Dickinson, ND

Dickinson State University

At a Glance
Admission, Tuition, Population, and more
Updated: July 13, 2024
Dickinson State University is a four-year, public school located in Dickinson, ND.
It is classified as Baccalaureate College - Diverse Fields by Carnegie Classification.
Dickinson State University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.

37% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 1,356 applied, 502 accepted, and 260 enrolled in DSU.
141 men and 119 women first-time, full-time students enrolled.

2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 tuition & fees are $9,118 for undergraduate programs and $6,576 for graduate programs.
Tuition has decreased by 18.72% compared to last year at Dickinson State University.

Financial Aid

998 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $5,315.
For freshmen, 216 students (94%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $4,875.

Student Population

A total of 1,410 students enrolled DSU in 2025.
By gender, 603 men and 807 women students are enrolled.
There are 1,339 undergraduate and 71 graduate students.

79 Major Programs

  • 56 programs through online
  • 6 graduate programs

Offered Degrees

  • Certificate Programs
  • Associate
  • Bachelor's
  • Master's
  • Post-graduate Certificate

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of DSU is 51% and the transfer-out rate is 4%.
The retention rate is 67% for full-time and 67% for part-time students.
Graduation Rate
51%
Transfer-out Rate
4%
Retention Rate
67%
Students to Faculty Ratio
16 to 1

Facutly & Staffs

A total of 148 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for DSU and the average faculty salary is $64,280. The studetns to faculty ratio is 16 to 1.
There are 288 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $57,658.
Number of Faculties
148
Average Faculty Salary
$64,280
Number of Staffs
288
Average Staff Salary
$57,658

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning (online classes)
  • Study Abroad
  • Teacher Certificate

On-Campus Services

  • Academic/career counseling
  • Employment services for students
  • Placement services
  • Libraries