Williston State College Photo - Stevens Hall is the main building on campus and was completely renovated in 2015 with new classrooms, bookstore and cafeteria. Stevens is also home to most administration and the learning commons.

Best North Dakota Community Colleges (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 11 community colleges serving 11,699 students in North Dakota (6 public colleges and 5 private colleges).
The average tuition for community colleges in North Dakota is approximately $4,431 per year for in-state students and $7,084 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $10,764 per year (view national tuition costs).
The top-ranked community colleges in California include The Salon Professional Academy-Fargo.
North Dakota community colleges have a diversity score of 0.64, which is lower than the national average of 0.75 (compared to national diversity statistics).
Minority enrollment is 70%, with the majority being Black or Asian and the student:teacher ratio is 12:1.

Student by Ethnicity

(ND) School Average
American Indian
1%
Asian
4%
Hispanic
1%
Black
4%
White
30%
Hawaiian
51%
Two or more races
4%
Unknown
5%
North Dakota All Ethnic Groups Ethnicity Breakdown

Top Ranked North Dakota Community Colleges (2024-25)

College
Location
Students
The Salon Professional Academy-Fargo
Private for-profit
4377 15th Ave South
Fargo, ND 58103
(701) 451-9100
| 128 students
Bismarck State College
Bismarck State College Photo - Two students walking across the bridge near Schafer Hall, enjoying a beautiful day on Bismarck State College's vibrant campus-where connections are made, and futures are built.
Public
1500 Edwards Ave.
Bismarck, ND 58506
(701) 224-5400
| 4,065 students
214 1st Ave
Fort Totten, ND 58335
(701) 766-4415
| 248 students
Dakota College at Bottineau
Dakota College at Bottineau Photo
Public
105 Simrall Blvd
Bottineau, ND 58318
(701) 228-2277
| 1,163 students
The Hair Academy
Private for-profit
2101 East Broadway Avenue
Bismarck, ND 58501
(701) 255-3547
| 71 students
Josef's School of Hair, Skin & Body-Fargo
Private for-profit
3223 13 AVE S, Ste A
Fargo, ND 58103
(701) 235-9910
| 60 students
Josef's School of Hair, Skin & Body-Grand Forks
Private for-profit
2011 South Washington ST
Grand Forks, ND 58201
(701) 235-9910
| 36 students
Lake Region State College
Public
1801 College Dr N
Devils Lake, ND 58301
(701) 662-1600
| 1,621 students
800 N 6th St
Wahpeton, ND 58076
(701) 671-2403
| 2,802 students
Rasmussen University-North Dakota
Private for-profit
4012 19th Avenue SW
Fargo, ND 58103
(701) 277-3889
| 597 students
Williston State College
Williston State College Photo - WSC competes in 6 varsity sports. Hockey, Men's and Women's basketball, baseball, softball and volleyball.
Public
1410 University Avenue
Williston, ND 58801
(701) 774-4200
| 908 students

Frequently Asked Questions

How many community colleges are located in North Dakota?
There are 11 community colleges serving 11,699 students in North Dakota.
How much do community colleges cost in North Dakota?
The average tuition for community colleges in North Dakota is approximately $4,431 per year for in-state students and $7,084 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $10,764.
What are the top ranked community colleges in North Dakota?
The top-ranked community colleges in North Dakota include The Salon Professional Academy-Fargo.
What is community college diversity score in North Dakota?
Community colleges in North Dakota have a diversity score of 0.64, which is lower than the national average of 0.75 (compared to national diversity statistics).
How diverse are community college in North Dakota?
Community colleges in North Dakota have approximately 70% minority enrollment, with the majority being Black or Asian.

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