University of North Dakota

The University of North Dakota is a public four-year institution in Grand Forks, North Dakota. With a total enrollment of 17,671 students (IPEDS 2023), it is a large research university that holds a quality score of 59 out of 100. The institution reports a completion rate of 63% and a retention rate of 83% (IPEDS 2023).

UND offers a wide range of vocational and professional programs. Its aviation division is particularly notable, with programs in Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, Aviation/Airway Management and Operations, Air Traffic Controller, Remote Aircraft Pilot, Flight Instructor, and Air Transportation. The university also offers Registered Nursing at both the associate and bachelor's levels, a Physician Associate/Assistant program, Computer and Information Systems Security, and Athletic Training.

Located in Grand Forks, a small city in northeastern North Dakota, UND serves as a major educational and economic anchor for the region. Its aviation programs are among the most recognized in the country, drawing students from across the United States who seek careers in commercial aviation, air traffic control, and related aerospace fields.