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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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Dakota State University Online

We’re reinventing college so you can redefine your future. And that future looks pretty bright with a DSU degree, proven by our 99% placement rate for graduates. Our flexible programs give you the tools to learn at your own pace. So wherever life takes you, DSU is ready for the ride.

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DSU Online degrees make a difference

Ranked as the top online school in the state of South Dakota, DSU provides a nationally-renowned education, regardless of your location. As an online student you’ll learn in interactive classes led by the same professors that teach on campus.

Top Online School

2,367

Number of online students

44

Degrees in four colleges

99.2%

Placement rate, 2023 cohort

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Cost and financial aid

Invest in your future without breaking the bank. DSU bills by the credit hour, which means you only pay for the classes you take and nothing more. Have questions? Connect with a counselor, today.

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Transfer Credit

Whether you’ve completed a full degree or taken a few courses elsewhere, you can easily transfer credits earned from other institutions. Explore how your courses may transfer toward completion of a program major or elective requirements.

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DSU also helps you transfer non-traditional or prior learning credits earned like military experience, AP courses, CLEP exams, or industry certifications.

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Join the Trojan community, virtually

DSU online students are members of the Trojan family. Once admitted, you’ll gain access to passionate academic advisors, online student support services, and top-notch faculty who want to see your dreams of completing your degree come true.

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Whether you’re ready to apply or want to learn more, we’re ready to make your next chapter a reality.

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Student verification statement

Federal law requires that universities verify the identity of students when course materials and/or course assessment activities are conducted either partially or entirely online. A student’s Desire2Learn (D2L) login and password are intended to provide the student with secure access to course materials and are also intended to help the university meet this federal mandate. Some DSU faculty also require the use of a face-to-face proctor for exams in distance-delivered (Internet) courses and this requirement provides a second level of student identity verification. Students will be responsible for any proctoring fees, if applicable. Finally, an instructor who uses web conferencing technology may require students to use a webcam during exams, as another means of student identity verification through voice and visual recognition.

Please contact the Office of Online Education for any questions regarding licensure certification outside of South Dakota at (605) 256-5049. Due to Colorado's Workers' Compensation Act, DSU students are unable to participate in unpaid internships, clinicals, field experiences, etc. in the state of Colorado.

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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DSU Virtual Teach Camp reaches new heights in 10th year

Almost 500 educators attended Dakota State University’s College of Education & Human Performance’s annual virtual Teach Camp on June 6.

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