Using your example of North Dakota State University. They have about 15,000 students. Over 50% get federal student loans averaging about 6,500/student/year.

Using your example of North Dakota State University. They have about 15,000 students. Over 50% get federal student loans averaging about 6,500/student/year. That is $48,750,000 per year is taxpayer funded loans going to your State school.