Dakota Wesleyan University
1200 W University AveMitchell, SD 57301
(605) 995-2600
Quick Facts
Enrollment: 943
Type: Private nonprofit 4-year or above
Main Website: www.dwu.edu
Financial Aid: financial aid link
Annual Costs
Tuition and fees: $23,650.00
Total Cost In-State On-Campus: $34,270.00
Total Cost Out-State On-Campus: $34,270.00
Quick links: Admissions | Test Scoring | Financial Aid | Degrees | Majors | Scholarships
Test Scoring
| 25th Percentile* | 75th Percentile* | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Critical Reading | 430 | 590 |
| SAT Math | 420 | 630 |
| SAT Writing | ||
| ACT Composite | 18 | 27 |
| ACT English | 16 | 27 |
| ACT Math | 17 | 27 |
| ACT Writing |
*Click here for an explanation of 25th and 75th Percentile scoring.
Financial Aid
| Percentage of students receiving any financial aid | 100% |
| Percentage of students receiving Federal Grants | 37% |
| Average Federal Grant | $4,329.00 |
| State Aid | |
|---|---|
| Percentage of students receiving state aid | 21% |
| Average state aid | $1,199.00 |
| Institutional Aid | |
|---|---|
| Percentage of students receiving institutional aid | 100% |
| Average institutional aid | $13,143.00 |
| Student Loans | |
|---|---|
| Percentage of students receiving a student loan | 84% |
| Average student loan | $8,047.00 |
- Degrees
- ASSOCIATE'S DEGREE
- BACHELOR'S DEGREE
- MASTER'S DEGREE
- BACHELOR'S DEGREE
- Majors
- Accounting
- Athletic Training/Trainer
- Behavioral Sciences
- Biochemistry
- Biological and Physical Sciences
- Biology Teacher Education
- Biology/Biological Sciences
- Business Administration and Management
- Christian Studies
- Creative Writing
- Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
- Curriculum and Instruction
- Digital Arts
- Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts
- Educational Leadership and Administration
- Elementary Education and Teaching
- English Language and Literature
- English/Language Arts Teacher Education
- Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
- Fine/Studio Arts
- Foreign Languages and Literatures
- General Studies
- Graphic Design
- Health and Physical Education/Fitness
- Higher Education/Higher Education Administration
- History
- History Teacher Education
- Homeland Security
- Human Services
- Kinesiology and Exercise Science
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
- Mathematics
- Mathematics Teacher Education
- Music
- Music Teacher Education
- Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Psychology
- Public Administration and Social Service Professions
- Public Policy Analysis
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
- Religion/Religious Studies
- Secondary Education and Teaching
- Special Education and Teaching
- Speech Communication and Rhetoric
- Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
- Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design
- Wildlife, Fish and Wildlands Science and Management
- Athletic Training/Trainer
Dakota Wesleyan University Scholarships
Transfer Award
Scholarship for undergraduate students enrolling at Dakota Wesleyan University. Applicants must have a minimum 2.5 college GPA. Due date and number of awards may vary. Renewable. more...
Methodist Awards
Scholarship for undergraduate students who are confirmed members of the United Methodist Church attending Dakota Wesleyan University. Deadlines and award amounts may vary. more...
DWU Family Grant
Scholarship for incoming undergraduate students enrolling at Dakota Wesleyan University. Students must be immediate family members of a DWU graduate or current student. Due date and number of awards may vary. Renewable. more...
South Dakota Scholarships
H.C. Olson Scholarship
Annual award for an undergraduate student attending South Dakota State University in Brookings, South Dakota, majoring in Dairy Science. more...
Stevens Family Memorial Scholarship
Scholarship for full-time undergraduate students enrolled at the South Dakota School of Mines & Technology who are involved in the school's athletic program. Students must be in good academic standing to be considered for this award. Preference given to females who participate in track and/or cross country Due date, number of awards, and award amount may vary. Nonrenewable. more...
William & Deda Rae Gamble Scholarship
Annual award for undergraduate student attending South Dakota State University in Brookings, South Dakota full-time, enrolled in the College of Engineering. Award amount varies. more...
Helen Trust Roberti Scholarship
Scholarship for Native Americans who are undergraduate students attending South Dakota State University (SDSU) in Brookings, South Dakota. Preference given to students majoring in Education, Science and Health Care fields. Due date, number of awards and award amount varies. more...
J. H. Steele Memorial Fund
Scholarship for full-time undergraduate or graduate students enrolled at the South Dakota School of Mines & Technology. Students must be in good academic standing to be considered for this award. Due date, number of awards, and award amount may vary. Nonrenewable. more...
Howard Wells Athletic Scholarship
Scholarship for full-time undergraduate students enrolled at the South Dakota School of Mines & Technology who are involved in the school's athletic program. Students must be in good academic standing to be considered for this award. Due date, number of awards, and award amount may vary. Nonrenewable. more...
Valley Queen Cheese Factory Scholarship
Annual award for an undergraduate student attending South Dakota State University in Brookings, South Dakota, majoring in Dairy Science. more...
Norgren Walter & Wildlife Conservation Scholarships
Scholarship for undergraduate students attending South Dakota State University in Brookings, South Dakota, majoring in Wildlife and Fisheries. Selection is based on academic excellence. Number of awards and award amount varies. more...
F.W. Hatterscheidt Educational Scholarship
Scholarship for South Dakota residents who are incoming freshmen accepted to Mount Marty College in South Dakota. Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and financial need. Number of awards varies. more...
Merle Delos Jones Memorial Scholarship
Scholarship for full-time undergraduate or graduate students enrolled at the South Dakota School of Mines & Technology who are majoring in Engineering. Students must have financial need. Preference given to residents of southeastern South Dakota. Due date, number of awards, and award amount may vary. Nonrenewable. more...