Dickinson State University Transfer and Admissions Information

Public

4 year
1,837

Full + Part time Students
1:12

Faculty to Student Ratio
9%

Transfer Student Ratio
$10.7K

Avg. Financial Aid

Welcome to Dickinson State, a progressive university striving to be a premier university in the Upper Great Plains. With its emphasis on educating a diverse and international population through innovative teaching, learning and scholarship, DSU fosters responsible citizens who make a positive impact on the world. Dickinson State is located on the edge of the North Dakota Badlands, which provides a picturesque backdrop to the Theodore Roosevelt National Park and historical Medora, North Dakota. Dickinson is a growing community of approximately 17,000 people. This growing community provides a safe environment with activities for the entire family.

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Overview

Total Faculty	93
Full-Time Undergraduate	1,218
Part-Time Undergraduate	619
Application Acceptance Rate	67%
Transfer Students	164
Programs	54 Programs
Courses	1,011 Courses
Transfer Agreements	8 incoming Transfer Agreements 8 outgoing Transfer Agreements
Equivalencies	1,096 outgoing Equivalencies

Financial Information

In-State Tuition	$5,718
Out-of-State Tuition	$7,980
Books and Supplies	$1,100
Federal Loans: Undergrads receiving aid	41%
Federal Loans: Average amount received	$6,176
Scholarships & Grants: Undergrads receiving aid	60%
Scholarships & Grants: Average amount received	$4,506

Scholarships and Financial Aid:

The Office of Financial Aid provides students (and their families) knowledge and access to financial aid programs and provides specialized services with an emphasis on quality, accuracy, and efficiency.
Tuition and Fees:

For information on tuition and fees, visit the Student Services page on the website.

Transfer Application Requirements

Minimum GPA:

The minimum GPA requirement for transfer admission consideration is 2.0 (on a 4.0 scale)
Official Transcripts:

Official transcripts from all previously attended colleges are required. If you have completed fewer than 24 semester credits (35 quarter hours) of college work submit official high school transcript, complete with graduation date.
SAT Scores:

If you have completed fewer than 24 semester credits (35 quarter hours) of college work submit official ACT/SAT scores.
Essay:

DSU does not require an essay or personal statement.
Application Fee:

There is a $35 non-refundable application fee.
Interview:

DSU does not require an interview.
Apply Here:

http://www.dickinsonstate.edu/future_students/howtoapply.aspx

Transfer Credit Policy

Minimum Grade:

The lowest grade earned for any course that may be transferred for credit is D.
Credits (Min/Max):

You must complete 16 credits in residence at DSU to earn an associate degree, 32 credits to earn a bachelor's degree.