First-Year Student

Deciding on a college is a big decision.  We want you to be confident that you have all the information you need. The application gives our counselors insight into who you are and what you care about.  Armed with that information, they are better able to help you make an informed decision.  When you submit an application, you are not committing to a college; you are further exploring that college.  It is through this process that we will determine if you qualify for one of our many generous academic scholarships as well as provide us with information that could lead to other institutional awards including athletic, fine arts, and other merit awards.  Congratulations on taking this important step!

• Minimum GPA of 2.50 on a 4.0 scale and an ACT composite score of 18 or SAT of 850
• Minimum GPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale and an ACT composite score of 17 or SAT of 810
• We do not require the writing component of the ACT or SAT test.
• We do not have unit requirements; however, we require students to have obtained a state graduation certificate or GED certificate.

If you do not meet these admission requirements, you may be considered for conditional admission.  If accepted as a conditional admit, you may be limited in the number of credits you are allowed to take your first semester.

1. Complete an Application for Admission -  if you prefer to complete a paper application instead of using the online application, you may print the application or use one previously provided and mail it along with a $35 application fee to: 

2. Submit your High School transcript at the above address or fax it to 701-253-4318.
3. Submit your ACT or SAT test scores (if this information is included on your high school transcript, that is sufficient).
4. Submit an academic reference.  This form should be completed by a teacher, counselor or school administrator.  The completed form can be mailed, faxed, or submitted online.

As soon as your admission file is complete, we will make an admission decision and determine any academic scholarships for which you may qualify.  Your admission counselor will be in communication with you throughout this process and is happy to answer any questions you may have.