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Dickinson State University

  • 5/10 Overall Rating
  • 4 Year
  • Dickinson, ND
  • 0 reviews
#5 Best Public Universities in North Dakota
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Overview

Total enrollment

1,410
Dickinson State University overview
Dickinson State University overview
  • Size Small
  • Status Non-profit
  • Housing Yes
  • Level of Study Undergrad

Dickinson State University is located in the southwestern North Dakota city of Dickinson, situated in the Badlands region approximately 100 miles west of Bismarck. The public institution occupies a residential campus spanning 128 acres and serves as a primary higher education center for western North Dakota. The university maintains a comprehensive academic program with particular strength in business, education, and natural sciences, while also offering specialized programs in agriculture and energy resource management that reflect the region's economic priorities. Operating as part of the North Dakota University System, DSU provides on-campus housing in six residence halls and competes in NAIA athletics as the Blue Hawks. The campus features a mix of historic and modern facilities, including the May Hall, which was constructed in 1924 and serves as the university's main administrative building.

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Ratings

DSU is rated within the lower 41% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10.

  • Overall Rating
    5 out of 10
  • Academics
    4 out of 10
  • Resources
    3 out of 10
  • Outcomes
    6 out of 10
  • Value
    3 out of 10
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Rankings

Rankings for Dickinson State University within the 2027 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.

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Admissions

Admission Standards

Extremely Easy
Dickinson State University admission standards
  • GPA 3.11

Acceptance Rate

37%
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  • Applications Due -
  • Enrollment Rate 51.8%
  • Application Fee $35

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Annual Cost to Attend

Tuition

$9,118
Costs for Dickinson State University
Fee Cost
Tuition $9,118
Books and Supplies $1,200
Other Fees $1,648
Room and Board $8,564
Budget for Other Expenses $3,770
Total One Year Cost $24,300
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Student Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$46,800 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

26% within 6 years
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Popular Areas of Study

Popular majors at Dickinson State University are Business, Education, and Communication. 42% of students major in Business, 10% in Education, and 9% in Communication.

  • Business 42%
  • Education 10%
  • Communication 9%
  • Health Professions 9%
  • General Studies 7%
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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=200059.

GPA calculator: Dickinson State University GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026