Total Enrollment 763
Student-to-Faculty Ratio 11 : 1

Dakota Wesleyan University

http://www.dwu.edu
1200 W University Ave, Mitchell, South Dakota 57301-4398
(605) 995-2600

Dakota Wesleyan University aspires to excellence in the liberal arts and professional programs, preparing students for meaningful careers and lifelong intellectual adventure. The University affirms its relationship with the United Methodist Church and fosters diversity in an inclusive atmosphere. DWU encourages the dialogue between mind and soul, simultaneously building relationships, developing whole persons, and promoting service to God and humanity.

General Information
Institution Type 4-year, Private not-for-profit
Special Learning Opportunities ROTC (Army)
Teacher certification
Distance learning opportunities
Study abroad
Student Services Remedial services
Academic/career counseling service
Employment services for students
Placement services for completers
On-campus day care for students' children
Credit Accepted Dual credit
Credit for life experiences
Advanced placement (AP) credits
Religious Affiliation United Methodist
Federal Aid Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans).
Degrees/Certificates Offered Associate's degree
Bachelor's degree
Master's degree
Campus Setting Town: Remote
Disability Services Student 3% or less
 
School Costs

At Dakota Wesleyan University, 100.0% percent of first-time undergrads receive financial aid, 95.0% receive grants and/or scholarships (an average of $10,678), and 81% receive loans ($7,651 on average). On-campus room and board costs about $5,870. Off campus it is around $5,870.

Taking into account total living expenses and financial aid, the average net cost of attending Dakota Wesleyan University is $15,987 per year.

 
Enrollment & Graduation Rates

In Fall 2009, 538 people applied to Dakota Wesleyan University. Of the applicants, 81.0% were admitted (84.0% male & 76.0% female ) and 39.0% accepted (35.0% male and 45.0% female)

Of the 735 undergraduate students at Dakota Wesleyan University, 8.0% are part-time. A majority (82.0%) of the undergrad students are under 25 years of age. And 82.0% of the 28 graduate students are part-time.

Percent of In-State Undergrads     67.0%
Full Time Retention Rate     62.0%
Four-Year Graduation Rate     39.0%
Six-Year Graduation Rate     52.0%
Overall Graduation Rate     38.0%
 
Admissions
Admissions Office Phone 605-995-2650
Admissions Office Email admissions@dwu.edu
Admissions Office Address 1200 W University Ave,Mitchell, SD 57301-4378
Admissions Website http://www.dwu.edu/admissions/
Application Website http://www.dwu.edu/apply
Application Fee $25

In order to be accepted to Dakota Wesleyan University, you should have:

  • A High School GPA
  • A High School Record
  • SAT and ACT test scores
  • TOEFL
 
Test Scores
Dakota Wesleyan University SAT SCORES
SAT Reading (25th Percentile) 390
SAT Reading (75th Percentile) 630
SAT Math (25th Percentile) 410
SAT Math (75th Percentile) 580
SAT Writing (25th Percentile) 320
SAT Writing (75th Percentile) 540
ACT Composite (25th Percentile) 18
ACT Composite (75th Percentile) 26
ACT English (25th Percentile) 15
ACT English (75th Percentile) 26
ACT Math (25th Percentile) 16
ACT Math (75th Percentile) 26
 
Dakota Wesleyan University Programs
 

Number of Reported Graduates Last Year
(According to the US National Center for Education Statistics)

Program Name Certificate Associate Bachelor Master Doctorate
Biological and biomedical sciences 6
Biochemistry 2
Biology/Biological Sciences, General 4
Business, management, marketing, and related support services 0 23
Business Administration and Management, General 0 23
Communication, journalism, and related programs 0
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric 0
Computer and information sciences and support services 8
Computer and Information Sciences, Other 0
Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design 8
Education 17 19
Art Teacher Education 0
Biology Teacher Education 0
Business Teacher Education 0
Curriculum and Instruction 19
Elementary Education and Teaching 14
English/Language Arts Teacher Education 0
History Teacher Education 1
Mathematics Teacher Education 0
Music Teacher Education 1
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching 1
Secondary Education and Teaching 0
Secondary School Administration/Principalship 0
Social Studies Teacher Education 0
Special Education and Teaching, General 0
English language and literature/letters 2
English Language and Literature, General 2
Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics 0
Foreign Languages and Literatures, General 0
Health professions and related clinical sciences 60 8
Athletic Training/Trainer 3
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN) 60 5
History 3
History, General 3
Liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities 0 1
General Studies 0 0
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 1
Mathematics and statistics 1
Mathematics, General 1
Multi/interdisciplinary studies 0
Behavioral Sciences 0
Natural resources and conservation 1
Wildlife and Wildlands Science and Management 1
Parks, recreation, leisure, and fitness studies 7
Health and Physical Education, General 3
Health and Physical Education/Fitness, Other 0
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management 4
Philosophy and religious studies 1
Philosophy 0
Religion/Religious Studies 1
Psychology 4
Psychology, General 4
Public administration and social service professions 6
Human Services, General 5
Public Administration and Social Service Professions, Other 1
Security and protective services 0 9
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 0 9
Visual and performing arts 1
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General 0
Fine/Studio Arts, General 0
Music, General 1
 
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