Cheapest Psychology Colleges in North Dakota

North Dakota's psychology programs span an $8,000 cost gap, with Minot State offering the lowest net price at $12,514 while private institutions reach $20,318. Graduates earn between $30,080 and $32,439, positioning them well for the state's growing healthcare sector where mental health services are increasingly needed across rural communities. The seven programs show striking differences in completion rates, from Dickinson State's 43.4% to University of Mary's 68.2%.

Programs

$12,514 – $20,318

Net Price Range

$31,260

Avg. Program Earnings

54.1%

Avg. Graduation Rate

7 Psychology, 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	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 Mary Bismarck, North Dakota	$18,568	$21,468	68.2%	81.4%
6	University of North Dakota Grand Forks, North Dakota	$18,998	$10,951	63.3%	83.3%
7	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?

Minot State offers the lowest net price at $12,514 and charges just $8,634 for in-state tuition. The school maintains a 93.17% acceptance rate while keeping student debt relatively low at $18,216.

How do public and private psychology programs compare in cost?

Public universities range from $12,514 to $18,998 in net price, while private institutions cost $18,568 to $20,318. However, University of Mary, despite being private, falls in the middle at $18,568, making it competitive with some public options.

Where do North Dakota psychology graduates typically find employment?

With earnings between $30,080 and $32,439, graduates often work in the state's expanding healthcare system, community mental health centers, and social services. North Dakota's low unemployment rate and rural healthcare needs create steady demand for psychology professionals.

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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.