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North Dakota State University (NDSU) · Fargo, North Dakota · Public university

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NCAA IMissouri Valley Conference
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Acceptance rate95%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate64%finish within six years
Undergraduates11,952Large (>10,000)
Student-to-faculty19 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

North Dakota State University Football coaches

Coaches at North Dakota State University who recruit Men's Football, head coach first.

Tim PolasekHead Coach
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Carlton LittlejohnSpecial Teams Coordinator - Defensive Ends
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Dan LarsonOffensive Coordinator - Tight Ends and Fullbacks
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Athletics

The program

Where North Dakota State University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Missouri Valley Conference
Program level
Recognized
Athletics site
gobison.com
Academics

How you compare

The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.

SATMiddle 50%: 968–1216
ACTMiddle 50%: 19–25

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Popular majors

AccountingAgribusiness/Agricultural Business OperationsAgricultural Communication/JournalismAgricultural EconomicsAgricultural EngineeringAgricultural Mechanization, GeneralAgricultural Teacher Education
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
19 : 1
Graduation rate
64% in six years
Costs

What it costs

Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.

In-state tuitionFor North Dakota residents$9,309
Out-of-state tuition$13,963
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$15,596
Campus

Where it is

North Dakota State University in Fargo.

Location
Fargo, North Dakota
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Central
Website
ndsu.edu
Overview

About North Dakota State University Football

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Tim Polasek, the Head Coach, leads the North Dakota State University Football staff of 24 coaches, verified September 2026. North Dakota State University (NDSU) competes in NCAA Division I Football as a member of the Missouri Valley Conference. North Dakota State University is a large public school in Fargo, North Dakota with 11,952 undergraduates, a 95% acceptance rate and an average net price of $15,596 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by North Dakota State University Football

What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.

  1. Find the right coachEmail Tim Polasek, the Head Coach and Carlton Littlejohn, the Special Teams Coordinator - Defensive Ends. North Dakota State University has 24 coaches for Football, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your position, height and weight, 40-yard dash and key stats in the subject line and first sentences. Division I coaches recruit early and compare you against national results, so verified numbers matter.
  3. Send your videoInclude a Hudl highlight video with your best plays first, with the link near the top so Tim can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at North Dakota State University typically score 968 – 1216 on the SAT and 19–25 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the North Dakota State University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
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Questions

North Dakota State University Football FAQ

Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.

Is North Dakota State University D1?

Yes. North Dakota State University competes in NCAA Division I Football, in the Missouri Valley Conference.

Is North Dakota State University public or private?

North Dakota State University is a public school in Fargo, North Dakota.

What conference is North Dakota State University Football in?

The Missouri Valley Conference.

Does North Dakota State University offer athletic scholarships for Football?

North Dakota State University competes in NCAA Division I, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.

How many coaches does North Dakota State University Football have?

24 coaches, led by Tim Polasek, the Head Coach.

How much does North Dakota State University cost?

In-state tuition is $9,309 and out-of-state tuition is $13,963 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $15,596.

What is the North Dakota State University acceptance rate?

95% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for North Dakota State University?

Admitted students typically score 968 – 1216 on the SAT and 19–25 on the ACT.

How do I contact the North Dakota State University Football coaches?

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Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.

Coaching staff verified September 2026