C+
Above Average
Score: 56/100
Overall (traditional)
B+
Outcome Rating
79/100 · earnings-weighted

North Dakota State College of Science

2-Year Public
📍 Wahpeton, North Dakota 58076
Outcomes
C+
58/100
Affordability
C+
56/100
Resources
B
68/100
Experience
B
71/100
Prestige
D
31/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

3,140
Total Enrollment
50%
Graduation Rate
71%
Retention Rate
12.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$10,225
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near North Dakota State College of Science ▼

9% of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.

The campus ZIP (58076) has no residential market, so these figures average 2 nearby ZIP codes within 6 miles of campus (56520, 58075).

Avg Home Value
$220,485
Avg Monthly Rent
$874
1-Year Change
+6.3%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at North Dakota State College of Science, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$50,513
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$48,800
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$12,000
Median debt at graduation
54.7%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
16.3%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 24% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 93rd percentile among associate-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (ND wage index 0.93). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at North Dakota State College of Science

Median pay of associate's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Agricultural Mechanization$62,531$81,168+32%#1 of 10#3$12,500
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians$56,659$74,744+28%#15 of 176#13$11,554
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$59,229$69,372-14%#888 of 962#886$18,773
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants$41,956$64,660+3%#19 of 34#21$16,090
Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians$45,253$62,920-7%#42 of 59#37$11,000
Precision Metal Working$51,647$61,509+9%#26 of 66#25$11,123
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions$48,565$59,908-3%#156 of 237#153$11,500
Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians$59,489————$12,546
Architectural Engineering Technologies/Technicians—$53,275-4%#6 of 7#7—
Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians$50,780—————
Business Administration, Management and Operations$31,594$47,469-3%#313 of 547#276$10,000
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities$31,521$46,788+6%#236 of 947#203$10,921
Agricultural Business and Management$48,646$45,051-6%#15 of 21#15$11,000
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services—$42,551+1%#318 of 476#302—

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

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🏆 Where North Dakota State College of Science Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥉
Agricultural Mechanics and Equipment/Machine Technology/Technician
of 7 schools
#19
Agricultural Business and Management, General
of 27 schools
#22
Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $4,997 $5,995
Room $3,774
Board $3,884
Total Cost (On-Campus) $17,986 $18,984

Financial Aid

93%
Receive Any Aid
29%
Receive Pell Grants
65%
Take Out Loans
$10,225
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$6,222
$30,001 - $48,000$7,643
$48,001 - $75,000$8,918
$75,001 - $110,000$12,467
$110,001+$13,866

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 71 grads/yr Electrician 60 grads/yr Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician 59 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 39 grads/yr Agricultural Business and Management, General 32 grads/yr Agricultural Mechanics and Equipment/Machine Technology/Technician 27 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 25 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 23 grads/yr Dental Hygiene/Hygienist 18 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 18 grads/yr Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering Technology/Technician 18 grads/yr Plumbing Technology/Plumber 17 grads/yr Dental Assisting/Assistant 16 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, General 14 grads/yr Construction Engineering Technology/Technician 12 grads/yr Pharmacy Technician/Assistant 12 grads/yr Occupational Therapist Assistant 11 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 10 grads/yr Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology/Technician 10 grads/yr Building Construction Technology/Technician 9 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from North Dakota State College of Science's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Signal and track switch repairers
$84k/yr 8,700 jobs
First-line supervisors of construction trades and extraction workers
$79k/yr 921,600 jobs
Electricians
$62k/yr 818,700 jobs
Security and fire alarm systems installers
$59k/yr 85,900 jobs
Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists
$61k/yr 319,900 jobs
Welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers
$51k/yr 457,300 jobs
Welding, soldering, and brazing machine setters, operators, and tenders
$47k/yr 38,900 jobs

Student Demographics

3,140
Total Students
46%
Women
55%
Traditional Age (18-24)
9%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 74%
Hispanic 3%
Black 4%
Asian 1%
Two or More 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 77%
Off-Campus (Renters) 9%
With Family 14%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~295 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 69%
Hybrid (Some Online) 18%
Fully Online 14%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 55%
25-64 (Adult) 9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at North Dakota State College of Science?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend North Dakota State College of Science?
Tuition at North Dakota State College of Science is $4,997 for in-state students and $5,995 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $10,225.
What is the graduation rate at North Dakota State College of Science?
The graduation rate at North Dakota State College of Science is 50%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is North Dakota State College of Science a good school?
North Dakota State College of Science has a Repit College Score of 56/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend North Dakota State College of Science?
North Dakota State College of Science has a total enrollment of 3,140 students.
Is there rental demand near North Dakota State College of Science?
Yes! Approximately 9% of students at North Dakota State College of Science live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 295 students who need rental housing near campus.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology