When you’re a part of the College of Arts & Sciences at Dakota State University, you’re a part of something extraordinary. Our degrees include everything from biology education to digital arts and design, English to analytical science. You’ll have opportunities to unleash your inner scientist, collaborate with others in research and group projects, or immerse yourself in creativity.
Degrees and programs
Immerse yourself and explore the possibilities. No matter your interests, the College of Arts & Sciences provides you with the foundation for success. Your passions are our specialties.
Majors & Degrees
Bachelor
- Biology, BS
- — Specializations
- —— Biology Education
- —— Integrated Biology
- Computer Game Design, BS
- Cyber Leadership and Intelligence, BS
- — Specializations
- —— Digital Forensics
- —— World Affairs and Human Behavior
- Digital Content Creation, BS
- —— Computer Graphics, BS
- —— Digital Sound Design, BS
- —— Production Animation, BS
- English, BS
- — Specializations
- —— English Education
- General Studies, BGS
- Individualized Studies, BS
- Mathematics, BS
- — Specializations
- —— Cryptography
- —— Intermediate Math Education
- —— Mathematics Information Systems
- —— Secondary Math Education
Associate
Minors & Certificates
Minors
- Art Minor
- Audio Production Minor
- Bioinformatics Minor
- Biology Minor
- Chemistry Minor
- Communication Studies Minor
- Computer Graphics Minor
- Cyber Leadership and Intelligence Minor
- Digital Photography Minor
- Digital Content Creation Minor
- English Minor
- History Minor
- Applied Mathematics Minor
- Elementary Mathematics Education Minor
- Multimedia Web Design Minor
- Physics Minor
- Production Animation 2D Minor
- Production Animation 3D Minor
- Sociology Minor
- Spanish Minor
- Video Production Minor
Graduate Certificates
Certificates
- American Civic Traditions Certificate
- Digital Photography Certificate
- Mathematical Foundations of Cryptography Certificate
- Multimedia Certificate
- Multimedia Design and Production Certificate
- Website Design and Development Certificate
Gateway certificates
Extraordinary students, extraordinary possibilities
DSU's College of Arts & Sciences gives you the chance to excel in any career. Dive into a world full of endless possibilities and discoveries. Tap into your creativity, embark on ground-breaking research, collaborate with others in your field, and benefit from real-life experiences.
Connect to tech
At Dakota State, technology is front and center in our arts and sciences programs. By the time you graduate, you’ll be fluent in technology that is specific to your field. Throughout our programs, you’ll have access to:
- Interactive, multi-media, and audio software
- Animation software
- Video production
- Publishing platforms
- Content management systems
- Math modeling software
- GeoGebra
- Instrumentation for data acquisition
- Environmental monitoring
- Science labs
Think outside the box
As a member of the General Beadle Honors program, you'll find out just what it means to "think outside the box." This program helps you excel through your academics, inspires you to take on creative projects, and challenges your way of thinking.
Professional experience? Find it here
Professional experience is important, in every stage of life. That's why we have Handshake. A portal that connects DSU students and alumni with jobs and internships.
Find your crew
Collaborate with others. Learn new languages. Develop business strategies. Play ultimate frisbee. Be the voice of the Trojan community. Our clubs and organizations give you an outlet to meet new people, express yourself, and share your interests with others. There's something for everyone!
Art Gallery
The mission of the First Bank and Trust Dakota State University Art Gallery is to encourage appreciation and understanding of art and its role in society through direct engagement with original works of art. The gallery stimulates active learning about art and the creative process through research, teaching, and dialogue among communities of DSU students, faculty, artists, scholars, alumni, and the wider public. The gallery organizes exhibitions and educational programs to offer enjoyment and encourage inquiry.
Graduate with confidence
Get ready for a vast array of professional development opportunities ranging from internships, professional practices, and research. You’ll graduate fully prepared and experienced.
Faculty
Annual Newsletter
The College of Arts & Sciences provides you with the foundation for success in any field. We are excited to share the news of our past year and look forward to another year of excellence at DSU.
News
Kickback with Ketia Hanson, DSU alumna and Foot Locker photographer
DSU alumna Ketia Hanson, a '22 digital arts & design graduate, has been working as a photographer for Foot Locker since March of 2023.
DSU students attend annual SD Biotech meeting
Several Dakota State University students joined Dr. Andrew Sathoff in attending the SD Biotech Summit annual meeting recently in Sioux Falls.
Dececchi to lead 2 biology outreach events
Dakota State University Assistant Professor Alex Dececchi will lead two science outreach sessions next week, one at Madison Public Library and one at Severance Brewing.
College of Arts & Sciences
Madison SD 57042