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Nueta Hidatsa Sahnish College

#1817 in US ranking New Town, ND
Type:
Public
Programs:
4 years or more

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Cost

Cost / year
$14,840
Tuition & fees
$3,870
Avg. aid
$14,609
Receiving aid
75%

Outcomes

Graduation rate
7%

What does Nueta Hidatsa Sahnish College offer in terms of athletics?

NHSC's reported athletics profile does not identify varsity sports or an athletic association affiliation. Applicants should therefore not assume that the college offers intercollegiate team competition or athletic scholarships.

Recreation and varsity athletics are different opportunities. A student interested in informal games, fitness activities, or a particular sport should ask student services what is currently organized and where it takes place, rather than relying on a varsity recruiting model.

What student groups and Associations are available at Nueta Hidatsa Sahnish College?

NHSC reports a student-run campus newspaper and a drama or theater group. These offer potential ways to participate in writing, reporting, performance, and collaborative projects outside regular classes.

At a small college, an activity's schedule and membership may change from term to term. Students who want a specific role - such as editing the newspaper, performing, or starting a group - should ask the relevant adviser or student services office about current participation and recognition procedures.

Who studies at Nueta Hidatsa Sahnish College?

NHSC reported 233 enrolled students and 28 first-time, degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates in its 2024-25 figures. Its small enrollment is useful context for class scheduling and student services, but it does not by itself describe the experience in a particular program.

The student body includes people at different life stages. The reported age counts include 37 students under 18, 30 ages 18-19, and substantial groups in their late twenties, thirties, and forties. That mix is relevant to applicants considering dual credit, returning to college, or balancing study with other responsibilities.

Reported geographic figures indicate that 93% of students were North Dakota residents. The college's tribal identity is also reflected in student demographics: a separate 2026 profile counted 125 American Indian or Alaska Native students. These figures come from different reporting sources and should not be combined to calculate a single-year demographic percentage.

How does student life look like at Nueta Hidatsa Sahnish College?

Student life at NHSC is shaped by its small enrollment, New Town location, and connection to the Fort Berthold community. For many students, the everyday experience will depend on the classes, campus activities, and services that fit around travel, employment, and family commitments.

The college reports a health clinic, personal or psychological counseling, and legal services among its student supports. Availability and eligibility may differ by service, so a student with an ongoing health, counseling, or legal need should establish what the college provides before relying on it. The newspaper and theater group offer ways to meet peers through shared work beyond coursework.

What libraries are available to students at Nueta Hidatsa Sahnish College?

NHSC reports one campus library. For a prospective student, the most important questions are whether its study space, collections, and research help support the courses in the intended program.

Students who will study away from campus should ask library staff how to access electronic materials and research assistance remotely. Those undertaking a substantial paper or project should also check how to obtain books or articles the library does not hold and whether any borrowing arrangements require advance planning.

Nueta Hidatsa Sahnish College Student Life for 2027

Total enrollment

233

Full Time Degree Seeking Freshmen

25

Total staff

21 full time, 1 part time

Veterans affair office

No

Nueta Hidatsa Sahnish College Student Body

Undergraduate vs. graduate students

Undergraduate: 233

Full-time vs. part-time students

Full-time: 107
Part-time: 126

Full-time degree-seeking students by gender

Women: 10
Men: 15

Students by race/ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino: 12
Black or African American: 2
White: 11
American Indian or Alaska Native: 125
Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 1
Two or more races: 10

Freshly enrolled students' age

Under 25 years
Over 25 years

Data last updated on November 2, 2026

Data sources: IPEDS 2024-25, Peterson 2026, College Scorecard 10/2026, Clery 2024 (2023-24), OpenAlex 2026

Figures on this profile come from federal and third-party datasets in the editions listed above and are refreshed periodically, so they may differ from what the institution currently reports. Confirm costs, deadlines and requirements with the school before making decisions.