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Dakota Wesleyan University
Mitchell,
SD
•4-Year Private•
Acceptance Rate73%
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About Dakota Wesleyan University
Dakota Wesleyan University is a private, religious university in the town of Mitchell, South Dakota. Dakota Wesleyan University was founded in 1885. The university enrolls around 836 students a year, including 759 undergrad students.
2017 Acceptance Rate for Dakota Wesleyan University
It is moderately difficult to get into Dakota Wesleyan University. Around 73% of applicants get into Dakota Wesleyan University each year. In 2017, 659 students applied to Dakota Wesleyan University and 483 were admitted.
| Dakota Wesleyan University Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 73% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | ED not offered |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA not offered |
| Average GPA | 3.4 |
| Test Optional | May require tests |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 12% |
Click below to find out more about the admissions requirements and deadlines, student life, academics, majors and more.
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Dakota Wesleyan University is located in Mitchell, South Dakota,.
If you want to see Dakota Wesleyan University for yourself, be sure to plan a visit! The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 90 to Mitchell, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Joe Foss Field.
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College Info
Dakota Wesleyan University Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Aug 27
Transfer Applications are Due
Aug 27
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Dakota Wesleyan University is Aug 27.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Dakota Wesleyan University is Aug 27.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
Dakota Wesleyan University SAT Scores
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Dakota Wesleyan University Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$39,430
In State$39,430
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$29,700
$29,700
Fees
$1,180
$1,180
Housing
$7,350
$7,350
Books
$1,200
$1,200
Student Life
Wondering what life at Dakota Wesleyan University is like? There are approximately 836 students enrolled at Dakota Wesleyan University, including 759 undergraduate students and 77 graduate students. 91% percent of students attend school full-time, 74% percent are from SD and 26% percent of students are from other states.
91%
Full Time9%
Part Time74%
In State26%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
836
Campus Setting
Small Town
Acceptance Rate
73%
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Aug 27
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