3501 University Avenue Grand Forks, ND
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- 7,714 Students
- Public
Description
The University of North Dakota (UND), located in Grand Forks, is the state’s oldest and largest university, established in 1883, six years before North Dakota even became a state. A comprehensive doctoral university with high research activity, UND offers a wide array of undergraduate and graduate programs across various fields, including strong emphasis in aerospace, medicine, engineering, and energy. With a commitment to providing exceptional educational experiences, UND fosters a vibrant campus community and prepares students to be leaders in their respective fields, contributing significantly to the state and beyond through its teaching, research, and engagement initiatives.
National Merit
- You may receive a UND scholarship equivalent to full tuition and mandatory student fees.
- May be renewable for up to 3 additional years if criteria are met.Â
- A National Merit Finalist or Semi-Finalist from North Dakota or Minnesota who selects UND as their first choice on the National Merit Application.
- If you’re a National Merit Scholar from another state, UND will review your file for scholarship eligibility.
This scholarship is in addition to other UND scholarships and waivers you’re eligible to receive (up to the full cost of attendance).
Additional Scholarship Opportunities
| Unweighted, Cumulative High School GPA | Freshman Scholarship Award |
|---|---|
| 3.90+ GPA or 30+ ACT (1370+ SAT) with 3.00+ GPA* | $14,000 $3,500 / year for a maximum of 4 years |
| 3.70 – 3.89 GPA | $11,000 $2,750 / year for a maximum of 4 years |
| 3.50 – 3.69 GPA | $1,500 non-renewable |
Last Updated: April 2025