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NDSU Joins Mountain West After $25 Million Boost

2/19/2026

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North Dakota State University will move to the Mountain West Conference for FBS competition.
NDSU has secured $25 million in donor commitments to cover entry fees and operations.
Matt Larsen, athletics director at North Dakota State University, says the program is ready.
Key boosters, including Tom Blattner, a major donor, have contributed, and NDSU has won 10 FCS championships in 15 years while facing declining attendance.

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North Dakota State University will move to the Mountain West Conference for FBS competition.
NDSU has secured $25 million in donor commitments to cover entry fees and operations.
Matt Larsen, athletics director at North Dakota State University, says the program is ready.
Key boosters, including Tom Blattner, a major donor, have contributed, and NDSU has won 10 FCS championships in 15 years while facing declining attendance.