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.

Best North Dakota Community Colleges (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 11 community colleges serving 14,303 students in North Dakota (6 public colleges and 5 private colleges).
The average tuition for community colleges in North Dakota is approximately $4,431 per year for in-state students and $7,084 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $10,764 per year (view national tuition costs).
The top-ranked community colleges in California include The Salon Professional Academy-Fargo.
North Dakota community colleges have a diversity score of 0.54, which is lower than the national average of 0.74 (compared to national diversity statistics).
Minority enrollment is 34%, with the majority being Black or Hispanic and the student:teacher ratio is 14:1.

Top Ranked North Dakota Community Colleges (2025)

College
Location
Students
The Salon Professional Academy-Fargo
Private for-profit
4377 15th Ave South
Fargo, ND 58103
(701) 451-9100
| 128 students
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.
Public
1500 Edwards Ave.
Bismarck, ND 58506
(701) 224-5400
| 4,065 students
214 1st Ave
Fort Totten, ND 58335
(701) 766-4415
| 248 students
Dakota College at Bottineau
Dakota College at Bottineau Photo
Public
105 Simrall Blvd
Bottineau, ND 58318
(701) 228-2277
| 1,378 students
The Hair Academy
Private for-profit
2101 East Broadway Avenue
Bismarck, ND 58501
(701) 255-3547
| 71 students
Josef's School of Hair, Skin & Body-Fargo
Private for-profit
3223 13 AVE S, Ste A
Fargo, ND 58103
(701) 235-9910
| 60 students
Josef's School of Hair, Skin & Body-Grand Forks
Private for-profit
2011 South Washington ST
Grand Forks, ND 58201
(701) 235-9910
| 36 students
Lake Region State College
Public
1801 College Dr N
Devils Lake, ND 58301
(701) 662-1600
| 2,480 students
800 N 6th St
Wahpeton, ND 58076
(701) 671-2403
| 3,803 students
Rasmussen University-North Dakota
Private for-profit
4012 19th Avenue SW
Fargo, ND 58103
(701) 277-3889
| 718 students
Williston State College
Williston State College Photo - WSC competes in 6 varsity sports. Hockey, Men's and Women's basketball, baseball, softball and volleyball.
Public
1410 University Avenue
Williston, ND 58801
(701) 774-4200
| 1,316 students

Overview

This State (ND)
Total Faculty
99 staff
Number of Programs Offered
137

Student Body

Total Enrollment
1,081 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
# Full-Time Students
330 students
# Part-Time Students
751 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
248 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
330 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
12 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
751 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
259 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
% Asian
1%
% Hispanic
4%
% Black
4%
% White
66%
% Hawaiian
4%
% Two or more races
4%
% Non Resident races
2%
% Unknown races
14%
Diversity Score
0.54
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
45%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
55%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$38,300

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

In-State Tuition Fees
$4,431
Out-State Tuition Fees
$7,084
Private State Tuition Fees
$10,764
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
94%
Median Debt for Graduates
$10,754
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
92%
SAT Total Avg.
1,535
SAT Reading
520
SAT Math
545
SAT Writing
470
ACT Total Avg.
64
ACT Composite
19
ACT English
18
ACT Math
20
ACT Writing
7

Frequently Asked Questions

How many community colleges are located in North Dakota?
There are 11 community colleges serving 14,303 students in North Dakota.
How much do community colleges cost in North Dakota?
The average tuition for community colleges in North Dakota is approximately $4,431 per year for in-state students and $7,084 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $10,764.
What are the top ranked community colleges in North Dakota?
The top-ranked community colleges in North Dakota include The Salon Professional Academy-Fargo.
What is community college diversity score in North Dakota?
Community colleges in North Dakota have a diversity score of 0.54, which is lower than the national average of 0.74 (compared to national diversity statistics).
How diverse are community college in North Dakota?
Community colleges in North Dakota have approximately 34% minority enrollment, with the majority being Black or Hispanic.

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