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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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Family & Friends

Commencement week is an exciting time for our Trojans, their friends, and family members. We look forward to welcoming you to DSU and can't wait to help you celebrate this important milestone.

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DSU graduate smiling during commencement
We congratulate all of our graduates on a job well done and wish you success in your future endeavors!

If you can't make it to the ceremony, don't worry! We offer a live stream video for friends and family who want to watch their loved ones cross the stage - from anywhere in the world. Every Dakota State University Commencement ceremony will be broadcast live. The live stream for each of the ceremonies will begin 15 minutes prior to the start. Livestream links will be published one week prior to commencement.

Hooding Ceremony
Commencement Ceremony

Important Information

Road construction

Please be aware of the current road construction on Interstate 90 near Sioux Falls, as well as Highway 34 in the town of Colman (with reported wait times between 15 and 20 minutes), and Highway 81 North of Madison (with reported wait times between 10 and 15 minutes). Plan for additional travel time or consider alternate routes.

Photography

A professional photographer will take photos of each graduate and can be purchased directly from the photographer. Guests may take their own photographs during the ceremony but must remain outside of the candidate seating area, in order to ensure an enjoyable ceremony for all candidates. Guests will have time after the ceremony to take personal photographs on the stage, near commencement flags, and other spots within and around the DSU Fieldhouse.

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Parking

Parking is available along Washington Avenue, in the lot north of the Dakota Prairie Playhouse, and in the gravel lot directly west of the Fieldhouse.

Driving Directions

It’s easy to get to DSU. Find our address below and plug it into your navigation system, or use the provided directions.

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Airport

The nearest airport is the Sioux Falls Regional Airport (FSD), located 50 miles from DSU.

Accommodations

MADISON, SD SIOUX FALLS, SD
AmericInn Lodge & Suites
504 SE 10th St
Madison, SD
Ph: 605-256-3076		 Sheraton Sioux Falls & Convention Center
(50 miles, near the airport)
1211 West Avenue North
Sioux Falls, SD
Ph: 605-331-0100
Super 8
219 N Highland
Madison, SD
Ph: 605-256-6931		 Quality Inn & Suites
(46 miles, located off I-29)
5410 N Granite Lane
Sioux Falls, SD
Ph: 605-338-1900
Best Western Plus
456 SE 12th Street
Madison, SD
605-427-2110