Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
60.05%
SAT Average
Not available
ACT Range
Not available
Dickinson State University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 60.05%. This means approximately 601 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 1,108 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
60.05%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $9,118 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $11,218 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $20,155 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $15,270 | State avg: $12,994. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 21.76% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 39.33% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Dickinson State University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$11,218
Room and board
$7,740
Books and supplies
$1,200
Other expenses
$3,500
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$20,155
Average net price
$15,270
Average aid coverage
24%
$4,885 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Dickinson State University pays approximately $15,270 per year after grants and aid. This is above the North Dakota average of $12,994 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Dickinson State University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to North Dakota and national averages.
Dickinson State University net price
$15,270
North Dakota average
$12,994
National average
$17,506
Dickinson State University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $11,218 and average net price at $15,270. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$11,218
Current net price
$15,270
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
43.39%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$50,720
Undergraduates
1,108
10-Year Median Earnings - Dickinson State University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Dickinson State University graduates earn about 1.2x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Dickinson State University?
Undergraduates
1,108
Completion rate
43.39%
Below national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
21.76%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
39.33%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 21.76% of Dickinson State University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 39.33% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Dickinson State University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Dickinson State University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Dickinson State University lists Higher Learning Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Dickinson State University is listed at 291 Campus Drive, Dickinson, ND 58601-4896. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare Dickinson State University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dickinson State University | 60.05% | $11,218 | $15,270 | $50,720 |
| University of North Dakota | 77.09% | $15,570 | $18,998 | $63,552 |
| North Dakota State University-Main Campus | 95.81% | $15,511 | $16,334 | $62,203 |
| University of Mary | 78.25% | $21,468 | $18,568 | $60,909 |
| University of Jamestown | 93.51% | $24,820 | $20,318 | $56,621 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dickinson State University's acceptance rate?
Dickinson State University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 60.05%.
How much is Dickinson State University tuition?
Dickinson State University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $11,218.
What is Dickinson State University's average net price?
Dickinson State University's average net price in the local dataset is $15,270.
What is Dickinson State University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $50,720 for Dickinson State University.
Is Dickinson State University accredited?
Dickinson State University's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend Dickinson State University?
The local dataset lists 1,108 undergraduate students at Dickinson State University.
What percentage of Dickinson State University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Dickinson State University in the local dataset is 21.76%.
What is the federal loan rate at Dickinson State University?
The federal loan rate for Dickinson State University in the local dataset is 39.33%.
Where should I verify Dickinson State University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Dickinson State University or the latest official federal education data.