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North Dakota is a haven for those looking to escape from the loud chaos of big city living. The Peace Garden State has an apt nickname, for it is indeed a serene setting. With a scant 646,844 people sharing an astonishing 70,762 square miles of land, North Dakota definitely leaves it residents with plenty of room to breathe and stretch their legs, which is undoubtedly an enticing perk for those weary of the overcrowded and congested lifestyles of major metropolitan areas. The state also is considered to have one of the most businesses friendly tax climates in the nation, making it that much more inviting for those looking for a fresh start.

Agriculture is by far the biggest industry in the Peace Garden State, providing the nation with its supply of barley, sunflower seeds, and wheat. No doubt that those who love to shelling and snacking on sunflower pods have North Dakota to thank for making that specialty item available in major grocery stores across the country. Energy is another big industry in the state, with coal mines still generating a majority of the energy used there. In addition to these industries, health care is also holding strong despite economic turmoil. Nursing opportunities are slim due to the sheer fact that there are not many residents to care for in the state, but they are available in the state's bigger population centers, such as Fargo and Bismarck. To become a registered nurse (RN) in North Dakota, one must obtain a diploma, associate, or bachelor's degree from an accredited nursing program. Then, prospective nurses must also successfully complete the NCLEX-RN examination to obtain a nursing license before they can begin professionally working. In addition, nurses are expected to provide fingerprint cards to the North Dakota Board of Nursing so that their criminal backgrounds may be checked.

School Name:Bismarck State College

Address:1500 Edwards Ave, Bismarck, North Dakota 58506-5587

Contact:(701) 224-5400

Website:www.bismarckstate.edu

Type of School:4-year, primarily associate's, Public

Programs Offered:Less than one year certificate;One but less than two years certificate;Associate's degree;Bachelor's degree

Student-to-faculty Ratio:19 to 1

School Name:Dakota College at Bottineau

Address:105 Simrall Blvd, Bottineau, North Dakota 58318-1159

Contact:(701) 228-2277

Website:www.dakotacollege.edu

Type of School:2-year, Public

Programs Offered:Less than one year certificate;One but less than two years certificate;Associate's degree;Two but less than 4 years certificate

Student-to-faculty Ratio:17 to 1

School Name:Dickinson State University

Address:291 Campus Drive, Dickinson, North Dakota 58601-4896

Contact:(701) 483-2507

Website:www.dickinsonstate.com

Type of School:4-year, Public

Programs Offered:Less than one year certificate;One but less than two years certificate;Associate's degree;Bachelor's degree

Student-to-faculty Ratio:16 to 1

School Name:Fort Berthold Community College

Address:220 8th Ave. N, New Town, North Dakota 58763

Contact:(701) 627-4738 x286

Website:www.fbcc.bia.edu

Type of School:2-year, Public

Programs Offered:Less than one year certificate;One but less than two years certificate;Associate's degree

Student-to-faculty Ratio:12 to 1

School Name:Jamestown College

Address:608 6th St NE, Jamestown, North Dakota 58405

Contact:(701) 252-3467

Website:www.jc.edu

Type of School:4-year, Private not-for-profit

Programs Offered:Bachelor's degree

Student-to-faculty Ratio:15 to 1

School Name:Lake Region State College

Address:1801 College Dr N, Devils Lake, North Dakota 58301-1598

Contact:(701) 662-1600

Website:www.lrsc.edu

Type of School:2-year, Public

Programs Offered:Less than one year certificate;One but less than two years certificate;Associate's degree

Student-to-faculty Ratio:27 to 1

School Name:Medcenter One College of Nursing

Address:512 N 7th St, Bismarck, North Dakota 58501-4425

Contact:(701) 323-6271

Website:www.medcenterone.com/collegeofnursing

Type of School:4-year, Private not-for-profit

Programs Offered:Bachelor's degree

Student-to-faculty Ratio:8 to 1

School Name:Minot State University

Address:500 University Ave W, Minot, North Dakota 58707

Contact:(701) 858-3000

Website:www.minotstateu.edu

Type of School:4-year, Public

Programs Offered:One but less than two years certificate;Associate's degree;Bachelor's degree;Master's degree;Post-master's certificate

Student-to-faculty Ratio:12 to 1

School Name:North Dakota State College of Science

Address:800 N 6th St, Wahpeton, North Dakota 58076

Contact:(701) 671-2403

Website:www.ndscs.edu

Type of School:2-year, Public

Programs Offered:Less than one year certificate;One but less than two years certificate;Associate's degree

Student-to-faculty Ratio:13 to 1

School Name:North Dakota State University-Main Campus

Address:1301 12th Avenue North, Fargo, North Dakota 58108-6050

Contact:(701) 231-8011

Website:www.ndsu.nodak.edu

Type of School:4-year, Public

Programs Offered:Less than one year certificate;Bachelor's degree;Postbaccalaureate certificate;Master's degree

Student-to-faculty Ratio:19 to 1

School Name:Rasmussen College-Fargo

Address:4012 19th Avenue SW, Fargo, North Dakota 58103-7196

Contact:(701) 277-3889

Website:www.rasmussen.edu

Type of School:4-year, primarily associate's, Private for-profit

Programs Offered:Less than one year certificate;One but less than two years certificate;Associate's degree;Bachelor's degree

Student-to-faculty Ratio:30 to 1

School Name:Sitting Bull College

Address:1341 92nd Street, Fort Yates, North Dakota 58538-9721

Contact:(701) 854-8000

Website:www.sittingbull.edu

Type of School:4-year, primarily associate's, Public

Programs Offered:Less than one year certificate;Associate's degree;Bachelor's degree

Student-to-faculty Ratio:9 to 1

School Name:Turtle Mountain Community College

Address:10145 BIA #7 North, Belcourt, North Dakota 58316

Contact:(701) 477-7862

Website:www.tm.edu

Type of School:4-year, primarily associate's, Private not-for-profit

Programs Offered:One but less than two years certificate;Associate's degree;Bachelor's degree

Student-to-faculty Ratio:16 to 1

School Name:United Tribes Technical College

Address:3315 University Dr, Bismarck, North Dakota 58504

Contact:(701) 255-3285 x1217

Website:unitedtribestech.com

Type of School:2-year, Private not-for-profit

Programs Offered:One but less than two years certificate;Associate's degree

Student-to-faculty Ratio:6 to 1

School Name:University of Mary

Address:7500 University Dr, Bismarck, North Dakota 58504

Contact:(701) 255-7500

Website:www.umary.edu

Type of School:4-year, Private not-for-profit

Programs Offered:Associate's degree;Bachelor's degree;Master's degree

Student-to-faculty Ratio:15 to 1

School Name:University of North Dakota

Address:University Station, Grand Forks, North Dakota 58202-8193

Contact:(800) 225-5863

Website:www.und.edu

Type of School:4-year, Public

Programs Offered:Less than one year certificate;One but less than two years certificate;Bachelor's degree;Postbaccalaureate certificate;Master's degree;Post-master's certificate

Student-to-faculty Ratio:21 to 1

School Name:Williston State College

Address:1410 University Ave, Williston, North Dakota 58801-1326

Contact:(701) 774-4200

Website:www.wsc.nodak.edu

Type of School:2-year, Public

Programs Offered:One but less than two years certificate;Associate's degree;Two but less than 4 years certificate

Student-to-faculty Ratio:15 to 1

Source: http://www.bls.gov/oes/