North Dakota State College of Science

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Accredited

Higher Learning Commission

Open

Enrollment

$5,974

Avg. Tuition

3,140

Total Students

Small Town

Wahpeton, ND

Founded 1903

128 acres

About North Dakota State College of Science

NDSCS is a public two-year college offering over 80 academic options in career and technical studies as well as liberal arts. Established in 1903, it is one of the oldest public two-year colleges in the United States and focuses on hands-on learning and workforce development.

Trade Programs Available

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Programs Offered

Automotive Technology

Associate in Applied Science

Duration: 24 months
Tuition: $11,948

Welding Technology

Certificate

Duration: 12 months
Tuition: $5,974

HVAC/R Technology

Associate in Applied Science

Duration: 24 months
Tuition: $11,948

CDL Truck Driving

Certificate

Duration: 4 weeks
Tuition: $2,245

Learning Format

Student-to-Instructor Ratio
12:1
Hands-On Training
60%
Start Dates
Fall, Spring, Summer
Externship
Included

Schedule Options

Day Classes Evening Classes Online Available Hybrid Available

Admissions

Open

Enrollment

18+

Minimum Age

$35

Application Fee

Admission Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Official transcripts
  • Immunization records (MMR and Meningitis)
  • Placement testing (ACT, SAT, or Accuplacer)
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Cost & Financial Aid

Average Tuition $5,974
Books & Supplies $1,000
Equipment Fees $5,000
Estimated Total $11,974

Financial Aid Options

Financial Aid Available GI Bill Accepted WIA Approved Payment Plans

Available Scholarships

  • NDSCS Academic Scholarship
  • NDSCS Foundation Scholarships
  • North Dakota Scholarship Program

Graduate Outcomes

55%

Graduation Rate

97%

Job Placement Rate

95%

Licensure Pass Rate

Salary Information

$50,000

Average Starting Salary

Top Employers

Sanford HealthJohn DeereBobcat CompanyCaterpillarCase IHMinn-Dak Farmers Cooperative

Student Services

Job Placement Assistance Career Services Tutoring Available Housing Assistance