Dickinson State University
Published tuition$9,118 - $20,155
Online programsYes
Best Online Nursing Programs in Dickinson, ND (2026)
Dickinson, North Dakota has 3 accredited schools offering nursing programs, with tuition ranging from $5,195 to $20,155 per year for indexed programs. Dickinson has a population of about 25,216. Median household income is $76,964 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 27.4% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. In North Dakota, the top-earning nursing-related role is Nurse Anesthetist at a median $244,240 annually (BLS, May 2025).
Closest Nursing Schools to Dickinson
The 3 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 3 schools in our directory that offer nursing programs near Dickinson. Distances are calculated from Dickinson city center.
How We Rank Schools
Every school list on this site is ordered by the BOC Score, computed from the most recent school-level data published by the U.S. Department of Education (College Scorecard and IPEDS). To qualify, a school must be currently operating and accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Each eligible school is then scored on five measures, percentile-ranked against schools at the same credential level:
- Graduation rate 30%
- Median earnings, 10 years after entry 25%
- Average net price (lower is better) 20%
- Retention rate 15%
- Fully online availability 10%
Schools without enough outcome data appear after ranked schools, without a score. On this page, schools are ordered by distance from Dickinson. Advertising never affects these rankings. Read the full methodology.
Bismarck State College
Published tuition$5,195 - $15,274
Online programsYes
Williston State College
Published tuitionContact school for pricing
Online programsYes
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all North Dakota schools on the North Dakota nursing page.
Nursing Wages Near Dickinson
| Occupation | Median Annual Wage (North Dakota, statewide) |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $80,730 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $62,300 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | $244,240 |
| Nurse Midwife | $72,630 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $130,070 |
| Nursing Assistant | $45,820 |
Source: BLS, May 2025 Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics publishes wage data at the metro (MSA) and state level – not by individual city.
Dickinson at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 25,216 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $76,964 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 27.4% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Nursing-related employment in Stark County | 689 workers, 12 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Dickinson-Area Cities With Nursing Programs
- Mandan, ND – 90.1 mi away (21,769 pop)
- Williston, ND – 97.6 mi away (27,164 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited nursing schools are near Dickinson, ND?
Our directory has 3 accredited schools offering nursing programs near Dickinson. The closest is Dickinson State University in Dickinson, ND (0.7 miles), and the farthest of the schools shown is Williston State College (95.6 miles). 3 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.
What are the highest-paying nursing roles in North Dakota?
Based on BLS May 2025 state wage data, the top-paying nursing-related roles in North Dakota are: Nurse Anesthetist ($244,240), Nurse Practitioner ($130,070), Registered Nurse ($80,730). Wages for Dickinson workers will track these statewide medians, adjusted for local cost of living.
Should I look at programs in Mandan instead of Dickinson?
Mandan, ND is 90.1 miles from Dickinson and has its own set of local nursing programs – see the city’s page. For online programs, distance matters less; for hybrid or in-person formats, comparing both can help.
Is Dickinson an affordable place to study nursing?
Dickinson’s median household income of $76,964 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Dickinson while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and North Dakota public universities often offer reduced in-state online tuition.
How do I verify a program is accredited?
Confirm institutional accreditation via the U.S. Department of Education database (U.S. Dept. of Education database), and check for any program-specific accreditation listed by the school.
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Data verified: June 11, 2026. Salary, employment, and tuition figures on this page are sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (OEWS May 2025; Employment Projections 2024–2034) and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (2023 cohort). The source agency and data year are cited inline with every statistic.
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