Estimated Program Costs

Use our interactive program cost calculator below to estimate your out-of-pocket expenses. Select your optional or variable items—such as clinical travel, technology, and background screening options—to view your estimated total for required books, testing, equipment, and supplies.

📄DNP Combined Cost Estimates

Select A Program *Practical Nursing Certificate (PN)Associate Degree Nursing (RN)

Select Delivery Style *Traditional On CampusMobility

Select A CampusNote on Tuition Estimates: Figures shown reflect baseline tuition for two semesters at 12 credits per semester. Total out-of-pocket costs vary based on your final credit load, housing, meal plans, and campus-specific fees. For a complete cost breakdown tailored to your schedule, please use the individual campus links at the bottom of this page.Bismarck State CollegeDakota College at BottineauLake Region State CollegeWilliston State College

Required Program Essentials (PN Program) *Note: Select general items may be purchased from third-party retailers, but required course uniforms, equipment, textbook packages and ATI must be ordered through your campus bookstoreUniforms (Lab coat, scrubs, clinical shoes, dress shoes, black slacks, polo)Equipment (Pocket Nurse Skills Bag, stethoscope, sphygmomanometer, secondhand watch)Textbooks & Electronics (General education and core nursing course books)ATI Testing (Covers online practice & proctored exams, study modules, and NCLEX prep)

Required Program Essentials (ADN Program) *Note: Select general items may be purchased from third-party retailers, but required course uniforms, equipment, textbook packages and ATI must be ordered through your campus bookstoreUniforms (Lab coat, scrubs, clinical shoes, dress shoes, black slacks, polo)Equipment (Pocket Nurse Skills Bag, stethoscope, sphygmomanometer, secondhand watch)Textbooks & Electronics (General education and core nursing course books)ATI Testing (Covers online practice & proctored exams, study modules, and NCLEX prep)

Required Program Essentials (ADN Mobility Program) *Note: Select general items may be purchased from third-party retailers, but required course uniforms, equipment, textbook packages and ATI must be ordered through your campus bookstoreUniforms (Lab coat, scrubs, clinical shoes, dress shoes, black slacks, polo)Equipment (Pocket Nurse Skills Bag, stethoscope, sphygmomanometer, secondhand watch)Textbooks & Electronics (General education and core nursing course books)ATI Testing (Covers online practice & proctored exams, study modules, and NCLEX prep)

Required Program Essentials (PN Mobility Program) *Note: Select general items may be purchased from third-party retailers, but required course uniforms, equipment, textbook packages and ATI must be ordered through your campus bookstoreUniforms (Lab coat, scrubs, clinical shoes, dress shoes, black slacks, polo)Equipment (Pocket Nurse Skills Bag, stethoscope, sphygmomanometer, secondhand watch)Textbooks & Electronics (General education and core nursing course books)ATI Testing (Covers online practice & proctored exams, study modules, and NCLEX prep)

Background Check, Drug Screen & Tracking (CastleBranch) *BSC, DCB & WSCLRSC

Clinical Travel (Optional)Travel costs vary by clinical site placement and distance. Select an estimated travel allowance if you expect to commute out of area or attend required conferencesNo Major Travel ExpectedModerate Clinical Travel ExpectedMaximum Clinical Travel Expected

Technology & Devices (Optional)Items below are a requirement for program technology. Select an item only if you need to purchase it for the upcoming academic year.Laptop Computer & PrinterSmartphone/Handheld Device (For clinical electronic reference apps)

Estimated Non-Tuition Program Total

Important Note on Costs:

The baseline required supplies, books, equipment, and ATI fees total $2,239.00. Additional expenses vary based on individual technology needs, clinical travel requirements, and background screening options. Tuition and mandatory campus fees are billed separately by your home campus (Bismarck State College, Dakota College at Bottineau, Lake Region State College, or Williston State College). Please consult your campus financial aid advisor for an individualized funding plan.