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Public, 4-Year
Fort Yates, ND

Sitting Bull College

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in ND. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$4,010

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

N/A

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

22.6%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$28,488

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Sitting Bull College is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Fort Yates, ND. With a competitive tuition profile of $4,010, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 22.6% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$16,040

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

N/A

Earnings below HS baseline

Annual Earnings Boost

-$1,512

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

-$31,160

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

-$46,280

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 23%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

Below-Baseline Earnings

Graduates of this institution earn below the national HS diploma median ($30k/yr). Individual outcomes vary significantly by program — check the Career Paths section below for field-specific earnings.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
62.0%
38.0%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

American Indian / Alaska Native
91.6%
White
7.1%
Hispanic
1.3%
Asian
0.0%
Black
0.0%
International
0.0%
Two or more
0.0%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.0%
Unknown
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$4,010

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$3,351
$30k - $48k$2,802
$48k - $75k$3,580
$75k+$9,566

Debt & Financial Aid

Pell Grant Recipients68.8%
Using Federal Loans0.0%
Historical 3yr Loan RepaymentN/A

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

N/A

Success

22.6%

In-State Cost

$4,010

Age 25+ Students

55.9%

Carnegie Class

Special Focus: Law

Working at 6yr

108 students

Local City Insights

We are currently gathering city-level crime and housing data for Fort Yates. Check back soon for "Campus vs. City" comparisons!