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I work during the day and have a family to care for, too. Is there any way I can still get a degree? |
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Yes. Many NDUS campuses offer courses and complete degree programs through a variety of distance education mediums such as through the Internet, satellite, the Interactive Video Network, audio-conferencing, videotape, and correspondence. Accessing these options is described in the Distance Education section of this site. |
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How many students are enrolled in the NDUS? |
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Each fall, approximately 34,000 students enroll in one of the 11 institutions within the North Dakota University System. Campuses range in size from 700 students to 11,000 students so there is a campus for everyone. A more detailed enrollment report can be found in the Reports & Info section. |
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I'm a home-schooled student. How will this affect my chances for admission to a college or university? |
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The North Dakota University System recognizes that there are different ways to receive a high school education. However, the faculty and staff of NDUS campuses also recognize that there are certain indicators of post-secondary academic success. Therefore, guidelines have been established for home educated applicants. For more information, see NDUS Procedure 402 NDUS Guidelines for Home Educated Students. The Admission Info section of this site has other useful information as well. |
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I'm concerned about the cost of getting an education. Is there any kind of financial aid I can apply for? |
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The cost of an education can seem overwhelming but think of it as a long-term investment in yourself. Others are willing to invest in you, too, by offering grants, scholarships, loans, work-study, private aid, aid for military personnel, and the North Dakota Education Savings Plan. Learn more in the Financial Aid section of this site. |
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What is the General Education Transfer Agreement? |
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The General Education Transfer Agreement is a System-wide policy whereby general education courses in the areas of communications, arts and humanities, social sciences, and mathematics/science/technology which are taken at any NDUS institution count upon transfer to another University System campus if certain guidelines have been met. |
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I've heard so many stories about credits not transferring from one school to the next. What can you tell me that will ease my concern about transfer? |
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One of the benefits of enrolling in the NDUS is the ease of transfer from one System institution to another. That means if you want to start your post-secondary education at a two-year campus and transfer to a four-year campus, the process has been made simpler and easier thanks to a policy called the General Education Transfer Agreement. Another transfer initiative undertaken by the NDUS is common course numbering where over 500 courses are common on two or more campuses. Common courses have the same course prefix and number to make the transfer process as smooth as possible. Additional information can be found in the Transfer Info section. |
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What kinds of academic and vocational programs are offered? |
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The North Dakota University System offers over 800 programs for students. To help prospective students find out what programs are offered on what campuses as well as what degree level the program is offered, a fast and convenient system for finding this information has been developed and can be found in the Programs section of this site. |
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I want to go to college. What's my next step? |
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It takes time, effort, and thought to choose a college. You have to take into account what your interests are, your goals, your academic strengths, and your finances. Visit the Student Info section where you'll find out about admission requirements, transfer issues, educational costs, financial aid, and other useful information. |
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