17:1
Student-to-faculty ratio
R1 Ranked
NDSU is a nationally top-ranked research university
94%
Recent graduates employed or continuing education
#1
North Dakota University with the Best Student Life
NDSU’s agricultural and biosystems engineering degree program offers a high-quality educational experience where rigorous coursework intersects with real-world applications, preparing you to make a tangible impact. Throughout the program you will use the knowledge you gain in mathematics, biological and physical sciences, and engineering principles to solve problems relating to the production, handling and processing of biological materials for food, feed, fiber and fuel; the preservation of natural resources and environment quality; and the design and production of machine systems. Upon graduating you’ll generate new ideas in areas essential to our future, from sustainable farming practices to advanced biotechnologies.
Post-Graduation Career Snapshot
High Demand Occupations
- Environmental Technician
- Soil Conservationist
- Agricultural Engineer
- Environmental Monitor
- Continuous Improvement Engineer
National Median Salary
Future Career Pathways
- Sustainability Manager
- Environmental Remediation Engineer
- Quality Manager
Capture the Moment at NDSU
Shape Your Future
NDSU students are encouraged to collaborate with an advisor and develop a unique program of study that meets their specific interests.
Leadership and Professional Development
Join student organizations,such as the Bison Antique Tractor Club or the Society of Women Engineers, to gain valuable experience outside of the classroom setting.
One Program, Two Concentrations
The program integrates engineering topics, engineering design and biological sciences in a single program with concentrations in agricultural engineering and biosystems engineering.
Learn in State-of-the-Art Laboratories
You’ll receive hands-on learning in several well-equipped lab spaces, each furnished with equipment used in industry and research.
Accelerated Master’s Option Available
High-achieving undergraduate students have the option to earn both a bachelor's and master's degree in this field in five years.
Tuition & Costs
NDSU offers a high-quality, academically rigorous education at an affordable cost. To support you in covering tuition and expenses, we provide a wide range of need-based and merit-based scholarships and financial aid options.
Admission Info
At NDSU, we welcome students from all backgrounds who are seeking a dynamic learning environment within a supportive, welcoming community.

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