Is Bismarck State College worth it?
Bismarck State College is a public, four-year institution in Bismarck, North Dakota (small city). It awarded 1,013 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in liberal arts and sciences; computer systems networking and telecommunications; and electrical, electronic, and communications engineering technology.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$53,877
Median earnings 4 years after
$65,276
Median earnings 10 years after
$54,277
Average net price
$10,270
Completion rate
47%
Completions (2024)
1,013
Years to pay back
under 1 year
Students (undergrad)
2,839
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | Associate | $33,358 | $51,767 | 122 |
| Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians | Associate | $82,310 | $121,039 | 80 |
| Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians | Associate | $89,460 | $115,316 | 71 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Undergraduate certificate | $61,629 | $65,425 | 59 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Bachelor's | $100,668 | $122,948 | 48 |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Undergraduate certificate | $48,853 | $68,875 | 45 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Associate | $66,335 | $66,683 | 40 |
| Agricultural Business and Management | Associate | $38,623 | $58,392 | 37 |
| Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians | Associate | $77,701 | $118,853 | 34 |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Associate | $57,065 | $101,828 | 30 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate certificate | $44,309 | $62,014 | 23 |
| Business/Commerce, General | Associate | $36,062 | $44,242 | 16 |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Audiovisual Communications Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Audiovisual Communications Technologies/Technicians | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies | Associate | 256 |
| Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician | Associate | 82 |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 70 |
| Operations Management and Supervision | Bachelor's | 51 |
| Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 45 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Associate | 43 |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications | Associate | 42 |
| Lineworker | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 33 |
| Instrumentation Technology/Technician | Associate | 25 |
| Spanish Language and Literature | Certificate under 12 weeks | 25 |
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Sources: federal figures for Bismarck State College. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for North Dakota. Counts under 10 are not published.
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