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University of Jamestown

Type 4 year, Private
Business Model Non Profit
Campus locale Town: Remote
Degrees offered Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Small
Dormitory capacity 899
Religious affiliation Presbyterian
Student to faculty ratio 11 to 1
Acceptance rate 76%
Students retention rate 72%
On-time graduation rate 56%

Located in Jamestown, North Dakota, University of Jamestown is a private, non profit institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

The acceptance rate of 76% indicates that University of Jamestown is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

University of Jamestown is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 11-to-1, University of Jamestown emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

The student retention rate of 72% at University of Jamestown suggests that a significant percentage of students choose to continue their studies at the institution after their first-year.


  • Accredited by: Higher Learning Commission
  • The institution provides on-campus housing

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

75.8%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$23,498

Cost of attendance at University of Jamestown in 2022 for students from North Dakota.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

North Dakota's average $7,345
National average $30,235

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$23,498

Cost of attendance at University of Jamestown in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

North Dakota's average $9,639
National average $30,238

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 100 of freshman students at University of Jamestown received on average $16,315 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$16,315
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 83 32% $4,458 $370,014
Other Federal Grant 227 87% $2,394 $543,490
State Grant/Scholarships 98 38% $2,544 $249,325
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 261 100% $13,277 $3,465,307
Total Grant & Scholarships 261 100% $16,315 $4,258,122

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of University of Jamestown students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of University of Jamestown students is 55.6%. Female students graduated at a rate of 65.6%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 45.0%.

55.6%

  • African American 38.5% 5 students
  • white 60.0% 105 students
  • hispanic 30.0% 6 students
  • International Students 73.3% 11 students

Sport Conferences

  • Football Great Plains Athletic Conference
  • Baseball Great Plains Athletic Conference
  • Basketball Great Plains Athletic Conference
  • Track and Cross Country Great Plains Athletic Conference

Athletic Associations

  • NAIA
    National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA)

Service Offerings

University of Jamestown provides the following additional services to its students
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

University of Jamestown offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Study abroad
  • Teacher certification

Veteran Services

  • Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Credit for military training
  • Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)