Bismarck State College: Review & Facts
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Bismarck State College is a small four-year, public school with 3,775 students enrolled. This college was established in 1939 and is one of the 3 colleges and schools located in Bismarck, North Dakota.Academic Offerings
1-year certificate, associate's degree, 2-year certificate, and bachelor's degree are available at Bismarck State College.Majors
Offered
Offered
42
Bismarck State College follows a semester-based curriculum calendar system and allows you to choose from 42 majors. The most popular concentrations are General Studies, Electrical and Electronics, Industrial Technologies, Nursing, and Management. Read the details about Majors offered at this college and see program Ratings.The graduation rate at Bismarck State College is low: 34%. Roughly 3% of the school's undergraduate students transfer to other colleges.
Student to faculty ratio at Bismarck State College is pretty decent, 14:1. Read more information on faculty and instruction at this college in the Faculty & Salaries report.
Tuition and Loans
Average tuition costs are low, about $6,300 per year. The additional fees at Bismarck State College not covered by tuition are nearly $1,000; this comes to $7,300 annually.Read the details about Bismarck State College additional charges as well as availability of loans and likelihood of repaying them upon graduation in the Tuition & Loans report for this college.
Admissions Information
Dual Credits
Accepted
Accepted
Yes
The undergraduate application fee at Bismarck State College is $35.00.
To receive the most accurate and up-to-date information about admission at Bismarck State College and a program that best suits your goals and budget, call the school's general information office at (701) 224-5400 or check Bismarck State College Website.
Opportunities and Services
Dormatory
Annual Price
Annual Price
$3,800
Medium
There are options for on-campus part-time employment at Bismarck State College, which allows students to cover some of the tuition expenses. Additionally, this school helps students to evaluate their career options and find a full-time job upon graduation.
Safety
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C-
Unsafe
Bismarck State College offers on-campus housing. Dormitory capacity at this college accommodates nearly 500 students, which provides a reasonable on-campus housing option. The room price is relatively low: roughly $3,800 per academic year.Based on the college crime numbers, Bismarck State College appears to be a relatively safe school. Read the details in the Campus Crime report for this college.
Bismarck State College Location and Address
Postal Address:Bismarck State College
1500 Edwards Ave.
Bismarck, North Dakota
58506-5587, USA
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