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North Dakota's public universities make allied health programs remarkably affordable, with Minot State leading at just $12,514 net cost compared to $20,318 at the most expensive option. The state's growing healthcare infrastructure, driven by oil boom population growth and an aging rural population, creates steady demand for diagnostic technicians and treatment specialists. Six programs span from small-town Valley City to research-focused NDSU, where graduates earn $53,858 annually with moderate $27,000 debt loads.
6
Programs
$12,514 – $20,318
Net Price Range
$53,858
Avg. Program Earnings
55.9%
Avg. Graduation Rate

6 Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $12,514 $8,634 47.8% 93.2%
2 $13,613 $8,514 48.1% 83.5%
3 $16,334 $10,857 63.7% 95.7%
4 $18,568 $21,468 68.2% 81.4%
5 $18,998 $10,951 63.3% 83.3%
6 $20,318 $24,820 44.0% 92.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Minot State the cheapest option for allied health programs in North Dakota?

Minot State's $12,514 net cost reflects strong state funding and lower operational expenses in northwestern North Dakota. In-state students pay just $8,634, making it over $1,000 cheaper than Valley City State's comparable program.

How do graduation rates compare between public and private allied health programs?

Private University of Mary achieves the highest graduation rate at 68.2%, while public universities range from 47.8% to 63.7%. NDSU and University of North Dakota both maintain solid 63% graduation rates despite much lower costs than private alternatives.

Where do North Dakota allied health graduates typically find employment?

Graduates earning $53,858 often work in regional medical centers like Sanford Health and Essentia Health, which serve oil field workers and rural communities. North Dakota's low unemployment rate of 2.4% creates favorable job prospects for diagnostic and treatment specialists.

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