
3%
4%

% Non Resident races
n/a
3%

% Unknown races
1%
2%


Diversity Score
0.19
0.35

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
32%
32%

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
5.38%
0.31%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$45,500
$38,300

Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $3,520 is less than the state average of $4,270. The in-state tuition has declined by 8% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $8,200 is more than the state average of $7,571. The out-state tuition has declined by 7% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,520
$4,270

Out-State Tuition Fees
$8,200
$7,571

% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
83%
92%

Median Debt for Graduates
$11,141
$10,754

Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,500

Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Bismarck State College cost?
Bismarck State College's tuition is approximately $3,520 for In-State students and $8,200 for Out-State students.
What schools are Bismarck State College often compared to?
Bismarck State Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Dakota College at Bottineau by visitors of our site.
What is Bismarck State College's ranking?
Bismarck State College ranks among the top 20% of community college in North Dakota for: Largest student body.
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