About Bismarck, North Dakota
Often misspelled as Bismark, the capitol city of Bismarck, North Dakota sits on the Missouri Plateau along the Missouri River. An estimated 59,000 people live in this expanding city, which is the hub for many large industries and still manages to remain a charming place to live and work.
The discovery of gold in the nearby Black Hills in 1874 was the first real impetus for growth and today, Bismarck, ND has grown into a big city with small town appeal. Bismarck has a large park system, an extensive network of exercise trails, swimming pools, and several golf courses within the city. With an exceptional educational system, low crime rates, and a bustling economy, Bismarck is a city of growing distinction in the west.
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Career opportunities in Bismarck continue to increase as the city grows, and at Rasmussen College, our Career Services staff works to place our graduates in respected positions throughout the area. Major area employers include the state government of North Dakota, Medcenter One Health Systems, St. Alexius Medical Center, Bobcat/Ingersoll Rand, Basin Electric Power Cooperative, Bismarck Public Schools, and Midwest Motor Express.
Other interesting facts:- The " Port of Bismarck" is home to the Lewis and Clark Riverboat
- In February 2007, Bismarck broke the U.S. world record for most snow angels made in one place with 8,962 participants
- The average age of Bismarck residents is 36 years
- Bismarck was founded in 1872 under the name Edwinton and was changed to Bismarck only a year later in 1873
- The North Dakota State Capitol is the tallest building in the city
- Aakers College’s Bismarck campus joined Rasmussen College in 2007, but has been a part of the Rasmussen College system of schools since 2004
If you have questions about our Bismarck, ND campus, call (701) 530-9600 locally or nationwide toll free (800) 817-0009. Get the answers from the people who live and work there.
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