What is the International Bison Summer Camp?
The International Bison Summer Camp is an exciting short-term summer experience for international students who want to discover North Dakota State University, explore U.S. university life, and experience the culture and community of the Upper Midwest.
This program invites students to step into campus life at NDSU and see firsthand what studying and living in the United States can look like. Through hands-on experiences, campus exploration, and time spent with faculty, staff, and fellow students, participants get a genuine feel for university life both inside and outside the classroom.
Students join us not just as visitors, but as curious learners and explorers, discovering new places, ideas, and connections along the way.
What Students Will Experience
During International Bison Summer Camp, students will:
· Explore U.S. university life and learn how academics, classrooms, and campus resources come together at an R1 research university
· Engage with NDSU faculty and staff through interactive, informal academic discovery sessions
· Experience campus and community life and see what daily student life looks like at NDSU
· Discover the region by spending time in Minneapolis and Fargo, plus a regional excursion in the Upper Midwest
· Connect with other students by building friendships, sharing cultures, and creating meaningful connections
Who is This Program For?
International Bison Summer Camp is designed for international students who are:
· Exploring future study options at NDSU or in the United States
· Curious about U.S. campus life and academic culture
· Interested in learning through experience, exploration, and connection
· Looking for a short-term summer program that combines education, culture, and community
Participation in this program does not require a future application to NDSU. Whether students ultimately choose to study at NDSU or elsewhere, our International Bison Summer Camp is designed to be a memorable and meaningful learning experience on its own.
Program Overview
- Dates: July 25 – August 3, 2026
- Location: Minneapolis, MN and Fargo, ND
- Cost: $2,500 (Includes: transportation, residence halls and hotels, most meals, cultural activities and entry fees).
Program Requirements
- $35 Registration Fee
- English Proficiency (B1 or equivalent to “advanced beginner”)
- 18 Years of Age or Older
- Participants are responsible for obtaining their own visa to enter the United States. For most students, this will be a short-term visitor (tourist) visa.
The $35 registration fee is applied to the total cost of the program. $2,465 will be the final payment due at a later date. Questions or More Information:
Please contact: NDSU.intl.admissions@ndsu.edu