by our College Data Analytics TeamIs North Dakota State University worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
North Dakota State University is ranked #1,323 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of B (above average for value). Within North Dakota, it ranks #15 of 20 for value.
Among the majors North Dakota State University offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Crop Production | #1 of 3 |
| Natural Resources Management & Policy | #7 of 27 |
| Agroecology & Sustainable Agriculture | #8 of 17 |
| Architecture / Urban Planning | #9 of 16 |
| Pharmaceutical Sciences | #10 of 26 |
| Pharmacy | #10 of 26 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #12 of 20 |
| Agriculture | #13 of 37 |
| Agricultural Economics | #13 of 37 |
| Agricultural Production | #14 of 25 |
Below is the detailed North Dakota State University value breakdown: state and national value rankings, the real cost of a degree, and how the price stacks up against the aid most students receive.
North Dakota State University-Main Campus is ranked #2 out of #20 in North Dakota for quality and #15 out of #20 for North Dakota value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the North Dakota State University financial aid page to be sure.
North Dakota State University-Main Campus is ranked #1,323 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
North Dakota State University-Main Campus is priced competitively for the quality of education it provides, earning it a good value recognition from College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at North Dakota State University costs about $17,683. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $70,732 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $23,774 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $15,543 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $17,683 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $70,732 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
Your price depends heavily on your family income and the aid you qualify for. See the North Dakota State University net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a North Dakota State University degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $95,096 | — | — |
| All Students | $70,732 | #1,323 | B |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $62,172 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $95,096 | — | — |
| All Students | $70,732 | #15 | C+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $62,172 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at North Dakota State University shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $10,647 |
| $30K–$48K | $12,429 |
| $48K–$75K | $14,166 |
| $75K–$110K | $17,427 |
| Over $110K | $19,218 |
About 74% of North Dakota State University undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $6,521 per year. Get more details on the North Dakota State University financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual determines value by weighing a school’s average total cost against its educational quality, then comparing it to other schools in the same quality tier. See the North Dakota State University net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.