Dickinson State University

Dickinson State University is a public, state school in a small town setting in Dickinson, North Dakota. Dickinson State University was founded in 1918 and now enrolls around 1,441 students a year, including 1,381 undergrads. Dickinson State University provides housing for up to 301 students. Most students live in off campus housing.

There are many ways for students to get involved at Dickinson State University! Love music or performing? Sing in a chorus or perform with one of Dickinson State University's theater groups.

Interested in journalism or communications? Dickinson State University students can .

There are no fraternities or sororities at Dickinson State University, so it might be a good choice if you're not interested in Greek life.

Planning to play sports? Dickinson State University has many options for athletes. See them all and learn more about life at Dickinson State University on the Student Life page.

Learn more about life at Dickinson State University on the Student Life page.

2021 Dickinson State University Facts At-A-Glance
Academic Calendar	Semester
Overall Acceptance Rate	99%
Average GPA	3.3
Applicants Submitting SAT scores	9%
In-State Tuition	$7,768
Out-of-State	$9,952
Percent of Need Met	59.71%
Average First-Year Financial Aid Package	$10,945.15

Is Dickinson State University a Good School?

Different people have different ideas about what makes a "good" school. Admissions difficulty and admitted student statistics can give you a sense of how selective a school is, but they don't tell you how happy or successful students are. There are a few statistics that can give you a good idea of how satisfied students are and how well a school supports its students.

Let's take a look at all of these areas to get a clearer idea of what Dickinson State University offers and if it could be a good fit for you.

2021 Acceptance Rate for Dickinson State University

It is slightly difficult to get into Dickinson State University. Around 99% of applicants get into Dickinson State University each year. Out of 506 applications received in 2021, 499 students were offered admission.

Retention and Graduation Rates at Dickinson State University

Retention is the number of students that stay enrolled at a school over time. This is a way to get a sense of how satisfied students are with their school experience, and if they have the support necessary to succeed in college.

About 63% of students who start at Dickinson State University come back for their second year of college. Around 36% of students who started at Dickinson State University earn their Bachelor's degrees within six years. Compare this to the average six-year graduation rate for colleges and universities in the U.S., which is around 61% for public schools and 67% for private.

Job Outcomes for Dickinson State University Grads

Job placement rates after graduation and average starting salaries can all give important clues about the value of a degree from a specific school.

Dickinson State University's Endowment

An endowment is the total value of a school's investments, donations, and assets. Endowment is not necessarily an indicator of the quality of a school, but it can give you a sense of how much money a college can afford to invest in expanding programs, improving facilities, and support students. The school spends $9,552 for each full-time student enrolled.

Tuition and Financial Aid at Dickinson State University

Cost is another important factor when choose a college. Some colleges may have high tuition, but do a better job at meeting students' financial need. Dickinson State University meets 59.71% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $10,945.15 a year.

Graduates in the class of 2021 had an average of $27,934 in student loans per borrower. For context, compare this number with the average national debt, which is around $36,000 per borrower.

The 2022-2023 FAFSA Opened on October 1st, 2021

Some aid is available on a first-come, first-served basis, so fill out the FAFSA early. Visit the FAFSA website to apply for student aid. Remember, the first F in FAFSA stands for FREE! You should never have to pay to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), so don't give your money (or info!) to any website that claim you do.

Learn more about Tuition and Financial Aid at Dickinson State University. Based on this information, how does Dickinson State University sound? Remember, the best school for one person may be a terrible fit for another! So ask yourself: Is Dickinson State University a good school for you?

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Where is Dickinson State University?

Dickinson State University is located in the small town setting of Dickinson, North Dakota.

If you want to see Dickinson State University for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 94 to Dickinson, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Dickinson Theodore Roosevelt Regional.

You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what Dickinson State University and Dickinson are like without leaving home.

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