Overview
North Dakota is located in the Midwestern United States and has a population of approximately 650,000. Immigration accounts for most increases in population, though it is expected to decline significantly over the coming years. The state is sometimes called the "High Plains" and you can expect seasonal weather, meaning very cold winters and hot summers. The primary post-secondary institutions in North Dakota are the University of North Dakota, Dickinson State University, the North Dakota State College of Science and the University of Mary.
Nursing Education in North Dakota
Scholarships and other resources for financial aid are somewhat limited in North Dakota, but students can apply for scholarships such as the North Dakota Scholars Program, ND State Student Incentive Grant Program and ND Academic and Career & Technical Education Scholarships. North Dakota has a significant number of native American reservations and students of native American heritage are advised to explore scholarship opportunities for native American nursing students interested in working on reservations after completing their education..
Outlook for Nursing in North Dakota
Once you pass the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX), you may apply for a job as a registered nurse in North Dakota. Based on figures from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor Occupational Outlook Handbook 2010 edition, North Dakota employs fewer than 8,000 registered nurses, a relatively low number compared to most other states. The employment numbers of North Dakota nurses remain quite steady despite an ever-declining population. The mean annual salary of an RN in North Dakota is $57,020. In the case of licensed practical and vocational nurses, North Dakota ranks among the top five states with the highest concentration of workers: 3,300 employed, earning a mean annual salary of $36,730.
Some of the top employers of Registered Nurses in North Dakota include MeritCare Hospital, Saint Alexius Medical Center, Altru Hospital, and MedCenter One Hospital.
Nursing Degree Programs in North Dakota
Transition programs for nurses:
Graduate programs for nurses:
- All Masters in Nursing Programs in ND
- All DNP and PhD in Nursing Programs in ND
- All Nurse Practitioner Programs in ND
Entry level nursing programs:
