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D.Sc. IS applications for Fall 2008 are closed. We are currently accepting applications for 2009.
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Application deadlines and details
All application packages must arrive at DSU no later than June 15th for the following fall semester, November 15th for the following spring semester, and April 15th for the summer semester.
Applicants who are requesting an assistantship must submit both their application to the program and their application for assistantship. These materials must arrive at DSU no later than June 15th for the following fall semester, November 15th for the following spring semester, and April 15th for the summer semester.
Applications will be reviewed on a regularly scheduled basis as they arrive. Due to the restrictions on the size of some classes, particularly distance classes, and potential space limitations, applications should be sent as early as possible.
D.Sc. IS applications for Fall 2008 are closed, we are currently accepting applications for Fall 2009.
Doctor of Science in Information Systems (D.Sc. IS)
- The D.Sc. IS program admits students in the fall only.
Master of Science in Educational Technology (MSET)
- Applications must be received by June 15th for fall semester; November 15th for spring semester; April 15th for summer semester
Master of Science in Information Assurance (MSIA)
- Applications must be received by June 15th for fall semester
- The MSIA program admits students in the fall only.
Master of Science in Information Systems (MSIS)
- Applications must be received by June 15th for fall semester; November 15th for spring semester
- The MSIS program admits students in the fall and spring semesters only.
General Admission Requirements
The Dakota State University Graduate programs seek highly motivated individuals with education and professional credentials that will enable them to be successful graduate students. Admission to the graduate programs is based upon a combination of the following requirements:
- Baccalaureate degree from an institution of higher education with full regional accreditation for that degree.
- Satisfactory scores on the GRE. The test must have been taken within the last five years. The test can be waived if one of the
following conditions is met:
- A grade point average of 3.25 or higher on a 4.0 scale for a baccalaureate degree from a regionally
accredited college or university in the U.S.
- Official admission into and demonstrated success in a regionally accredited graduate program in the U.S.
Demonstrated success is defined as grades of A or B in at least 12 hours of graduate work.
- OR Graduation from a regionally accredited college/university in the U.S. at least 15 years ago or more.
- A grade point average of 3.25 or higher on a 4.0 scale for a baccalaureate degree from a regionally
accredited college or university in the U.S.
- Other factors (such as student maturity, references, or special expertise) also may be used to determine admission to the program. Also see program specific admission requirements for additional requirements.
Program specific admission requirements
Doctor of Science in Information Systems (D.Sc. IS)
- Minimum undergraduate grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent on an alternative grading system).
- Students who enter the program with graduate course work in disciplines related to information systems may have to complete some master-level information systems requirements. Students who enter the program without a master’s degree in information systems and without an undergraduate background in information systems will be required to complete a series of foundation courses.
- Essential knowledge in both business fundamentals and information systems. This knowledge includes the following:
- that they can analyze organizational systems and take appropriate action with particular business structures, particularly overcoming resistance to change;
- organizations, and the role of IT professionals in developing, acquiring and managing IS;
- systems including, setting a direction for information resources, managing technology resources, and managing the information systems function; (Windows and UNIX);
- ability to use spreadsheets for computations and analysis;
- ability to create spreadsheets that support problem-specific decision-making activities; and
- understanding of the principles of programming and the ability to program.
- The knowledge requirement can be met in a variety of ways, including: an undergraduate degree in MIS; specific undergraduate or graduate course work that covers required knowledge; appropriate, verifiable IS/IT or management experience. Students using experience to meet the knowledge requirements may be required to demonstrate competency in the subject.
- Students who have not had appropriate coursework or acceptable experience to meet the knowledge requirements will be admitted to the program if they meet the other minimum requirements. However, these students will be required to meet the knowledge requirement by satisfactory completion of specified knowledge support courses as part of their program of study.
Master of Science in Educational Technology (MSET)
- Minimum undergraduate grade point average of 2.70 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent on an alternative grading system).
- Demonstrated basic knowledge of computers and their applications for educational purposes.
Basic knowledge can be demonstrated in one of the following ways:
- Technology endorsement from an accredited university; or
- In-service position as full or part-time technology coordinator in a public school.
Master of Science in Information Assurance (MSIA)
- Minimum undergraduate grade point average of 2.70 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent on an alternative grading system).
- Essay in response to a security problem scenario. The scenario is included on the additional information required of MSIA applicants form.
Master of Science in Information Systems (MSIS)
- Minimum undergraduate grade point average of 2.70 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent on an alternative grading system).
- Essential knowledge in both business fundamentals and information systems. This knowledge includes the following:
- that they can analyze organizational systems and take appropriate action with particular business structures, particularly overcoming resistance to change;
- organizations, and the role of IT professionals in developing, acquiring and managing IS;
- systems including, setting a direction for information resources, managing technology resources, and managing the information systems function; (Windows and UNIX);
- ability to use spreadsheets for computations and analysis;
- ability to create spreadsheets that support problem-specific decision-making activities; and
- understanding of the principles of programming and the ability to program.
- The knowledge requirement can be met in a variety of ways, including: an undergraduate degree in MIS; specific undergraduate or graduate course work that covers required knowledge; appropriate, verifiable IS/IT or management experience. Students using experience to meet the knowledge requirements may be required to demonstrate competency in the subject.
- Students who have not had appropriate coursework or acceptable experience to meet the knowledge requirements will be admitted to the program if they meet the other minimum requirements. However, these students will be required to meet the knowledge requirement by satisfactory completion of specified knowledge support courses as part of their program of study.
Graduate Record Examination (GRE)
More about GRE
Graduate admission test scores, used in combination with undergraduate grades, assist in predicting academic success. Information about the GRE including: sample test questions, test sites, and hints for taking the tests , is available at the respective GRE website. The tests are now available in a computerized format.
In South Dakota the tests are given at:
- Prometric Testing Center
4904 South Technopolis Dr.
Sioux Falls, SD 57106
To register by phone:
- Call the test site directly at (605) 362-4875 or
- Call 1-800-GRE-CALL
DSU GRE code number: 6247
Students not in South Dakota should check the GRE website for a list of test sites.
