The two cities, separated by the Red River, are serviced by both Amtrak and air to Minneapolis and Chicago. The community has much to offer as a place to live and study. Fargo was recently named by Money magazine as one of the most desirable places in the country to live, and it is quietly earning a reputation as a perfect place to make a home. With more than 160,000 people in the community and about 500,000 people in the service area, Fargo-Moorhead is the largest metropolitan center between Minneapolis and Seattle. The economy of the area is strong and diverse.
Employment is high and offers a broad range of opportunities.