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Rise with us

DSU is a place where innovation meets opportunity. We are a nationally recognized leader in technology-driven education, constantly pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. With hands-on learning experiences, expert faculty, and cutting-edge facilities, we prepare you for modern careers. Choose from a wide range of affordable, forward-thinking programs that allow you to shape your own path. Your future begins today.

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Dakota State Univeristy is 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.

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Technology at the forefront

We integrate the latest technology into every degree and program at DSU. Whether you're earning an associates or certificate, a bachelor's or an advanced degree, you'll learn vital skills for the digital age. Industry-standard software expertise in every field is just the beginning. Our grads are rising too. They have the critical thinking, collaboration, and project management knowledge that employers demand today.

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“It’s really nice knowing your professors and more importantly the professors knowing you by name. It creates a connection. That relationship turned into a reference that helped me land my job.”

Desalegn Zemenfes '18, Computer Science

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Add it up

Data makes the world go round. We're happy to share ours:

  • 25 bachelor's degrees in four colleges, 4 Ph.D., 8 M.S. programs, and 9 associates to choose from
  • 99.1% placement rate
  • 73% of our students receive financial assistance
  • 40+ clubs, organizations, and honor societies
  • 14 official sports teams, including esports; intramural sporting options; member of the NAIA and NSAA

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News

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DSU, Google Celebrate Grand Opening of Cybersecurity Clinic to Train South Dakotans

Dakota State University (DSU) and Google celebrated the grand opening of the DSU Cybersecurity Clinic and announced its services will extend to towns and cities, small businesses, small utilities, and more.

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DSU awards 58 major scholarships

Fifty-eight students were awarded Champion and/or Rising Scholarships at Dakota State University this spring at the Champion Scholar Registration Day.

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Secretary Noem is DSU’s spring commencement speaker

Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem has been invited to serve as the spring commencement speaker at Dakota State University on May 10.

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