About Williston State College
Founded in 1961, Williston State College (WSC) operates as a two-year public community college in the North Dakota University System. The college is one of eleven institutions under the jurisdiction of the North Dakota State Board of Higher Education. Williston State College is “Where the People Make the Difference.”
WSC offers transfer programs leading to Associate in Arts and Associate in Science Degrees. Students can complete the first two years of many majors and transfer with junior status to most four-year colleges and universities. Williston offers associate’s degrees and certificates, a handful of which can be earned completely online. Williston also partners with other universities in the North Dakota system to allow students to earn bachelor’s degrees online. WSC online degrees offer the same high-quality education but with greater flexibility.
Accreditation & Licensing
Williston State College is accredited by:
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
Type:
2-year, PublicHighest Level Offered:
Associate's degreeReligious Affiliation:
Not applicableEnrollment:
Undergraduate: 1,268 ; Graduate: Not applicablePercent of Fully Online Students:
Undergraduate: 31% ; Graduate: Not applicableGraduation Rate:
42%Median Earnings, 10-Years After Degree Completion:
$44,017Median Debt After Graduation (4-Year Degree):
$10,099Average Undergraduates Receiving Aid:
67%Per Undergraduate Average Aid Award:
$7,625Credit for Military Training:
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Geographic and Educational Overview
Williston State College is located in North Dakota
North Dakota at a Glance:
Top Majors in North Dakota:
Top Incentives in North Dakota:
- North Dakota Academic Scholarship: Up to $6,000 total
- ND Career & Technical Education Scholarship: Up to $6,000 total
- ND Indian Scholarship: Up to $2,000 annually
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- Required Education: BS Agricultural Science
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- Required Education: BS Unmanned Systems
- Certifications: Remote Pilot, PMP
