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Dakota State University
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  • 4 Year
  • MADISON, SD

Dakota State University

    Report Card

    grade B
    Overall Niche Grade
    1. Academics
      grade B
    2. Value
      grade B
    3. Diversity
      grade B
    4. Campus
      grade C+
    5. Athletics
      grade C+
    6. Party Scene
      grade C+
    7. Professors
      grade B
    8. Location
      grade C+
    9. Dorms
      grade B
    10. Campus Food
      grade C+
    11. Student Life
      grade C+
    12. Safety
      grade A

    About

    820 N WASHINGTON AVE
    MADISON, SD 57042
    Athletic Division
    NAIA
    Athletic Conference
    North Star Athletic Association

    From Dakota State University

    There’s nothing ordinary about Dakota State University. And that’s just the way we like it. Many wouldn’t expect DSU, a small college of the plains of South Dakota, to be a rising national leader in education and cyber. That’s fine. Us Trojans take pride in how different we are. As a united front, our Trojans remain on an upward trajectory into the future. We’re growing at a fast pace, expanding our campus, and immersing ourselves in the most advanced and innovative technologies. We want you to rise with us. Thirty-five programs infused with technology, and a university placement rate of 99%. It’s no wonder students love DSU!

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    Admissions

    Application Deadline
    Rolling Admissions
    Acceptance Rate
    83%
    SAT Range
    1010-1190
    ACT Range
    19-26
    Application Fee
    $20
    SAT/ACT
    Considered but not required
    High School GPA
    Required
    Accepts Common App
    No

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    Cost

    Net Price
    $17,861 / year
    National
    $15,523
    Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
    Average Total Aid Awarded
    $4,501 / year
    National
    $7,535
    Students Receiving Financial Aid
    94%

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    Academics

    Professors
    grade B
    Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
    Student Faculty Ratio
    17:1
    Evening Degree Programs
    No
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    Majors

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    academic spotlight

    The Beacom College of Computer & Cyber Sciences offers training in the latest tech alongside a foundation of critical thinking, problem-solving, & team-building skills that, unlike the latest device or app, will never be obsolete. That’s just one reason why DSU has Center of Academic Excellence designations from the National Security Agency (NSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).

    Online

    Programs Offered Entirely Online
    23
    Offers Online Courses
    Yes
    Online Certificate Programs
    4
    Online Associates Programs
    6
    Online Bachelor's Programs
    13
    How Students Learn
    • Mix of Online and on Campus
      24%
    • On Campus
      27%
    • Online
      49%

    Students

    Full-Time Enrollment
    1,495 Undergrads
    Part-Time Undergrads
    1,245
    Undergrads Over 25
    22%
    Pell Grant
    30%
    Varsity Athletes
    34%
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    After College

    Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
    $38,700 / year
    National
    $33,028
    Graduation Rate
    49%
    National
    49%
    Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    95%
    National
    83%

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