Joining the Mountain West gives NDSU full FBS status, new opponents, expanded scholarships, access to bowl games and more.

The Bison's move challenges a long-standing rule that bars new FBS programs from competing for championships for two years.

Perennial FCS power North Dakota State will move up to the FBS level this season and join the Mountain West conference for ...

North Dakota State University’s deal to join the Mountain West Conference as a football-only member next season includes a ...

North Dakota State is joining the Mountain West Conference as a football-only member beginning July 1, 2026, NDSU and and the ...

North Dakota State is making the move from FCS to the Mountain West and will pay over $15 million to the conference and NCAA.

North Dakota State, which won 10 of the last 15 championships in the FCS, will give the revamped Mountain West an even 10 ...