Cheapest Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft Colleges in North Dakota

North Dakota's theater programs show a dramatic cost divide, with Minot State University charging just $12,514 annually while private University of Jamestown reaches $20,318. The state's energy boom has created unexpected opportunities for technical theater graduates, particularly in event production for corporate conferences and worker entertainment venues. North Dakota State leads in graduation rates at 63.7%, though all six programs maintain acceptance rates above 70%. The ND Academic Scholarship can eliminate tuition costs entirely for high-achieving students at public institutions.

Programs

$12,514 – $20,318

Net Price Range

$24,267

Avg. Program Earnings

55.1%

Avg. Graduation Rate

6 Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	Minot State University Minot, North Dakota	$12,514	$8,634	47.8%	93.2%
2	Dickinson State University Dickinson, North Dakota	$15,270	$9,118	43.4%	72.0%
3	North Dakota State University-Main Campus Fargo, North Dakota	$16,334	$10,857	63.7%	95.7%
4	University of Mary Bismarck, North Dakota	$18,568	$21,468	68.2%	81.4%
5	University of North Dakota Grand Forks, North Dakota	$18,998	$10,951	63.3%	83.3%
6	University of Jamestown Jamestown, North Dakota	$20,318	$24,820	44.0%	92.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Minot State University the most affordable option for theater students?

Minot State charges only $12,514 in total annual costs, nearly $3,000 less than the next cheapest option. The university maintains a 93% acceptance rate while keeping in-state tuition at just $8,634, making it accessible for most North Dakota residents.

How do graduation rates compare between public and private theater programs?

The University of Mary leads with a 68.2% graduation rate despite being private, while public institutions range from 43.4% at Dickinson State to 63.7% at North Dakota State. Minot State, the cheapest option, graduates 47.8% of its theater students.

Does the ND Academic Scholarship cover theater program costs?

The scholarship covers full tuition at public universities for students with strong academic records. This could reduce costs to around $4,000-6,000 annually at schools like Minot State or Dickinson State, covering only room, board, and fees.

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