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OFFICIAL SCORECARD
Dakota State University
Madison, SD · Public
Acceptance rate
88.0%
Average SAT
1215
Tuition, out-of-state (yr)
$12,756
Tuition, in-state (yr)
$9,654
Undergraduates
2,071
Median earnings, 10 yrs
$50,970
Type
Public
State
South Dakota (SD)
International students
6.4%
STEM degrees
62%
🎓 62% of degrees here are in STEM fields — international students graduating in a STEM major qualify for up to 3 years of OPT work authorization in the US (vs. 1 year for other majors), which matters if you plan to work after graduation.
Figures come from the US Department of Education College Scorecard. For current admission policies and costs, always check the school's official website.