The Land-Grant Heritage

Honoring the commitment of the Morrill Act of 1862, the land-grant universities were established to provide studies that were a blend of technical and academic subjects. Known as a "people's college," North Dakota State University was part of the bold experiment to provide access to a college education for the common person.

North Dakota State University, the state's first land-grant institution, is well positioned to prepare graduates for the global marketplace and technologically oriented economy. Through a statewide network of centers and electronic technology, NDSU provides a growing capability for delivering education, cultural activities and information to schools and homes throughout North Dakota. North Dakota State University is a publicly supported comprehensive land-grant institution, with a strong agriculture and applied science tradition.

(Source: NDSU Bulletin: 2006-2008)