The University of North Dakota (UND or North Dakota) is a public research university in Grand Forks, North Dakota. It was established by the Dakota Territorial Assembly in 1883, six years before the establishment of the state of North Dakota. The university has the only schools of law and medicine in the state of North Dakota. The John D. Odegard School of Aerospace Sciences was the first in the country to offer a degree in unmanned aircraft systems operation. Several national research institutions are on the university's campus including the Energy and Environmental Research Center, the School of Medicine and Health Sciences, and the USDA Human Nutrition Research Center. It is classified among "R2: Doctoral Universities High research activity".
The University of North Dakota School of Law, established in 1899 in Grand Forks, stands as the state's sole law school, offering a comprehensive Juris Doctor JD program. It is dedicated to providing a thorough legal education emphasizing practical skills, ethical considerations, and a deep understanding of the law. Known for its small class sizes and accessible faculty, the school cultivates a supportive learning environment focused on developing practice-ready graduates through extensive experiential learning opportunities. Actively involved in research and community outreach, including the significant work of the Northern Plains Indian Law Center, UND Law contributes to legal scholarship and serves the region, effectively preparing students for successful and impactful careers in the legal field.
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