Cheapest English Language and Literature Colleges in North Dakota

North Dakota State University graduates with English degrees earn $31,133 annually, nearly $8,000 more than their peers at other state institutions. The state's eight programs span a $7,800 cost range, from Minot State's $12,514 net price to University of Jamestown's $20,318. English graduates find opportunities in North Dakota's expanding healthcare sector, where medical writing and patient communication roles support the state's rural hospital networks and growing telehealth initiatives.

Programs

$12,514 – $20,318

Net Price Range

$27,413

Avg. Program Earnings

52.4%

Avg. Graduation Rate

8 English Language and Literature, General 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	Valley City State University Valley City, North Dakota	$13,613	$8,514	48.1%	83.5%
3	Mayville State University Mayville, North Dakota	$14,454	$7,935	40.3%	71.2%
4	Dickinson State University Dickinson, North Dakota	$15,270	$9,118	43.4%	72.0%
5	North Dakota State University-Main Campus Fargo, North Dakota	$16,334	$10,857	63.7%	95.7%
6	University of Mary Bismarck, North Dakota	$18,568	$21,468	68.2%	81.4%
7	University of North Dakota Grand Forks, North Dakota	$18,998	$10,951	63.3%	83.3%
8	University of Jamestown Jamestown, North Dakota	$20,318	$24,820	44.0%	92.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What accounts for the wide graduation rate gap between North Dakota universities?

University of Mary leads with a 68.2% graduation rate, while Mayville State sits at 40.3%, creating a 28-point spread among the eight programs. The private institutions consistently outperform their public counterparts in completion rates, though they charge significantly higher net prices.

How do acceptance rates compare across North Dakota's English programs?

Most schools accept over 80% of applicants, with North Dakota State topping the list at 95.68% acceptance. Only Mayville State maintains a more selective 71.23% rate, despite offering one of the lowest net prices at $14,454.

Is there a significant cost difference between public and private options?

Public universities average around $15,000 in net costs, while private institutions like University of Mary and University of Jamestown push closer to $20,000. However, public school in-state tuition remains remarkably affordable, ranging from $7,935 to $10,951 annually.

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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.