How to Apply
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Apply to DSU
- The first step is to review the Requirements and Timelines page with the specific application requirements for your desired program.
- Start your online application.
- Submit your application with a $35 application fee.
- Request your official transcripts be sent to Dakota State University by email or mail:
Dakota State University Graduate Studies Admissions
820 N Washington Avenue
Madison, SD 57042-1799
Parchment or e-transcript: DSU-GraduateAdmissions@dsu.edu
GRE/GMAT scores are not required for admission.
You can apply for most M.S. graduate programs for the spring, summer, and fall semesters except our M.S. in Information Systems, which only offers spring and fall semester starts.Most Ph.D. programs accepts students for fall entry only.
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Explore more information about international student admissions and other opportunities.
International students
If you are an international student, begin by filling out an application to the program you wish to enter. You will also submit a Certificate of Financial Responsibility in order to receive an I-20 form, which is required to apply for an F-1 Student Visa.
International graduate student admissions
Non-degree-seeking students
If you're a non-degree-seeking student, there is no cost to apply.
4+1 program students
If you're an undergraduate student with plans to complete a BS and MS, you can earn both in five years. For more information, please see our 4+1 page or the DSU online catalog.
Graduate Assistantships
Competitive graduate assistantships are available for eligible programs and for full-time, on-campus students.