C
Average
Score: 49/100
Overall (traditional)
C+
Outcome Rating
58/100 · earnings-weighted

University of Jamestown

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Jamestown, North Dakota 58405
University of Jamestown campus, Jamestown, ND
University of Jamestown campus, Jamestown, ND. Photo: LinkTiger, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 44%
Outcomes
C+
61/100
Affordability
F
27/100
Resources
C+
57/100
Experience
A
82/100
Prestige
F
22/100

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

1,215
Total Enrollment
44%
Graduation Rate
64%
Retention Rate
9.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
94%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at University of Jamestown, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$56,621
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$51,151
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$27,000
Median debt at graduation
49%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
21
Median ACT
25.5%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 48% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 62nd percentile among bachelor’s-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 University of Jamestown

Median pay of bachelor'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
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$74,094$74,007-17%#900 of 966#905$27,955
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness—$65,831+21%#60 of 610#49$27,000
Business Administration, Management and Operations$47,850$61,462-10%#742 of 1176#688$24,500
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods$49,608$49,410+4%#269 of 680#278$27,000
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas—$48,203-6%#246 of 345#255—

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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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $24,000 $24,000
Room $4,130
Board $4,440
Total Cost (On-Campus) $38,240 $38,240

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
23%
Receive Pell Grants
64%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Educational Leadership and Administration, General 45 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 29 grads/yr Physical Therapy/Therapist 29 grads/yr Exercise Science and Kinesiology 28 grads/yr Organizational Leadership 26 grads/yr Curriculum and Instruction 24 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 17 grads/yr Psychology, General 13 grads/yr Accounting 9 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 9 grads/yr Sport and Fitness Administration/Management 9 grads/yr Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology, Other 7 grads/yr History, General 6 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 6 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, General 5 grads/yr Communication, General 5 grads/yr Mechanical Engineering 5 grads/yr Medical Informatics 4 grads/yr Information Technology 4 grads/yr Behavioral Aspects of Health 4 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from University of Jamestown's top programs commonly pursue.

Education administrators, kindergarten through secondary
$104k/yr 333,300 jobs
Education administrators, postsecondary
$104k/yr 226,600 jobs
Education administrators, all other
$89k/yr 60,200 jobs
Education and childcare administrators, preschool and daycare
$56k/yr 90,200 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs

Student Demographics

1,215
Total Students
47%
Women
94%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 67%
Hispanic 7%
Black 2%
Asian 1%
Two or More 3%
Non-Resident 5%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 66%
Hybrid (Some Online) 15%
Fully Online 19%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 94%
25-64 (Adult) 5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at University of Jamestown?
University of Jamestown has an acceptance rate of 94%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend University of Jamestown?
Tuition at University of Jamestown is $24,000 for in-state students and $24,000 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at University of Jamestown?
The graduation rate at University of Jamestown is 44%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is University of Jamestown a good school?
University of Jamestown has a Repit College Score of 49/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend University of Jamestown?
University of Jamestown has a total enrollment of 1,215 students. Most students (94%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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