Dakota State University

Madison, SD · Public · Town campus · 2,071 students

Dakota State University is a public town college in Madison, SD, with about 2,071 students. Below are the key public figures — admissions, cost, and outcomes — from federal data. To see how well Dakota State University fits you specifically, take the CampusMatch survey for a personalized fit score across six categories.

The numbers

88%

Admit rate

$25,753/yr

Cost of attendance

$50,970

Median earnings

51%

Graduation rate

76%

Retention

18:1

Student:faculty

98%

Employed in 1yr

Net cost by family income

Average yearly price after typical grant aid, by household income — federal (College Scorecard) data.

Under $30k$17,317/yr

$30–48k$18,792/yr

$48–75k$19,165/yr

$75–110k$22,601/yr

Is Dakota State University the right fit for you?

The numbers above are the same for everyone. Your fit isn't. Take the 5-minute survey and CampusMatch scores Dakota State University against what matters to you — cost, academics, campus, outcomes — with every number sourced.

Get my fit score

Free · ~5 minutes · no account needed

Figures from U.S. federal data (College Scorecard, IPEDS). Not affiliated with or endorsed by Dakota State University.