NDSCS College Catalog

Additional Cost by Program
Students in a number of academic programs should plan for additional expenses as part of their education. These added expenses include professional-quality tools and equipment such as laptop computers, required supplies such as uniforms and special books. Many departments also carry a program fee and special course fees that helps offset instructional costs specific to that academic discipline.
Students enrolled in the following programs should add the corresponding amounts to their estimated expenses. The (1) indicates the first year of a program, and a (2) indicates the second year.
Agriculture (1).........................................................................$300
Ag Mechanics (1)....................................................................$2,040
Architectural Drafting and Estimating Technology (1)................$2,000
Associate in Science in Nursing................................................$1,680
Auto Body Repair and Refinishing Technology (1)...................$2,900
Automotive Technology (1).....................................................$3,900
Automotive Technology (2).....................................................$400
Building Construction Technology (1)......................................$1,050
Caterpillar Dealer Service Technician (1).................................$4,010
Civil Engineering and Surveying Technology (1)........................$2,300
Civil Engineering and Surveying Technology (2)........................$300
CIS - Computer Science (1)....................................................$2,100
Culinary Arts (1)......................................................................$475
Culinary Arts (2)......................................................................$300
Dental Assisting (1)..................................................................$600
Dental Hygiene (1)..................................................................$2,750
Dental Hygiene (2)...................................................................$1,825
Diesel Technology (1)..............................................................$4,310
Diesel Technology (2)..............................................................$300
Electrical Technology (1).........................................................$900
Electrical Technology (2).........................................................$400
Electronics Technology (1).......................................................$2,200
Electronics Technology (2).......................................................$200
HVAC/R (1)...........................................................................$1,150
John Deere Technology (1).....................................................$4,010
Machinist and Toolmaker (1)...................................................$2,340
Machinist and Toolmaker (2)...................................................$500
Master Tech (Auto/Diesel)......................................................$400
Occupational Therapy Assistant (1)..........................................$600
Pathway..................................................................................$2,005
Pharmacy Technician (1).........................................................$500
Plumbing.................................................................................$400
Practical Nursing (1)...............................................................$730
Practical Nursing (2)...............................................................$885
Recreational Engines Technology (1).......................................$2,640
Recreational Engines Technology (2).......................................$200
Welding Technology (1)..........................................................$800
Welding Technology (2)..........................................................$400
 
These amounts are estimates used for financial aid budgets and are based on 2008-09 anticipated costs. The totals are subject to change. Please contact the Enrollment Services office for more information about program fees. Specific course fees, as outlined for 2008-09, are listed in the appendices.
For a complete list of tools and supplies, contact the North Dakota State College of Science Bookstore. Estimates for laptop computer leases are based on rates from a vendor. Students retain the option of buying any books, tools and supplies - including laptop computers - from vendors other than the NDSCS Bookstore or those recommended by NDSCS.