At a glance
Average net price
$10,270
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
47.2%
Admission rate
Not available
Undergrad size
2,839
In-state tuition
$5,247
Out-of-state tuition
$7,331
Cost of attendance
$15,771
Median earnings (10y)
$54,277
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- 76.8%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
18 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by stem (32%), humanities & arts (30%), trades & services (17%).
- STEM32%
- Health13%
- Business7%
- Humanities & arts30%
- Social sciences1%
- Trades & services17%
- Liberal arts25.3%~717 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Engineering tech18.2%~516 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Computer science14.1%~401 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Health professions12.8%~364 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Business7.3%~208 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- ~154 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~129 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Agriculture4.0%~115 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~70 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~67 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~45 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~11 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~11 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~11 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Communication0.4%~11 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Education0.1%~3 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Legal0.1%~3 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Transportation0.1%~3 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 622 | $30,254 | $12,000 |
| Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 156 | $81,394 | $14,236 |
| Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 95 | $64,379 | $12,000 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Undergraduate certificate | 88 | — | $18,297 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 87 | $94,930 | $15,452 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate's | 85 | $54,207 | $25,382 |
| Agricultural Business and Management. | Associate's | 79 | $45,724 | $12,000 |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers. | Undergraduate certificate | 75 | $54,093 | $5,500 |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications. | Undergraduate certificate | 60 | — | — |
| Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 54 | $76,908 | $12,000 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 53 | $39,613 | $6,275 |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications. | Associate's | 52 | — | $19,101 |
| Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 50 | — | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate's | 37 | — | — |
| Precision Metal Working. | Undergraduate certificate | 36 | — | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Undergraduate certificate | 34 | — | — |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Undergraduate certificate | 32 | — | — |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Bachelor's | 31 | — | — |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Undergraduate certificate | 30 | — | — |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Associate's | 29 | $29,332 | — |
| Carpenters. | Undergraduate certificate | 26 | — | — |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Associate's | 26 | $38,353 | — |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers. | Associate's | 21 | $55,659 | $7,832 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR). | Undergraduate certificate | 18 | — | — |
| Precision Metal Working. | Associate's | 15 | — | — |
| Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 14 | — | — |
| Carpenters. | Associate's | 14 | — | — |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR). | Associate's | 14 | — | — |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions. | Associate's | 14 | — | — |
| Business Operations Support and Assistant Services. | Associate's | 14 | — | — |
| Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 13 | — | — |
| Engineering Technologies/Technicians, General. | Associate's | 12 | — | — |
| Human Services, General. | Associate's | 11 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Undergraduate certificate | 10 | — | — |
| Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 10 | — | — |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 10 | — | — |
| Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 9 | — | — |
| Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 9 | — | — |
| Computer Software and Media Applications. | Associate's | 7 | — | — |
| Mining and Petroleum Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 7 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Bismarck State College
Bismarck State College is a mid-sized institution located in Bismarck, North Dakota, primarily awarding the associate degree. It enrolls roughly 2,839 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Liberal arts, Engineering tech, Computer science.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Bismarck State College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $10,270 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $5,247 for in-state students and $7,331 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $15,771 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 47.2%, a average completion outcome. 76.8% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $54,277 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Bismarck State College confers degrees and certificates across 18 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Liberal arts, Engineering tech, Computer science. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by stem (32% of credentials), humanities & arts (30% of credentials), trades & services (17% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Admission rate data is not reported for this institution, which is typical for open-admission community and trade schools.
Location & campus
Set in Bismarck, North Dakota (city), Bismarck State College draws students from across North Dakota and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Bismarck State College
Q.How much does Bismarck State College cost?
The average net price at Bismarck State College is $10,270 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $15,771.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Bismarck State College?
Bismarck State College has a 6-year graduation rate of 47.2% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How much do Bismarck State College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Bismarck State College graduate earns $54,277 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Bismarck State College?
Published tuition is $5,247 in-state and $7,331 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Bismarck State College located?
Bismarck State College is located in Bismarck, North Dakota (ZIP 58506).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Bismarck State College at their official website.