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Rasmussen University-North Dakota
Fargo, North Dakota · Private for-profit university · Training programs available:
Address: 4012 19th Avenue SW, Fargo, ND 58103 · Phone: (701) 277-3889 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Rasmussen University-North Dakota is a private for-profit trade school in Fargo, ND offering LPN, medical billing & coding, and pharmacy technician programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, graduates of Rasmussen University-North Dakota carry a median debt of $20,899 and earn a median of $39,080 ten years after entry; the campus completion rate versus the state average of 63.5% is not reported.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Rasmussen University-North Dakota; federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and about 38.3% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $50,950 | $62,300 | $65,020 |
| Medical records specialists | $39,580 | $46,280 | $60,860 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $38,370 | $47,560 | $54,250 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in North Dakota (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 21 | $40,180 | $37,868 | $14,167 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 12 | $28,134 | $31,574 | $10,018 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 1 | $29,867 | $28,077 | $21,547 |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Rasmussen University-North Dakota is a private for-profit trade and career campus located in Fargo, North Dakota. It is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, and federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used by eligible students at this school. The campus awards credentials mainly in three program families: LPN / LVN programs (21 completers), medical billing & coding programs (12 completers), and pharmacy technician programs (1 completer).
Federal data shows 34 trade program completers out of an undergraduate enrollment of 52. The state average completion rate is 63.5%, but this campus's own completion rate and its comparison to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates carry a median debt of $20,899, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $39,080. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 38.3% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of lower-income students enrolled here.
This campus may suit students pursuing shorter, credential-focused programs in healthcare support fields such as practical nursing, medical billing and coding, or pharmacy technician work, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data, so applicants should confirm scheduling directly with the school. Prospective students can verify accreditation status through the Higher Learning Commission and review the school's federal outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Rasmussen University-North Dakota offers LPN / LVN programs (21 completers), medical billing & coding programs (12 completers), and pharmacy technician programs (1 completer).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, and its accreditation status is listed as accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so eligible students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The campus's own completion rate and its comparison to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data; the state average completion rate is 63.5%. Contact the school directly or check the College Scorecard for more detail.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $20,899, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $39,080, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (701) 277-3889 or visit rasmussen.edu for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Rasmussen University-North Dakota is a private for-profit institution, which can affect tuition pricing and institutional funding structures compared to public or non-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Higher Learning Commission and review federal outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?200013.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers credential-focused healthcare support programs like LPN, medical billing & coding, and pharmacy technician training, which are commonly short-term fields, though specific program lengths and adult-learner services are not reported for this campus in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to learn about any licensing exams tied to specific programs, such as practical nursing.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at (701) 277-3889 or visit its website at https://rasmussen.edu/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?200013 can be used to look up nearby comparable institutions.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.