Special Learning Opportunity
The following table compares the special learning opportunities between selected colleges including distance learning opportunities, ROTC program, Study abroad, and more special chances of learning. This statistics is based on the latest data from IPEDS, U.S. Department of Education for academic year 2024-2025.
| Name | Online Class | ROTC | Teacher Cert. | Study Abroad | Weekend/ Evening College | Campus Housing* | Meal Plan** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dickinson State University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (421) | ✔ ($4,740) |
| Minot State University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (557) | ✔ ($4,080) |
| University of North Dakota | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (3,566) | ✔ ($5,280) |
| North Dakota State University-Main Campus | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (5,563) | ✔ ($4,920) |
| Sitting Bull College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ (51) | ✔ |
| Valley City State University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (462) | ✔ ($4,414) |
Student Services on Campus
The following table compares the on-campus students services and facilities between selected colleges including Student Counseling, Employment services for current students, Placement service for program completers, On-campus daycare facility, and library information.
| Name | Career Counseling | Employment Service | Placement Service | On Campus Daycare | Library Facilities |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dickinson State University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Minot State University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| University of North Dakota | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| North Dakota State University-Main Campus | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ | Own Library |
| Sitting Bull College | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ | Own Library |
| Valley City State University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 6 selected colleges, 5 schools are NAA members, 3 schools are NCAA members, and 2 schools are NAIA members.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dickinson State University | NAA, NAIA | North Star Athletic Association | North Star Athletic Association | North Star Athletic Association | 11 athletic programs |
| Minot State University | NAA, NCAA | Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference | Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference | Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference | 9 athletic programs |
| University of North Dakota | NAA, NCAA | Missouri Valley Conference | The Summit League | - | 11 athletic programs |
| North Dakota State University-Main Campus | NAA, NCAA | Missouri Valley Conference | The Summit League | The Summit League | 9 athletic programs |
| Sitting Bull College | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Valley City State University | NAA, NAIA | North Star Athletic Association | North Star Athletic Association | North Star Athletic Association | 7 athletic programs |
NAA: National Athletic Association
NCAA: National Collegiate Athletic Association
NAIA: National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics
Additional Characteristics
The following table compares and describes additional facts of selected colleges including religious affiliation, specialized schools, and medical degree offer, and other facts.
| Name | Religious Affiliation | Historical Black School | Tribal School | Has Hospital | Offer Medical Degree |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dickinson State University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Minot State University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| University of North Dakota | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| North Dakota State University-Main Campus | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Sitting Bull College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Valley City State University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
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- Colleges with Most Students
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*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs