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Prospective UND parents

Choosing the right university can be a stressful time for you and your prospective student. We're here to help make that decision a little less daunting.

A Future that Works

Your future UND student will work alongside dedicated professors who strike a balance between classroom learning and hands-on experience. Class sizes are small enough that professors get to know students personally, while challenging them to a higher standard, helping them develop into a critical and creative thinker, writer and speaker.

A UND degree also has tangible results. Ninety-six percent of UND graduates are employed or pursuing graduate degrees. Plus recent grads earn an average salary of $51,000.

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About Grand Forks

Friendlier, healthier and safer. UND is located in Grand Forks, N.D., which is way cooler than you think.

We've been ranked as one of the top 5 best small college towns, the top 20 most secure U.S. cities, plus there are sports, concerts, arts, miles of bike paths and the UND Wellness Center.

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Campus Safety

The safety and well-being of our students, faculty, staff and visitors are our foremost concern.

Recently ranked #12 for increased safety and security by Safe Campus, we work diligently to provide a safe and welcoming campus environment from the #BestCopsAround to well-lit parking and skyways.

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Living on Campus

UND offers 13 residence halls and 850 apartments, making the decision to live on campus an easy choice.

Living on campus allows students to grow academically, meet new friends and take advantage of the opportunity to make the most of their college experience.

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Academic Requirements

What it takes to attend UND

Is your prospective UND student on track? Read our freshman admission requirements to make sure you have everything in order.

Admission Guidelines

UND by the Numbers

#12

ranked for increased safety and security in 2018 by Safe Campus

94%

 of faculty hold highest degrees

24

average class size

18:1

student to faculty ratio

$51k

average salary of recent UND grads

85%

grads employed in positions related to UND education

$4,000

below national average of tuition and board cost

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Financial Aid

What makes UND an affordable place for a quality education?

Financial aid & scholarships: 79% of UND undergrads receive an average of $11,400 per year, making a UND education in reach.

Cost & Aid

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