Established in 1883, Jamestown College is a private, liberal arts four-year college granting bachelor of arts, bachelor of science, and bachelor of science in nursing degrees as well as a master’s degree in education. Jamestown College offers more than 40 areas of study.  With the Jamestown College Journey to Success, emphasis is placed not only on preparing students academically in their chosen areas of study, but also on preparing students through an experience that is student-centered and integrates the liberal arts with sound professional programs. The Journey includes a four-year graduation guarantee and a guaranteed internship.

For the sixth consecutive year, Jamestown College is the highest-ranked Top Tier college in North Dakota as ranked by U.S. News & World Report. Jamestown College has also been named a Best Midwestern College by the Princeton Review.

Location

Jamestown, a city of 17,000, is located in the scenic James River Valley in Central North Dakota.

Campus

Our beautiful campus sits on 110 wooded acres and is made up of 23 buildings which include 10 classroom buildings and six residence halls.

Enrollment

1,000 students from 31 states and 13 countries.

Faculty

The majority of our faculty have earned their Ph.D. or highest degree in their field; 13:1 student faculty ratio.

At Jamestown College, you’re not just a number! Your professors will get to know you, your interests, and your goals for the future.

Average Class Size

Most classes at Jamestown College have fewer than 30 students. The average class size is 19 students.

Library Facilities

Raugust Library houses more than 150,000 items from books and periodicals to government documents to audio-visual materials to microforms.

Jamestown College is affordable! Nearly 100 percent of Jamestown College students receive some form of financial aid. The College awards $7.25 million in institutional aid alone each year. Our aid packages are based on individual need as well as on academic merit, leadership and special talents. We encourage you to apply for both Jamestown College and federal aid.

Athletics

The Jimmies proudly compete in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA). Eight men’s and nine women’s sports are offered:

Baseball (M)
Basketball (M,W)
Cross Country (M,W)

Dance (W)
Football (M)
Golf (M,W)
Soccer (M,W)
Softball (W)
Track & Field (M,W)
Volleyball (W)
Wrestling (M,W)