Dakota State University
Overview
Student Population
| Location | Madison, South Dakota |
| Online | dsu.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Madison, South Dakota, Dakota State University is a small four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 1,056 prospective students applied, and 879 were granted admission. Of those admitted 405 enrolled in the school. 1,517 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,865 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2018/2019, excluding room and board, is $7,299 plus fees of $1,977. Dakota State is ranked 973 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2020 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Admission Standards
| SAT | 960/1220 |
| ACT | 20/26 |
| GPA | 3.1 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
Annual Cost to Attend
South Dakota Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $1,977 |
| Room and Board | $6,873 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,643 |
| Total One Year Cost | $21,992 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $1,977 |
| Room and Board | $6,873 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,643 |
| Total One Year Cost | $24,965 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Computer and Information Sciences | 28% |
| Business | 25% |
| Education | 22% |
| Health Professions | 14% |
| Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies | 3% |
Other Colleges to Consider
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| N |
University of North DakotaGrand Forks, North Dakota |
| I |
University of Illinois at SpringfieldSpringfield, Illinois |
Reviews
Student and Parent Reviews
If you are a student, former student, faculty member or parent, please help guide other prospective students by sharing your personal experiences with this school. What is it really like to go to Dakota State University?
Mar 1, 2019
E******c from Madison SD
Definitely the right place to be if you have an interest in computing. Make sure to take advantage of all the clubs and events we host.
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Mar 1, 2019
P******r from Madison
It's an awesome school. Small, but that's okay. The teachers all go by their first names. It's a one of the best schools for cyber security, programming, and network administration.
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Mar 1, 2019
M******e from Madison, SD
Great cyber security program and I?ve had no problem finding a job so far with me degree.
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Mar 1, 2019
M******l from madison
Honestly i have had wonderful experience at DSU. I have learned a lot, made a lot of friends and ended up with fantastic career opportunities. I am currently finishing up my graduate degree and I can say without a doubt that DSU is directly responsible for providing the opportunities and environment that have lead to my success.
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Mar 1, 2019
T******i from Minneapolis
Great campus, almost second to none for CyberSecurity!!
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Mar 1, 2019
J******y from Johansen
Honestly, this school is pretty great all around. The job placement rate coming out of their computer degrees is 99% which doesnt look like it will decline anytime soon. Check out the campus for yourself, you wont regret coming here.
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Feb 1, 2019
A******y from Madison
Not a great place to study art or design. Out of date practices and a lack of support for the arts on campus. Sodexo (our university food service) has atrocious quality and poor food diversity. However, It is an affordable school, but you get what you pay for.
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=219082 IPEDS survey data for Dakota State University.
