How to Apply
Application Process
Here's what you need to do to apply as an international transfer student:
1. Complete the online application.- Pay your application fee of $20.
2. Submit the following pieces of documentation in the application portal (after submitting your application):
- Your official proof of English proficiency (TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo, WAEC, PTE Academic, or ACT/SAT sub-scores). DSU reserves the right to request an official score report. All Duolingo scores must be sent directly to DSU from the test provider.
- Your Certificate of Financial Responsibility for Undergraduates (PDF)/Certificate of Financial Responsibility for Graduate studies (PDF) and bank statements (Please note that federal government regulations require potential students to provide evidence that they have the ability to cover expenses for one academic year)
- A copy of your passport
3. Request official academic transcripts, certificates, and diplomas in English (including secondary and post-secondary) to be sent to DSU.
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Official transcripts can be emailed to the International Office or mailed to:
International Programs Office
Dakota State University
820 N. Washington Avenue
Madison, SD 57042 USA
4. Official SAT/ACT score reports may be required for DSU scholarship eligibility considerations. SAT/ACT scores are not required for admission.
To avoid any admission delays, please upload all of your documents in the application portal at one time.
Immunization forms for International Students do not need to be submitted until a VISA for DSU is acquired.
Transcript Evaluation
Once you have applied and been accepted, contact us before you register for classes. Our Registrar's office will prepare a transfer evaluation based on your official transcripts indicating course equivalencies met by your prior work.
You'll also get a list of remaining requirements for your degree program. Transfer coordinators are available at both campuses and for online learners.
- Madison campus students: (888) 378-9988
- Distance and Online Learning: (605) 256-5049