- Rasmussen University is a private 4-year and 2-year granting College with campuses in Bismarck and Fargo, North Dakota. Rasmussen University offers day, evening, and online programs. Rasmussen College is part of the Rasmussen University, Inc. system.
School Highlights
Rasmussen University-North Dakota serves 628 students (55% 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 34% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 20%.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Enrollment: 628 students
- In-state tuition: $10,764
- Out-state tuition: $10,764
- Acceptance Rate: 86%
- Student:teacher ratio: 10:1
- Minority enrollment: 34%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Overview
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 160% over five years.
Rasmussen University-North Dakota
(ND) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
60 staff
99 staff

Student Body
The student population of Rasmussen University-North Dakota has grown by 19% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 has decreased from 11:1 over five years.
The Rasmussen University-North Dakota diversity score of 0.56 is more than the state average of 0.35. The school's diversity has grown by 5% over five years.
Total Enrollment
628 students
1,216 students

Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1

# Full-Time Students
346 students
468 students

# Part-Time Students
282 students
748 students



# Enrollment Undergraduate
614 students
265 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
337 students
468 students

# Full-Time Graduate Students
9 students
9 students



# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
748 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
259 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
2%

% Asian
2%
1%

% Hispanic
4%
4%

% Black
8%
4%

% White
66%
80%

% Two or more races
2%
4%

% Non Resident races
n/a
3%
% Unknown races
16%
2%


Diversity Score
0.56
0.35

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
38%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.31%
0.31%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$33,100
$38,300

Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $10,764 is more than the state average of $4,270. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $10,764 is more than the state average of $7,571. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$10,764
$4,270

Out-State Tuition Fees
$10,764
$7,571

% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
92%
92%

Median Debt for Graduates
$20,000
$10,754

Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,332
$5,500

Acceptance Rate
86%
86%

Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Rasmussen Universityis dedicated to serving our communities by recognizing the diverse needs of individuals. We encourage personal and professional development through respect, appreciation, and a commitment to general education as a foundation for life-long learning. As an institution of higher learning, the College is committed to preparing students to be active, productive and successful contributors to a global community.Rasmussen Universitywas founded in Fargo, North Dakota, in 1902 by Mr. & Mrs. H. H. Aaker. Due to the specialized course offerings and individualized attention atRasmussen, the College quickly gained success and strong student enrollment. In 1905, a second campus location opened in Grand Forks, North Dakota. The Aaker's family chose to focus their attention on the Grand Forks location in 1912 and sold the Fargo Campus to another college system. Programs offered atRasmussenincludes Accounting, Banking & Finance, Business Management, Sales & Marketing, Travel Business Management, Executive Administrative Assistant, Legal Office Specialist, and Medical Office Specialist.Rasmussen Universitystrives to provide life-long learning skills and values to its students. As such, many graduates elect to pursue additional education, certifications, and degrees after completing anRasmussenprogram. Our specialty is career training designed to provide you with maximum job placement potential in a short amount of time. Taking an online program fromRasmussen Universityis a great way to broaden your career opportunities without sacrificing time for your family, job or activities. Online classes allow you to do your coursework when it's most convenient for you, in a time that is flexible to accommodate your other responsibilities. Programs offered includes Online Accounting Program, Online Allied Health Programs, Online Business Management Programs and Online Crime Management Program. Rasmussen University is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS) and is operating by authorization of the North Dakota State Board for Vocational and Technical Education.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Rasmussen University-North Dakota cost?
Rasmussen University-North Dakota's tuition is approximately $10,764 for In-State students and $10,764 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of Rasmussen University-North Dakota?
The acceptance rate of Rasmussen University-North Dakota is 86%, which is equal to the state average of 86%.
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