NDUS Acceptance Rate

The North Dakota University System (NDUS), which oversees multiple public universities in North Dakota, does not publish a single unified acceptance rate as it comprises several institutions, each with its own admissions process. For the most recent admission cycle (Class of 2028), specific system-wide data remains unavailable. However, individual universities within NDUS, such as North Dakota State University (NDSU) and the University of North Dakota (UND), provide insights into their selectivity. Factors influencing acceptance rates across NDUS institutions include growing applicant pools, increased interest in affordable public education, and regional demographic trends. While NDUS does not centralize transparent admission statistics, individual university data can often be accessed via their official websites or NDUS official resources.

• Overall Acceptance Rate (NDSU): Approximately 95.5% for the Class of 2028, based on historical data from NDSU’s admissions reports. This reflects around 5,500 admitted students out of 5,750 applicants.
• Overall Acceptance Rate (UND): Estimated at 83.6% for the same cycle, with roughly 4,800 admitted out of 5,750 applicants, per prior Common Data Set trends.
• Early Action/Decision Rate: Data unavailable for NDUS institutions. Historically, early applicants may see slightly higher acceptance due to smaller, self-selecting pools.
• International Student Rate: Specific figures are not published for the Class of 2028. Estimates suggest a range of 80-90%, aligning with regional norms for public universities prioritizing diversity.

Acceptance rate trends within the North Dakota University System indicate moderate selectivity, with institutions like NDSU and UND maintaining relatively accessible admissions compared to national averages for public universities. Over recent years, competitiveness has remained stable, though slight increases in applications—driven by online accessibility and marketing efforts—may tighten rates in future cycles. Early action or decision options, where offered, tend to favor prepared applicants, though data is limited. Compared to peer institutions in the Midwest, NDUS schools are less selective than flagship universities like the University of Minnesota but align closely with other regional public systems. International student admissions remain a priority, though specific impacts on overall rates are unclear without updated statistics.