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Best North Dakota Community Colleges (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 11 community colleges serving 15,719 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 North Dakota include Bismarck State College and Dakota College at Bottineau.
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 (2026)

College
Location
Quick Facts
Bismarck State College
Public
1500 Edwards Ave.
Bismarck, ND 58506
(701) 224-5400
Enrollment: 5,111 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Acceptance rate: 92% In-state tuition: $4,167 Out-state tuition: $6,251 Minority enrollment: 29%
Dakota College at Bottineau
Dakota College at Bottineau Photo
Public
105 Simrall Blvd
Bottineau, ND 58318
(701) 228-2277
Enrollment: 1,378 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Acceptance rate: 70% In-state tuition: $5,046 Out-state tuition: $7,161 Minority enrollment: 29%
214 1st Ave
Fort Totten, ND 58335
(701) 766-4415
Enrollment: 472 students Minority enrollment: 92%
The Hair Academy
Private for-profit
2101 East Broadway Avenue
Bismarck, ND 58501
(701) 255-3547
Enrollment: 83 students Minority enrollment: 66%
Josef's School of Hair, Skin & Body-Fargo
Private for-profit
3223 13 AVE S, Ste A
Fargo, ND 58103
(701) 235-9910
Enrollment: 119 students Minority enrollment: 58%
Josef's School of Hair, Skin & Body-Grand Forks
Private for-profit
2011 South Washington ST
Grand Forks, ND 58201
(701) 235-9910
Enrollment: 72 students Minority enrollment: 68%
Lake Region State College
Public
1801 College Dr N
Devils Lake, ND 58301
(701) 662-1600
Enrollment: 2,480 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 In-state tuition: $4,074 Out-state tuition: $4,074 Minority enrollment: 30%
800 N 6th St
Wahpeton, ND 58076
(701) 671-2403
Enrollment: 3,803 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Acceptance rate: 95% In-state tuition: $4,438 Out-state tuition: $10,850 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rasmussen University-North Dakota
Private for-profit
4012 19th Avenue SW
Fargo, ND 58103
(701) 277-3889
Enrollment: 718 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Private-state tuition: $10,764 Minority enrollment: 51%
The Salon Professional Academy-Fargo
Private for-profit
4377 15th Ave South
Fargo, ND 58103
(701) 451-9100
Enrollment: 167 students Minority enrollment: 26%
Williston State College
Public
1410 University Avenue
Williston, ND 58801
(701) 774-4200
Enrollment: 1,316 student Student-teacher ratio: 36:1 Acceptance rate: 85% Minority enrollment: 33%

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)
$36,700

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 15,719 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 Bismarck State College and Dakota College at Bottineau.
What is the 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 colleges in North Dakota?
Community colleges in North Dakota have approximately 34% minority enrollment, with the majority being Black or Hispanic.

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