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ND Postsecondary Options

North Dakota University System:

Organized as a system in 1990, the North Dakota University System is made up of 11 public colleges and universities governed by the State Board of Higher Education. The NDUS is composed of two doctoral-granting institutions, two master’s-granting institutions, two universities that offer baccalaureate degrees and five campuses that offer associate and trade/technical degrees. Each institution is unique in its mission to serve the people of North Dakota.

Baccalaureate (4 year) and Advanced Degrees:

Private Colleges/Universities:

Associate (2 year) and Trade/Technical Degrees:

North Dakota Tribal Colleges:

Barber/Cosmetology:

Job Corps

Job Cops is a career training and education program for students ages 16 through 24 who meet income requirements. It is designed to help students find the path to personal and career success – all at no cost to eligible students. Minot is home to the Quentin N. Burdick Job Corps Center. Career training programs include: Advanced Automotive Repair, Carpentry, Health Occupations/LPN/RN Training, Facilities Maintenance, Food Service/Culinary Arts, Medical Office Support, Office Administration, and Welding.

Apprenticeships

Apprenticeship training connects job seekers looking to learn new skills with employers looking for qualified workers. Employers, employer associations, and joint labor-management organizations, known collectively as apprenticeship sponsors, provide apprentices with instruction that reflects industry needs. Contact a Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training representative at (701) 250-4700.

Military