Dakota State University students walking around campus

Preparation + opportunity = success

That's the DSU equation. We're a four-year university with nationally recognized programs, cutting-edge facilities, and the brightest thinkers. But we're also a tight-knit, inclusive community. Small class sizes mean hands-on training and individualized attention. All this with an affordable, public school price that's among the best values in the region.

Majors & Degrees

Biology Minor 5-12 Endorsement Program

Have a knack for botany? Zoology? Ecology? Our minor in Biology with a 5-12 grade endorsement will give you an opportunity to share your interests with students of all grade levels. Learn a wide variety of fundamentals in biology and microbiology. Discover a phylogenetic approach to animal diversity. Explore elements of plant diversity and the functions of plant systems. Consider basic principles of ecology and hereditary material. Create new ways to engage your classroom on an intricate level. Lead your students on a journey to become forward thinking scientists.

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