Dakota State University

Dakota State University provides a variety of degree programs for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Madison, SD and publically funded. Approximately three thousand students enroll at Dakota State yearly.

Students may pick from a few areas of study, including but not limited to:

• Computer And Information Sciences
• Education
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Recreation And Fitness Studies

Students applying for admission are required to submit an application, transcripts, standardized test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by the admissions committee. Students may take either the ACT or SAT scores to be considered for admissions to this school. A score in a range of 850 - 1070 on the SAT, or 18 - 25 for the ACT is common among admitted students. Dakota State admits about 90% of students applying annually. Of those admitted, nearly 49% of students registered for enrollment. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

Tuition & fees at Dakota State University are different for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state tuition costs close to $7,600 per year, while out-of-state tuition costing $9,500 per year. Housing may be available for those that want to live on-campus for a cost of $3,000 for the year. Some students at Dakota State University may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally provided in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The Dakota State University Trojans participate in a number of athletic programs, overseen by the NAIA. Athletic programs that are available may include:

• Baseball (NAIA Division II)
• Basketball (NAIA Division II)
• Track & Field (NAIA Division II)

Contact information, academics information, areas of study, and much more may be accessed on school's website at http://www.dsu.edu.

Estimated Costs & Financial Aid

The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $14,000. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. There is also a $20 application fee for students applying to the school. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.

Tuition & Fees Information

• Annual tuition range estimates:
  • State Residents: $4,200-$5,000
  • Out-of-State: $6,300-$7,510
• Charges per unit:
  • In-State: $270-$320 per unit
  • Out-of-State: $350-$420 per unit

Financial Aid Details

The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.

	Percent of Students	Average Amount
Any Financial Aid	95%	-
Receiving Grants & Scholarships	79%	$3,911
Receiving Student Loans	78%	$7,485

Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and recent graduates, Dakota State University may provide student services like those listed below:

• Online classes
• Remedial instructional courses
• Counseling assistance
• Employing students to lower education costs
• Helping students find work after graduation

Graduation Rates

Dakota State has an overall graduation rate which is approximately 47%.

Number of Year to Graduate	Percent of Entering Class
Students Graduating in 4 Years	18%
Graduating in 5 Years	21%
Graduating in 6 Years	5%

Specialized Programs & Accreditations

• Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
  • * Accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (since 1954)