Bismarck State College
- 4 Year
- Bismarck, ND
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Overview
Total enrollment
4,206- Location Bismarck, North Dakota
- Website bismarckstate.edu
- Type Public 4 Year
- Setting Small City
- Size Mid-size
- Status Non-profit
- Housing Yes
- Level of Study Undergrad
Bismarck State College (BSC) is a public two-year institution located in Bismarck, North Dakota's capital city, situated along the Missouri River. The main campus occupies 120 acres on a hilltop overlooking the city, featuring a mix of modern and mid-century buildings. Established in 1939, BSC serves as the third-largest college in the North Dakota University System and functions as the state's polytechnic institution. The college specializes in technical and transfer programs, with notable strengths in energy technology, cybersecurity, and healthcare sciences, while also offering select bachelor's degrees through partnerships with other institutions. Campus housing is available in two residence halls, though the majority of students commute from the surrounding area.
Admissions
Admission Requirements
Open AdmissionAnnual Cost to Attend
North Dakota Resident Tuition
$5,247Out of State Resident Tuition
$7,331Breakdown
- Tuition $5,247
- Books and Supplies $1,100
- Other Fees $1,080
- Room and Board $8,273
- Budget for Other Expenses $3,400
- Total One Year Cost $19,100
- Tuition $7,331
- Books and Supplies $1,100
- Other Fees $1,080
- Room and Board $8,273
- Budget for Other Expenses $3,400
- Total One Year Cost $21,184
Student Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
Popular majors at Bismarck State College are Liberal Arts and Humanities, Engineering Technology, and Health Professions. 41% of students major in Liberal Arts and Humanities, 27% in Engineering Technology, and 7% in Health Professions.
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Liberal Arts and Humanities 41%
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Engineering Technology 27%
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Health Professions 7%
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Business 6%
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Construction Trades 5%
Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=200022.
GPA calculator: Bismarck State College GPA calculator.
Last updated: August 2026