Williston State College

Williston, North Dakota · Public, 2-year

At a glance

Average net price

$5,932

In-state, after aid

6-year graduation rate

41.9%

Admission rate

Not available

Undergrad size

651

In-state tuition

$6,128

Out-of-state tuition

$6,128

Cost of attendance

$16,651

Median earnings (10y)

$44,017

Admissions

SAT average
Not available
ACT midpoint
Not available
Retention
Not available
Locale
Town

Programs breakdown

9 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (40%), health (23%), business (18%).

  • STEM3%
  • Health23%
  • Business18%
  • Humanities & arts40%
  • Trades & services17%

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

13 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.

MajorCredentialGradsMedian earningsMedian debt
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.Associate's304$25,122$8,250
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Associate's70$11,625
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.Undergraduate certificate63$19,726
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians.Undergraduate certificate60
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.Associate's52$22,000
Precision Metal Working.Undergraduate certificate40
Accounting and Related Services.Associate's22
Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services.Undergraduate certificate17
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management.Associate's12
Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services.Associate's10
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians.Associate's9
Agriculture, General.Associate's7
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness.Associate's7

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 Williston State College

Williston State College is a small institution located in Williston, North Dakota, primarily awarding the associate degree. It enrolls roughly 651 undergraduate students in a town setting. The most popular fields of study include Liberal arts, Health professions, Business.

Cost & tuition

The average net price at Williston State College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $5,932 per year, which is very affordable compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $6,128 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $16,651 annually.

Graduation & earnings outcomes

The 6-year graduation rate is 41.9%, a average completion outcome. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $44,017 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.

Programs & majors

Williston State College confers degrees and certificates across 9 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Liberal arts, Health professions, Business. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (40% of credentials), health (23% of credentials), business (18% 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 Williston, North Dakota (town), Williston 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 Williston State College

Q.How much does Williston State College cost?

The average net price at Williston State College is $5,932 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $16,651.

Q.What is the graduation rate at Williston State College?

Williston State College has a 6-year graduation rate of 41.9% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

Q.How much do Williston State College graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, the median Williston State College graduate earns $44,017 per year.

Q.What is tuition at Williston State College?

Published tuition is $6,128 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.

Q.Where is Williston State College located?

Williston State College is located in Williston, North Dakota (ZIP 58801).

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 Williston State College at their official website.