University of North Dakota
The University of North Dakota is a public university in Grand Forks, North Dakota. The university belongs to the North Dakota University System, which includes ten campuses throughout the state. It was established in 1883 by the Dakota Territorial Assembly, 6 years before North Dakota became a state. The university has expanded over the years, acquiring and building more academic facilities on the main campus. The campus now includes a trolley system to help students travel between classes. The campus also houses the largest library in the state. The Chester Fritz Library as located at the heart of the campus.
Undergraduate and graduate nursing programs are available at the University of North Dakota. Undergrad programs include traditional BSN, accelerated BSN, LPN to BSN, and RN to BSN. The university also offers MSN, RN to MSN, Ph.D., and BSN to Ph.D. programs. These options are all accredited by the CCNE. The accelerated BSN program includes 31 credits of nursing coursework offered through an online learning portal. The program is designed to be completed in 12 to 24 months, depending on the student’s pace completing the courses. With the traditional BSN program, courses are completed on campus over four years and include clinical rotations at local clinics.
Overview
| Campus LocaleSmall City |
| Campus SizeMedium |
| Student to Faculty Ratio18:1 |
| Is Admission OpenNo |
| Religious Affiliation - |
| Level4-year |
| TypePublic |
| On Campus HousingYes |
| Retention Rate81% |
Nursing Programs Offered
Nursing Programs Graduates (2017-2018 academic year)
| Number of Graduates | ||
|---|---|---|
| Degree type | Men | Women |
| Bachelor's degree | 23 | 113 |
| Master's degree | 9 | 63 |
| Doctor's degree - research/scholarship | 0 | 3 |
| Post-master's certificate | 0 | 0 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 0 | 0 |
| Doctor's degree - professional practice | 2 | 2 |
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Accreditations
Institutional Accreditations
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North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission 01/01/1913 - Current |
Nursing Programs Accreditations
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Nursing (CNURED) - Nursing education programs at the baccalaureate degree levels CCNE 04/21/2001 - Current |
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Nursing (CNURED) - Nursing education programs at the graduate degree levels CCNE 04/21/2001 - Current |
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Nurse Anesthesia (ANEST) - Institutions and programs at the master's degree, post master's certificate or doctoral degree levels COA 07/01/1987 - Current |
Admission
83%
Acceptance RateEnrolled students test score (Fall 2017)
| SAT | 1050 to 1270 |
| ACT | 21 to 26 |
Admission considerations
| Secondary school GPA Required |
| Secondary school rank Neither required nor recommended |
| Secondary school record Required |
| Completion of college-preparatory program Required |
| Recommendations Neither required nor recommended |
| Formal demonstration of competencies Neither required nor recommended |
| Admission test scores (SAT/ACT) Required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) Required |
| Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) Neither required nor recommended |
In addition to the college's admission requirements each nursing program might have its own admission criteria (such as: TEAS score, HESI A2 score, nursing prerequisites GPA, etc).
Application fee
| Undergrads | $35 |
| Graduates | $35 |
Cost to Attend
The following table details the reported cost of attendance per credit hour for the 2017-2018 academic year.
| Undergrad courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| In District Students | $289/credit | |
| In State Students | $289/credit | |
| Out of State Students | $773/credit | |
| Graduate courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| In District Students | $320/credit | |
| In State Students | $320/credit | |
| Out of State Students | $855/credit | |
Tuition Estimates
Based on the above credit hour costs, here is a sample tuition for different nursing programs.
| Program | Credit Hours | In district | In State | Out of State |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LPN | 45 | $13,005 | $13,005 | $34,785 |
| ADN | 70 | $20,230 | $20,230 | $54,110 |
| BSN | 125 | $36,125 | $36,125 | $96,625 |
| FNP | 50 | $16,000 | $16,000 | $42,750 |
If you attend a private, for-profit school, usually the additional cost (besides tuition) is about 10% of the tuition. If you attend a public school or a not-for-profit private school, the additional cost is around 50% of the tuition.
Financial Aid
In 2017-2018 academic year, 91% of University of North Dakota's students received financial aid. Below is the breakdown of the financial aid provided to students.
| Students Receiving Aid | Average Amount/Student | |
|---|---|---|
| Pell Grant | 17% | $3,886 |
| Other Federal Grant | 17% | $438 |
| State Grant & Scholarships | 25% | $2,207 |
| Institutional Grant & Scholarships | 59% | $3,305 |
| Federal Student Loans | 59% | $5,992 |
| Private Loans | 25% | $11,307 |
$14,478
Average Net PriceAverage Net Price by Family Income
| Less than $30,000$10,597 |
| $30,001 to $48,000$10,973 |
| $48,001 to $75,000$13,405 |
| $75,001 to $110,000$15,879 |
| Over $110,000$17,377 |
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Student Population
11,000
Undergrads
3,406
Graduates
6,963
Women
7,443
Men
71%
Full-time
29%
Par-time
Ethnic Diversity
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White |
79% |
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Non-resident alien |
7% |
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Hispanic |
3% |
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Two or more races |
3% |
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Black/African American |
3% |
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Asian |
2% |
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Race/ethnicity unknown |
2% |
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Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander |
0% |
Relevant scholarships
North Dakota Board of Nursing Education Loan ProgramThe Nursing Education Loan Program is available to students in associate, bachelors and masters degree programs in nursing. It also is available to graduate nurse students pursuing a doctorate ... |
Ruth Peterson Memorial (Kappa Chapter of Pi Theta Epsilon)Applicant must be currently enrolled in the occupational therapy program at the University of North Dakota, and completed at least one year of occupational therapy specific coursework, have a ... |
Past President's Parley Nurses ScholarshipApplicant must be a member of the North Dakota American Legion Auxiliary and have an interest in nursing. |
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Data source: https://nces.ed.gov (2017-2018 colleges survey) and North Dakota state board of nursing.
