Dakota State University

Dakota State University generally requires a minimum GPA of 2.6 on a 4.0 scale for undergraduate admissions. For graduate programs, a GPA of 3.0 or higher is often preferred. Some programs, like the MSCS, require a minimum GPA of 3.0. 

Admissions at Dakota State University are done for two semesters in a year which are Fall and Spring. The students wishing to apply to this university should furnish all the documents and keep a timeline for the entire admission process. The UG application deadline for Fall semester 2026 is Jun15, 2026 for international students.

With an acceptance rate of 98%, Dakota State University is considered a safe university to get into. This accptance rate suggests that this university does not follow a very selective admission process. 

This university has 2,950 undergraduate students and 558 graduates. According to an unofficial source, in the year 2024, 988 students applied to this university out of which 967 were rolled out an offer letter resulting in a Dakota State University acceptance rate of 98% making is an easy university to get into.  

Programs available across areas including Information Technology, Science, Business, and more, the Dakota State University courses are comprised of 41 courses at undergraduate level and 8 courses at graduate level. At UG level, the degrees offered are BBA, BE/BTech, and BSc degree etc. All these programs are available across 9 streams, 19 specializations, and 4 schools. 

Mentioned below are some courses offered at Dakota State University:

MBA/PGDM

B.E. / B.Tech

BBA

B.Ed

B.Sc.

B.A.

Considered an affordable option, the Dakota State University tuition fee ranges between INR 10.18 L and INR 10.86 L at UG level, on the other hand, for PG level courses, students are required to pay between INR 9.04 L and INR 10.17 L for the first year. It is to be noted that the fee mentioned does not include the living and accommodation costs. To get some relief on the tuition cost, the students can also opt for Dakota State University scholarships

With 80 majors, 97 minors and excellent faculty, SDSU provides you with all the tools you need to turn your dreams into reality. We are a place where world-class academics open big-time doors, and where you're a part of the family from your very first day. You'll be challenged here. You'll be supported here.South Dakota State University is a land-grant university founded under the provisions of the 1862 Morrill Act. This land-grant heritage and mission has led the university to place a special focus on academic programs in agriculture, engineering, nursing, and pharmacy, as well as liberal arts.

At a minimum, students selected for consideration must have a 22 or higher ACT composite or superscore (or SAT equivalent); or have a GPA of 3.5 or higher; and have extensive leadership and extracurricular involvement. To apply: For consideration, complete the Academic Scholarship Application.student is not entitled to receive more than six thousand dollars under the academic, career and technical education, and North Dakota scholarships. Eligible students meeting the scholarship requirements will receive $750 per semester or $500 per quarter.