Dickinson State University: Review & Facts

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Dickinson State University is a small four-year, public school with 1,475 students enrolled. This college was established in 1918 and is the only college located in Dickinson, North Dakota.

Academic Offerings

1-year certificate, associate's degree, bachelor's degree, postbaccalaureate certificate, and master's degree are available at Dickinson State University.

Majors
Offered

48

Dickinson State University implements a semester-based curriculum calendar system and offers enrollment in 48 majors. The most popular concentrations are Education, Business, Management, Nursing, and Agriculture. Read the details about Majors offered at this college and see program Ratings.

It is important to know student retention and graduation rates before you apply to a school to get your diploma or to engage in a long-term study; high retention and graduation rates are typically a good sign. However, if you wish to transfer out or take non-credit coursework, these metrics are not important.

The rate of student retention at Dickinson State University is low at 57% (way below North Dakota average). Taking this statistic into consideration, it seems that students somewhat enjoy their stay at this school.

Student Retention

57%

Bad

The graduation rate at Dickinson State University is low - 38%. About 2% of the school's undergraduate students transfer to other colleges.

Student to faculty ratio at Dickinson State University is pretty good: 13:1. Learn more regarding faculty and instruction at this college in the Faculty & Salaries report.

Tuition and Loans

Average tuition prices are close to the nationwide median, $9,600 a year. The additional fees at Dickinson State University (not included in tuition costs) are approximately $1,700; which comes to $11,300 per year.

Read the details about Dickinson State University additional charges as well as availability of loans and likelihood of repaying them upon graduation in the Tuition & Loans report for this college.

Admissions Information

Acceptance
Rate

72%

Doable

According to government data, 729 applications were submitted and 525 were accepted, so it is relatively easy to become a student at this school.

The school will consider accepting dual credits, credits for life experience, and advanced placement credits for admission.

Find out more about admissions as well applicants' SAT and ACT test scores at Dickinson State University in the Admissions and Tests report for this institution.

Opportunities and Services

Dormatory
Annual Price

$3,000

Low

Dickinson State University provides a distance learning option, study abroad programs, and evening/weekend study opportunity, which is a great option for those who work full-time.

There are options for on-campus part-time employment at Dickinson State University, which allows students to cover some of the tuition expenses. Additionally, this school helps students to evaluate their career options and find a full-time job upon graduation.

Safety
Grade

C

Unsafe

Dickinson State University offers on-campus housing. Dormitory capacity at this college accommodates around 500 students, which provides a viable on-campus housing opportunity. The room price is relatively low -- roughly $3,000 a year.

Based on the college crime data, Dickinson State University seems to be a relatively safe school. Read the details in the Campus Crime report for this college.

Dickinson State University Location and Address

Postal Address:
Dickinson State University
291 Campus Drive
Dickinson, North Dakota
58601-4896, USA