School Summary

Dakota State University


General Information:

Founded in 1881, Dakota State University is seated on 86 acres located in Lake county. It is a university offering both undergraduate and graduate programs. The school has a student/faculty ratio of 19:1.
Libraries:
This institution has 2 libraries.

Computer Labs:
A wireless computer network is available throughout the campus. Number of computers available are 91. Free student email accounts are available.
Institutional Control:
State control

Address, Phone and URL:

820 N Washington Ave

Madison, SD
57042-1799
For more information call: 605 256-5111. This school has a website at https://dsu.edu/
Application information for this school is available at https://dsu.edu/apply.html


Application Fee: $20
Admission Requirements: A written essay or personal statement is Required for Freshmen.
High School transcripts are Required for Freshmen.
Application Requirements:
Recommended Tests: SAT or ACT


In-State (per year) Out of State (per year)
Tuition $7,836.00 $11,028.00
Room and Board $8,506.00 $8,506.00
Fees $1,250.00 $1,250.00
Total $17,592.00 $20,784.00

A tuition installment payment plan is available. This institution offers a cooperative/work-study program. Financial aid information may be available from the school's website at https://dsu.edu/.


Special Programs
The following special programs are offered: Some degree programs are available as an online learning option, Distance learning program, Double major option, Independent study, Learning disabilities services, Accelerated degree program, Student-designed majors, Honors program, Graduate courses offered on campus open to Undergraduates, Cooperative (work-study) program, Internships, Summer session for credit, Sponsors its own study-abroad program, Part-time undergraduate degree programs.

Academic Competitiveness
No Competition - Virtually all applicants accepted regardless of high school rank or test scores.

Incoming Freshmen SAT Scores
Scores Verbal Math
700-800 21% 51%
600-699 41% 28%
500-599 31% 15%
400-499 7% 6%
300-399 0% 0%
200-299 0% 0%



Incoming Freshmen ACT Scores
Scores Percentage of Students
30-36 16%
24-29 35%
18-23 39%
12-17 10%
6-11 0%
1-5 0%



Incoming Freshmen High School Ranking
Percentage Percentage of Students
Top 10% 14%
11-25% 18.00%
26-50% 35.00%
Under 50% 33.00%



Baseball, Basketball, Football, Track and field, Cross-country running

Basketball, Softball, Track and field, Volleyball, Cross-country running

Basketball, Rock climbing, Sand volleyball, Soccer, Volleyball

Basketball, Rock climbing, Sand volleyball, Soccer, Volleyball



No intercollegiate male scholarships found.


No intercollegiate female scholarships found.


Undergraduate

Undergraduate Only Count
Male 1,801
Female 1,265
Total 3,066


Undergraduate, Graduate & First Professional


Undergraduate, Graduate & First Professional Count
Male 2,292
Female 1,482
Total 3,774

Student Body By Racial/Ethnic Category
Student Body by Racial/Ethnic Category Percentage
Asian 3%
African American 4%
Hispanic 4%
Native American 2%
White 74%
Other 13%
Student Body By Age
Student Body by Age Percentage
Under 25 Years Old 73%
At Least 25 Years Old 27%
Student Body By Residence Status
Student Body by Residence Status Percentage
In State 66%
Out Of State 34%
Student Body By Housing Status
Student Body by Housing Status Percentage
Live On Campus 41%
Live Off Campus 59%


Homecoming (Trojan Days), Nanocon, Day of Service

Esports Club, Computer Club, Gaming Club, Cru, International Club


Instructional Program Code        Instructional Program Title

  • 11.0101                                           Computer and Information Sciences, General
  • 27.0101                                           Mathematics, General
  • 11.0401                                           Information Science/Studies
  • 51.2706                                           Medical Informatics
  • 09.0702                                           Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia
  • 40.0101                                           Physical Sciences, General
  • 29.0202                                           Strategic Intelligence
  • 11.0803                                           Computer Graphics
  • 11.0102                                           Artificial Intelligence
  • 52.0801                                           Finance, General
  • 52.0201                                           Business Administration and Management, General
  • 52.1401                                           Marketing/Marketing Management, General
  • 11.0801                                           Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design
  • 11.1003                                           Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance
  • 11.1002                                           System, Networking, and LAN/WAN Management/Manager
  • 51.0706                                           Health Information/Medical Records Administration/Administrator
  • 52.0301                                           Accounting
  • 52.0302                                           Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
  • 13.1321                                           Computer Teacher Education
  • 13.1305                                           English/Language Arts Teacher Education
  • 13.1311                                           Mathematics Teacher Education
  • 13.1314                                           Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
  • 13.1202                                           Elementary Education and Teaching
  • 13.1303                                           Business and Innovation/Entrepreneurship Teacher Education
  • 51.0707                                           Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician
  • 27.0503                                           Mathematics and Statistics
  • 31.0505                                           Exercise Science and Kinesiology
  • 24.0102                                           General Studies
  • 11.0199                                           Computer and Information Sciences, Other
  • 11.0899                                           Computer Software and Media Applications, Other
  • 23.9999                                           English Language and Literature/Letters, Other
  • 13.1099                                           Special Education and Teaching, Other
  • 26.9999                                           Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other
  • 24.0199                                           Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other

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** The information in this report is derived from Peterson's Undergraduate Database. Other data sources may also be included. To learn more about Texas Career Check or any data element please contact us.