Bismarck State College Cost & Financial Aid Information

$11,309
Average Net Price
41%
Receive Aid
25%
Pell Recipients
Very Affordable
Affordability

Average Net Price

The average net price at Bismarck State College is $11,309 per year after grants and scholarships are applied.

Overall Average Net Price

$11,309

Average amount students pay per year after financial aid

Net Price by Family Income

$0-30,000$7,644
$30,001-48,000$8,415
$48,001-75,000$11,474
$75,001-110,000$13,530
$110,000+$14,478

Financial Aid

Bismarck State College demonstrates strong commitment to educational accessibility, with 41% of undergraduate students receiving financial aid and 25% benefiting from federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need.

Students Receiving Aid

41%

Of undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance

Pell Grant Recipients

25%

Of students receive federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need

Grants & Scholarships

Gift aid that doesn't need to be repaid

Work-Study Programs

Part-time employment opportunities on campus

Student Loans

Federal and private loan options available

Combined Sticker Price (Undergraduate)

The sticker price represents the total cost before any financial aid is applied. In-state students can expect a sticker price of $5,195 annually for tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay $7,279. Additional costs for room, board, books, and personal expenses will vary based on your living arrangements and lifestyle choices. Commuting students pay approximately $7,595, which is 59% cheaper than on-campus living.

Tuition & Fees Comparison

Annual Tuition & Fees

In-State: $5,195

Out-of-State: $7,279

In-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$5,195
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$20,395

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$5,195
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$19,895

Out-of-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$7,279
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$22,479

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$7,279
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$2,000
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$22,479

Commuting Students

Students living at home and commuting to campus can significantly reduce their costs.

In-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$5,195
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,000
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$8,895

Out-of-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$7,279
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$11,479

Cost Analysis

Analyze how BSC's costs have changed over time.Over the past year, Bismarck State College has increased costs by $1,060, representing a 10.3% increase in average net price.

Cost Trends

Previous Year

$10,249

Current Year

$11,309

Change

+$1,060

Affordability & Value

Bismarck State College is committed to providing accessible, high-quality education with strong return on investment.

Affordability Rating

Very Affordable

Based on average net price compared to national averages

Investment Value

Students receiving aid41%
Pell grant recipients25%
Student-faculty ratio14:1