Skip to main content
North Dakota's accounting programs span a remarkable cost gap, with Minot State University charging just $12,514 while University of Jamestown reaches $20,318. Graduates earn between $42,123 and $51,571, creating clear value differences across the state's eight programs. The state's energy boom and agricultural economy provide steady demand for accountants who handle tax compliance and financial reporting for oil companies and farm operations.
8
Programs
$12,514 – $20,318
Net Price Range
$47,631
Avg. Program Earnings
53.6%
Avg. Graduation Rate

8 Accounting and Related Services Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price Program Earnings In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $12,514 $48,823 $8,634 47.8% 93.2%
2 $16,334 $50,856 $10,857 63.7% 95.7%
3 $15,270 $42,123 $9,118 43.4% 72.0%
4 $18,998 $51,571 $10,951 63.3% 83.3%
5 $18,227 $44,783 $12,715 57.9%
6 $20,318 $24,820 44.0% 92.0%
7 $18,568 $21,468 68.2% 81.4%
8 $14,454 $7,935 40.3% 71.2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes University of North Dakota worth its $18,998 cost?

UND graduates earn $51,571, the highest in the state, making it worth the premium over cheaper options like Minot State. The school maintains a 63.3% graduation rate and strong connections to the state's energy sector.

How do public universities compare to private schools for accounting value?

Public schools like NDSU offer the best balance at $16,334 with $50,856 earnings and 63.7% graduation rates. Private schools cost $18,000-$20,000 but don't necessarily deliver higher graduate earnings.

Does the ND Academic Scholarship make expensive programs affordable?

The scholarship covers full tuition for qualifying students, dropping costs significantly at all public universities. This makes schools like UND competitive with lower-cost options when factoring in the $51,571 graduate earnings.

Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.