University of North Dakota

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Key Takeaways:

  • The University of North Dakota offers a comprehensive range of aviation programs, including undergraduate degrees like Commercial Aviation and UAS Operations, graduate M.S. and Ph.D. programs, and a university-based flight school.
  • Tuition costs vary significantly based on residency (North Dakota, Minnesota, special agreements, non-resident/international) and include room/board/books, with scholarships available to help students.
  • Admission for first-year students requires high school GPA, ACT/SAT scores, and specific course completion, with a subsequent requirement of 24 college credits and a 2.5 GPA for formal entry into an aviation degree program; applications are due one year in advance.
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University of North Dakota
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Degrees Offered
Undergraduate Degrees:
Air Traffic Control
Airport Management
Aviation Management
Aviation Technology Management
Flight Education
Commercial Aviation
UAS Operations

Graduate Programs:
Master of Science (M.S.)
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)

Flight School Offered Through University: Yes

Tuition Cost:
North Dakota: $14,386
Special Agreements: $17,355
Minnesota: $14,865
Non-Resident, Canada & INT’L: $24,302
(All costs include tuition, room/board and books/supplies)

Offers Scholarships: Yes

Number of Students in Aviation Programs: 1,634

Number of Total Student Population: 15,250

How to apply: Apply online

Deadline to apply: One year in advance of the semester you plan to start

GPA/Course requirements for application: As a first-year student (with fewer than 24 college-level credits), your admission to UND is based on your:
High school GPA
ACT or SAT score
Successful completion of the following courses:
English (4 units)
Math (3 units of Algebra I or above)
Lab Science (3 units)
Social Studies (3 units)

After the student has earned a minimum of 24 credits and has a minimum GPA of 2.5 they can formally apply to the department for admission to an Aviation degree program.

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