Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Fort Yates, North Dakota |
| Online | sittingbull.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Remote Rural |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad |
Sitting Bull College, located in Fort Yates, North Dakota on the Standing Rock Reservation, serves as a tribal college dedicated to preserving Lakota/Dakota culture while providing higher education opportunities. The rural campus, established in 1973, operates from a modern facility constructed in 2008 that incorporates traditional Native American design elements and sustainable building practices. The college offers associate and bachelor's degrees with particular emphasis on Native American studies, business administration, environmental science, and education, while maintaining strong connections to indigenous knowledge systems. Sitting Bull College provides on-campus housing options for students in apartment-style units and serves primarily local reservation communities while welcoming students from diverse backgrounds.
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $410 |
| Room and Board | $5,850 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,530 |
| Total One Year Cost | $14,590 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Engineering Technology | 33% |
| Business | 19% |
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 13% |
| Natural Resources Conservation | 11% |
| Human Services | 6% |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=200466 IPEDS survey data for Sitting Bull College.
Current students may use the Sitting Bull College GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025