Scholarships, Cost and Financial Aid

Affording an NDSU Education

NDSU provides an education that is academically rigorous and affordable. To help you pay for tuition and other costs, we offer a variety of need-based and merit-based awards.

To be considered for need-based awards, we encourage you to complete a FAFSA when you apply. You can also get additional resources from the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships.

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Cost of Attendance

Learn more about the cost of tuition for the upcoming academic year, as well as student fees, and room and board costs.

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NDSU Scholarships

Get more information on the types of scholarships we offer at NDSU and how you can apply for them.

First-Year Student Scholarships

Review the award opportunities for first-year students based on academic merit.
 

Transfer Student Scholarships

Understand the requirements for applying for scholarships as a transfer student. 

International Student Scholarships

Find out the types of award opportunities for international students who are academically talented.

Net Price Calculator

Get an estimate of your financial aid options at NDSU, as well as your expected family contribution.

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