Bismarck State College
Bismarck State College is North Dakota's only polytechnic institution, emphasizing hands-on learning and career-focused programs, particularly in energy and technology fields. The college works closely with industry partners to develop curriculum and offer apprenticeship opportunities, helping students gain real-world experience and connect with employers. Many programs provide flexible learning options, including online and hybrid formats, designed to quickly equip students with in-demand skills for the North Dakota job market.
Quick Facts About Bismarck State College
Location & setting
Bismarck State College is a public institution located in Bismarck, ND with approximately 2,629 students enrolled. Verify current programs and admissions details on the official school website.
Programs analyzed
This page covers 10 trade and vocational programs at Bismarck State College, ranked by TradeSchoolOutlook Score. The average score across these programs is 72/100.
Earnings outlook
Graduates from Bismarck State College's trade programs earn approximately $57,864/year on average one year after completion, based on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard data.
Tuition profile
Annual tuition runs $5,195/year for in-state students and $7,279/year for out-of-state students. Tuition figures reflect the most recent College Scorecard release; check the school directly for current pricing and financial-aid options.
All Programs at Bismarck State College
10 trade programs at Bismarck State College, ranked by TradeSchoolOutlook Score (combines earnings, ROI, AI resilience, and job market size). Use the “compare” links to see how this school’s programs stack up against others nationally.
| Program | Score | Earnings | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
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Practical Nursing
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants Compare across schools → |
84 | $61,629/yr | $10,500 |
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Nursing
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing Compare across schools → |
81 | $66,335/yr | $20,479 |
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Electrical Installation
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers Compare across schools → |
80 | $48,853/yr | $5,500 |
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Industrial Production Technology
Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians Compare across schools → |
74 | $82,310/yr | $12,000 |
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Vehicle Repair Technology
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies Compare across schools → |
74 | $44,309/yr | $5,775 |
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Agricultural Business
Agricultural Business and Management Compare across schools → |
71 | $38,623/yr | $12,000 |
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Electrical Engineering Technology
Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians Compare across schools → |
70 | $89,460/yr | $11,892 |
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Electromechanical Technology
Electromechanical Instrumentation and Maintenance Technologies/Technicians Compare across schools → |
70 | $77,701/yr | $12,000 |
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Business
Business/Commerce, General Compare across schools → |
69 | $36,062/yr | — |
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Liberal Arts & Humanities
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities Compare across schools → |
50 | $33,358/yr | $10,887 |
Reading the table: Score combines earnings, ROI, AI resilience, and job market size on a 0–100 scale. Earnings = median first-year salary from College Scorecard. Debt = median federal debt at graduation (blank where Scorecard suppresses small samples). 10yr ROI = projected 10-year earnings ÷ in-state tuition. AI Risk reflects task-level AI exposure across mapped occupations. Job Market = annual openings nationwide for connected occupations.
About This Data
TradeSchoolOutlook analyzes 10 trade and vocational programs at Bismarck State College using earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard and employment projections from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (2024–2034).
The TradeSchoolOutlook Score (0–100) combines graduate earnings, return on investment, AI resilience, and job market size. AI Risk reflects task-level exposure for the occupations each program feeds into. Job Market shows the size of the national hiring pool. Programs without published debt figures had small reporting samples that the College Scorecard suppresses for privacy.