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Welcome to Graduate Admissions at DSU

At Dakota State University, our graduate programs are designed to help you advance your career and achieve your goals. DSU offers a nationally recognized education focused on quality, research, flexibility, and affordability, supported by expert faculty and cutting-edge research.

With strong global partnerships and programs built for working professionals, DSU provides flexible scheduling, online options, and affordable tuition—preparing you for success in today’s technology and cyber-driven workforce.

Find your program

Dakota State University offers 29 graduate programs—from certificates to master’s and Ph.D. degrees—designed to help you continue your education and advance your career. DSU is committed to meeting students where they are in life by delivering a high-quality education at an affordable cost, with all programs available on campus or online.

Explore graduate studies

Most affordable online cybersecurity PhD programs (Cybersecurity Guide, 2026)

99.6%

Placement rate of our graduate students

#24

Most affordable online cybersecurity master’s programs (Cybersecurity Guide, 2026)

$109,596

Average salary of Trojan graduate students

Experience worth sharing

“The PhD program ... at Dakota State University has been extraordinary in helping me ... achieve my personal and professional goals. The faculty at DSU inspired me to develop a great understanding of and passion for academic research. I have also benefited from a rich and diverse student peer group, from which I have fostered research partnerships and lifelong friendships.”
- Brad Fowler – Ph.D.IS ’24

Start your Graduate Application

General Application Requirements

Each program has specific requirements and deadlines you'll need to check by referring to your specific program's page, but the following applies to all students:

$36 application fee.
Purpose statement:
- In 200 to 300 words, share your purpose for choosing this graduate degree
- This is also an opportunity to expand on how you meet the program admission requirements.

Get a full guide to applying for a Graduate Degree at Dakota State University

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Step into your future: Apply for your graduate program

Starting your application will take you away from this page and to our DSU appilcation portal where you'll be walked through completing your application.

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