Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Mitchell, South Dakota |
| Online | dwu.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Remote Town |
| Religious Affiliation | United Methodist |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Mitchell, South Dakota, Dakota Wesleyan University is a small four year private college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. The school has a religious affiliation with the United Methodist faith. In the most recent statistical year 1,047 prospective students applied, and 793 were granted admission. Of those admitted 169 enrolled in the school. 684 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 242 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $29,700 plus fees of $1,180.
Ratings
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Value
Dakota Wesleyan University is rated within the lower 39% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 4 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 860/1100 |
| ACT | 19/25 |
| GPA | 3.36 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Aug 27, 2024 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $1,180 |
| Room and Board | $7,350 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,850 |
| Total One Year Cost | $41,280 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Health Professions | 37% |
| Business | 13% |
| Education | 9% |
| Biology | 7% |
| Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies | 6% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=219091 IPEDS survey data for Dakota Wesleyan University.
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