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Dakota State University

Madison, SD·Public·~88% acceptance

Located in Madison, SD, Dakota State University is a public university. It has fairly open admissions, accepting about 88% of applicants. The average net price after aid is about $21,057 per year. About 50% of students graduate, and alumni earn a median of about $50,970 ten years after enrolling.

Average cost
$21,057/yr avg net price after aid
Full cost $25,753
Aid cuts ~$4,696/yr on average

Average across all aided students (U.S. College Scorecard). Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take the free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.

Deadlines
ED
EA
RD
Rolling

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Admissions
GPA range3.41–3.91
SAT (middle 50%)1190–1440
ACT (middle 50%)20–27
Test policyTest optional
Programs
Computer Science
Data Science / Statistics
Information Systems / IT
Mathematics
Physics
Chemistry
Biology
Environmental Science
Outcomes
50%
graduation rate
75%
freshman retention
$46,146
median earnings, 6yr
$50,970
median earnings, 10yr
Frequently asked questions
What is Dakota State University's acceptance rate?
Dakota State University admits about 88% of applicants.
How much does Dakota State University cost?
At Dakota State University, the average net price after aid is about $21,057 per year, and the full cost of attendance is about $25,753 per year before aid. Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take Blueprint's free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Dakota State University?
The middle 50% of admitted students score 1190–1440 on the SAT and 20–27 on the ACT.
What are Dakota State University's application deadlines?
Dakota State University's deadline is Regular Decision around Rolling. Always confirm exact dates on the school's official site.

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