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Dakota State University

Madison, SD

Costs

  • Average Per Year After Aid
    $17,977
  • Students Receiving Financial Aid
    50%
  • Average Aid Package
    $9,548
  • Financial Aid Application Due
    March 1

Tuition

Average Net Price$17,977 per year
Your net price is a college’s cost of attendance minus the grants and scholarships you receive. The net price you pay for a particular college is specific to you because it’s based on your personal circumstances and the college’s financial aid policies. Use the college’s Net Price calculator for the most accurate estimate of your net price.
Average Net Price by Household Income

<$30k

$14,590 per year

$30-48k

$15,851 per year

$48-75k

$18,216 per year

$75-110k

$19,468 per year

$110k+

$19,779 per year

Sticker Price

In-State Tuition

$7,616 per year

Out-of-State Tuition

$10,717 per year

Other Costs

Housing

$8,260 per year

Books and Supplies

$1,000 per year

Personal Expenses

$2,731 per year

Transportation

$2,933 per year

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Financial Aid

Financial aid can include grants, loans, scholarships and work-study jobs. Financial aid packages vary depending on your financial need. Most colleges determine financial need based on your FAFSA.

Distribution Details

  • Students Receiving Financial Aid

    50%

  • Freshmen With Need and Received Financial Aid

    53%

  • Percent of Need Met

    56%

Aid Package Details

  • Average Aid Packages Awarded

    $9,548

  • Need-Based Scholarship or Grant Award

    Scholarships and grants don’t need to be paid back.

    $5,174

  • Need-Based Loan Amount

    Loans must be paid back.

    $4,093

  • Non-Need-Based Aid

    $5,242

  • Debt at Graduation

    The typical amount of loans a student must pay back.

    $28,378

Tuition Guarantee Plans

Tuition at time of first enrollment guaranteed only to students making advance payment

Financial Aid Dates

Dates are subject to change, so confirm important deadlines by visiting the college website.
Application DueMar 1

The last day to apply for financial aid or turn in related paperwork.

Priority Application DueMar 1

Applications received prior to this date will be given the strongest consideration. Still apply for financial aid if you don’t make this due date.

Notification DateNot available

When students receive a letter with the amount and types of aid the college is offering.

Response DueNot available

The deadline for students to respond to the college’s aid offer.

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