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College Info
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Official website
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North Dakota State University
North Dakota State University (NDSU) is a public research university located in Fargo, North Dakota. It was founded in 1895 as the North Dakota Agricultural College, and has since grown to offer a wide range of academic programs. The university is known for its strong programs in engineering, agriculture, and architecture.
Key Facts
🏆 QS World Rank
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US News & World Report #45 · 2026Forbes #275 · 2026US News & World Report #45 · 2025US News & World Report #279 · 2024
- Living Costs (estimated): $1,850
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Campus Vibe
Urban, 1100 acres
SportyAcademicResidentialInternationally DiverseMid-Size Community
3/10
Diversity
9/10
Academic Rigor
7/10
City safety (heuristic)
7/10
Social scene
Weather: Varies widely by state
Living costs: Research local rent and transport for your intake year
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Career Outcomes
$18,333 avg starting salary
66.67% placement rate
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Student Life
14,700 students (1,200 international)
Campus: Urban, 1100 acres
Location: Fargo, United States
Climate: Varies widely by state
Research local rent and transport for your intake year
LibrarySports ComplexResearch LabsStudent HousingCafeteria
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Application Insider
Acceptance rate: 73%
IELTS: Overall 6.5
When to apply: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school
Common mistakes to avoid
- Submitting generic SOPs — tailor your story to 2–3 program-specific points
- Missing document certified translations where required
- Applying in the final round without buffer for visa timelines
- Ignoring conditional offers — respond before the deadline in the portal
💡IELTS requirement: Overall 6.5
💡Acceptance rate: 73%
💡Latest cutoff: GPA avg=2.6, p25=2.6, p75=2.6 (n=1)
💡Typical apply window for United States: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school