Dakota State University

It is moderately difficult to get into Dakota State University. Dakota State University admitted 80% of all applicants in 2022. Out of 866 applications received in 2023, 690 students were offered admission.

If you are planning on applying to Dakota State University, the application fee costs $20.

Dakota State University Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of Dakota State University's admissions stats.

Dakota State University 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.4
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	10%
Mean SAT Score	1099
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	12%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	80%
Waitlist	No

Dakota State University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Dakota State University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–

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Want to Apply Early to Dakota State University?

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Dakota State University does not offer early decision or early action.

➡️ Discover a list of some competetive colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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Transferring to Dakota State University

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to Dakota State University

Dakota State University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does Dakota State University Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are they consider most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that prioritize the areas where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at Dakota State University

Curious about the factors that are considered by Dakota State University during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Class Rank	Important
Standardized Test Scores	Important
Academic GPA	Important

Make sure to check with Dakota State University for more information on admission factors.

Dakota State University Application Requirements

To apply to Dakota State University, all applicants must submit the following items. Check in with Dakota State University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Transcript(S) of College Record	–	–	–	–
Other Requirements	√	–	–	GPA of 2.6, rank in top 60% of high school class, or minimum ACT score of 18 or SAT score of 870 (combined math and critical reading)
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	2.6	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Dakota State University?

Students admitted to Dakota State University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.4.

Out of all students that were admitted, 81% submitted a class rank. At Dakota State University 10% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 27% were in the top 25% and 63% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Dakota State University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	6%
3.75 and 3.99	21%
3.50 and 3.74	21%
3.25 and 3.49	14%
3.00 and 3.24	14%
2.50 and 2.9	19%
2.00 and 2.49	4%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Dakota State University directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Dakota State University is a test optional school. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 12% of Dakota State University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 80% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Dakota State University?

To be competitive with other Dakota State University applicants, you should strive to score between 950 and 1260 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Dakota State University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1260 and 25% of scored lower than 950, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a Dakota State University student is 1099.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Dakota State University students scored 600 or higher and 75% of students scored 480 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Dakota State University students scored 640 or higher, and 75% scored a 480 or higher.

To be most competitive at Dakota State University, you should strive to earn between 19 and 27 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 27 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Dakota State University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 27, and three out of four students scored lower than 27 on the ACT.

A 19 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Dakota State University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 19.

More Information on Transferring to Dakota State University

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Dakota State University. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in Dakota State University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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Dakota State University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Dakota State University?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Dakota State University.

Does Dakota State University accept transfer credits?

✅ Dakota State University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Dakota State University accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does Dakota State University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Dakota State University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Dakota State University?

❌ No, Dakota State University is test optional, so you can choose whether or not to include your standardized test scores. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you probably want to include them. If your scores are average or below average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is Dakota State University's acceptance rate?

✅ Dakota State University's acceptance rate is 80%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Dakota State University?

❌ Dakota State University does not offer early decision.

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