University of Jamestown
A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who want small classes and close faculty access. freshman retention is below 65%. a private nonprofit school with 947 students.
About This School
University of Jamestown is a private nonprofit institution located in Jamestown, North Dakota with approximately 947 undergraduate students enrolled. University of Jamestown has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 94%. The average net price after financial aid is $20,318 per year. The graduation rate is 44%, and the typical graduate earns $49,600 within 10 years of enrollment.
The University of Jamestown is a private Christian university in Jamestown, North Dakota, United States. Founded in 1883 by the Presbyterian Church, it has about 1,300 students enrolled and has been co-educational from its founding. Until August 2013, the school was known as Jamestown College.
The numbers tell a mixed story here: a 44% graduation rate and 64% freshman retention rate suggest many students either struggle to finish or leave before getting the chance, which is worth taking seriously before enrolling. On the positive side, median debt at graduation is a relatively low $15,897, and the net price of about $20,318/year is reasonable for a small Christian liberal arts school with a personalized environment. This is worth considering if you're drawn to faith-based education in a tight-knit setting, but come in with a clear plan and strong support system — the retention data suggests not everyone finds their footing here.
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Will This School Pay Off?
Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.
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