Cheapest Fine and Studio Arts Colleges in North Dakota

North Dakota's six Fine and Studio Arts programs create an $8,000 cost gap between public universities like Minot State at $12,514 and private University of Jamestown at $20,318. State graduates earning $26,625 find opportunities in the cultural centers emerging around energy boom towns, where new civic buildings and community spaces require artistic talent. The ND Academic Scholarship makes these already affordable programs even more accessible for high-achieving artists.

Programs

$12,514 – $20,318

Net Price Range

$26,625

Avg. Program Earnings

51.7%

Avg. Graduation Rate

6 Fine and Studio Arts 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	Dickinson State University Dickinson, North Dakota	$15,270	$9,118	43.4%	72.0%
4	North Dakota State University-Main Campus Fargo, North Dakota	$16,334	$10,857	63.7%	95.7%
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 the most affordable option for Fine and Studio Arts students?

Minot State charges just $12,514 in net costs, nearly $1,100 less than Valley City State University. The 93% acceptance rate means most applicants gain admission to this budget-friendly program.

How do graduation rates compare between the cheapest and most expensive programs?

North Dakota State University achieves a 64% graduation rate despite charging $16,334 in net costs. This significantly outperforms cheaper options like Dickinson State at 43% and Minot State at 48%.

Does the ND Academic Scholarship apply to Fine and Studio Arts majors?

Yes, the scholarship covers full tuition for students with strong academic records at any state university. This benefit applies to all six public Fine and Studio Arts programs, potentially reducing costs by thousands of dollars 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.