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Dickinson State University

Dickinson, ND 2-Year Grad Public
Acceptance Rate99%
Acceptance Rate99%

Dickinson State University Admissions

If you are considering submitting an application to Dickinson State University, the fee for the application costs $35.

Dickinson State University Admissions Stats at a Glance

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

Dickinson State University 2022 Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA 3.1
Admissions Test Policy Not optional and are not considered
Waitlist No

Dickinson State University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Dickinson State University.

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

Considering Applying Early to Dickinson State University?


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

➡️ Explore a list of some selective colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.


More on Dickinson State University Admissions


Transferring to Dickinson State University

Transfer student admissions is not difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to Dickinson State University

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

What's Most Important for Getting Into Dickinson State University?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining 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 choose schools that put the most emphasis on the admissions factors where you shine.

Admissions Factors at Dickinson State University

What does Dickinson State University consider 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
Academic GPA Important
Standardized Test Scores Considered

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

Dickinson State University 2022-2023 Application Requirements

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

Area Required Recommended Required for Some Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement
Other Requirements medical history, proof of measles-rubella shot
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale) 2.0
Transcript of High School Record

GPA and Testing


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

Students admitted to Dickinson State University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.1.

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

Dickinson State University does not consider ACT or SAT scores as part of the admissions process.

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

More Information on Transferring to Dickinson State University

For transfer students, it is not difficult to get admitted to Dickinson State University. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

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

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term


Dickinson State University Admissions FAQs


Can I defer my acceptance to Dickinson State University?

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

Does Dickinson State University accept transfer credits?

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

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

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

❌ Dickinson State University does not accept International Baccalaureate credits but does accept Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

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

✅ Dickinson State University is not test optional. Test scores will not be considered during the admissions process, even if you submit them.

What is Dickinson State University's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for Dickinson State University is 99%.

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

❌ Dickinson State University does not offer early decision.

Want To Learn More About Dickinson State University?

Click below to find out more about the admissions requirements and deadlines, student life, academics, majors and more.

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Dickinson State University Admissions Requirements

Admission Difficulty

Less Selective

99%

How hard is it to get into Dickinson State University? Dickinson State University is a less selective institution. The Dickinson State University acceptance rate is 99%. This means that the institution accepts 99 out of every 100 applicants.

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Dickinson State University Application Deadline

First-Year Applications are Due

Continuous processing

Transfer Applications are Due

Continuous processing

The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Dickinson State University is Continuous processing.

The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Dickinson State University is Continuous processing.

Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs

Dickinson State University SAT Scores

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Composite SAT Range

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Math SAT Range

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Reading SAT Range

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Dickinson State University GPA

Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)

3.11

GPA Needed to Get Accepted

At Dickinson State University, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 3.11. This is the average, which means that some applicants submit GPAs lower than this and some applicants submit GPAs above this level. If your GPA falls below the average, strong test scores or other qualifications may help you make you a more competitive applicant.

Data Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved

Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

1,415

Campus Setting

Small Town

Acceptance Rate

99%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$7,624

Out-of-State

$9,304

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Continuous processing
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