How to Apply

Application Process

Here's what you need to do to apply as an international transfer student:

• Mail to DSU the following pieces of documentation:
  • All official academic transcripts, certificates, diplomas, in English (including secondary and post-secondary)
  • All ECE reports for any post-secondary coursework completed outside the US
  • Your official proof of English proficiency (TOEFL, IELTS, PTE Academic, or ACT/SAT sub-scores)
  • 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)
• Pay your application fee of $20 (payable by credit card or bank check made to Dakota State University)

All documents should be mailed to:

International Programs Office
Dakota State University
820 N. Washington Avenue
Madison, SD 57042 USA

To avoid any admission delays, please send all of your documents at once. Finally, please note that, on admission, proof of two MMR immunizations must be received before your I-20 will be mailed.

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