Dakota State University
Public, 4-year
820 N Washington Ave, Madison, SD 57042-1799
Quick Facts
1,969
Total Enrollment
98%
Acceptance Rate
49%
Graduation Rate
$46,146
Median Earnings (6yr)
$9,633
In-State Tuition
$19,725
Avg Net Price
19:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
1129
Avg SAT Score
About Dakota State University
Institution Details
| Type | Public, 4-year |
| Classification | Masters Colleges & Universities: Medium Programs |
| Size | 1,000 - 4,999 |
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission |
| Primary Degree | Bachelor's |
| Highest Degree | Graduate |
Location
| Address | 820 N Washington Ave |
| City | Madison, SD |
| ZIP Code | 57042-1799 |
| County | Lake County |
President/Chief Administrator: Dr. Jose-Marie Griffiths (President)
Programs & Degrees
Degree information not available.
Top Programs by Graduates
Admissions
Enrollment Statistics
| Total Enrollment | 1,969 |
Student Demographics
| Female | 32% |
| Male | 68% |
Race/Ethnicity
| White | 76.4% |
| Black | 4.1% |
| Hispanic | 5.2% |
| Asian | 2.5% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native | 1.8% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander | 0.5% |
| Two or More Races | 3.5% |
| Non-Resident Alien | 3.3% |
| Unknown | 2.8% |
Student Characteristics
| Age 25 and Older | 19.1% |
| Part-Time Students | 23.4% |
Test Score Ranges
| Test | 25th %ile | Median | 75th %ile |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAT Reading | 490 | 590 | 660 |
| SAT Math | 530 | 600 | 680 |
| ACT Composite | 20 | 22 | 26 |
Tuition & Financial Aid
$9,633
In-State Tuition
$12,735
Out-of-State Tuition
$24,447
Total Cost of Attendance
$19,725
Avg. Net Price
Financial Aid Statistics
| Students Receiving Pell Grants | 16% |
| Students with Federal Loans | 36% |
| Students Receiving Any Aid | 16% |
Student Debt & Repayment
| Median Debt at Graduation | $23,500 |
| Median Total Debt | $14,250 |
| 90th Percentile Debt | $34,938 |
| 3-Year Repayment Rate | 67% |
Net Price by Family Income
What families actually pay after grants and scholarships:
| $0 - $30,000 | $15,948 |
| $30,001 - $48,000 | $16,778 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $20,432 |
| $75,001 - $110,000 | $21,975 |
| $110,001+ | $21,121 |
Earnings After Graduation
Median earnings for students who received federal financial aid:
$46,146
6 Years After
$46,966
8 Years After
$50,970
10 Years After
Earnings Range (6 years after enrollment):
25th percentile: $31,661 | 75th percentile: $64,204
Earnings by Family Income Background
$42,922
Low Income
$49,784
Middle Income
$45,304
High Income
Student Outcomes
75%
Full-Time Retention
50%
Part-Time Retention
49%
Graduation Rate
Institutional Resources
19:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
$9,722
Avg. Faculty Salary
(monthly)
$8,858
Instructional Expenditure
(per student)
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