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The campus of Dickinson State is in Dickinson, North Dakota, which is a self-contained town. The school is a public institution. Degrees at Dickinson State include, at the school's highest level, the Bachelor's degree.
The school is known for its programs in agricultural science and management.
Admission at Dickinson State is selective, not open to all who apply. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
Dickinson State has a tenure system for senior faculty.
In 2005, the school had 2,516 students enrolled (2,062 full-time equivalent).
Dickinson State offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. The school offers students meal plans. Dickinson State values student athletics, and belongs to the Dakota Athletic Conference.
The school is a relative bargain, with lower tuition and fees than most schools offering similar degrees.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Dickinson State University is a regional four-year institution within the North Dakota University System, whose primary role is to contribute to intellectual, social, economic, and cultural development, especially to Southwestern North Dakota. The UniversityÆs mission is to provide high-quality, accessible programs; to promote excellence in teaching and learning; to support scholarly and creative activities; and to provide service relevant to the economy, health, and quality of life for the citizens of the State of North Dakota."
More complete details are provided below.
Dickinson State University
291 Campus Drive
Dickinson, ND 58601-4896
General Phone: (701) 483-2507
Admissions Phone: (701) 483-2331
Financial Aid Phone: (701) 483-2371
http://www.dickinsonstate.com
Dickinson State awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 82 | interdisciplinary studies, liberal arts and sciences, political science, English, history, speech and rhetoric, creative writing, social studies, ... |
| Business And Management | 75 | business management, accounting, business |
| Education And Teaching | 67 | elementary school teaching, physical education teaching, social science teaching, business teaching, math teaching, English teaching, art education, science teaching, ... |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 53 | licensed practical nurse, registered nursing |
| Agricultural Science And Management | 31 | agriculture, agricultural supply, farm management |
| Science | 21 | biology, chemistry |
| Therapy And Counseling | 20 | psychology |
| Office And Administration | 17 | administrative assistant |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 5 | computer and info science |
| Art Studies | 3 | art studies |
| Mathematics | 2 | mathematics |
| Medical Adminstration | 2 | environmental health |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 1 | drama |
| Music | 1 | music |
Number of programs and degrees for Dickinson State in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 307 | 35 |
| Associate's degree | 72 | 5 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 1 | 1 |
In 2005, Dickinson State had a total enrollment of 2,516 students (2,062 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 47% |
| Women | 53% |
| Full-Time | 95% |
| Part-Time | 5% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 89% |
| Black | 2% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 2% |
| (Foreign Students) | 4% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 7% |
| 18-19 | 26% |
| 20-21 | 25% |
| 22-24 | 19% |
| 25-29 | 8% |
| 30-34 | 4% |
| 35-39 | 2% |
| 40-49 | 6% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| North Dakota | 57% |
| Montana | 21% |
| South Dakota | 5% |
| Wyoming | 5% |
| Foreign countries | 5% |
| Nevada | 1% |
| Minnesota | 1% |
| Washington | 1% |
| Idaho | 1% |
| Colorado | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 59 % |
| Part-Time | 37 % |
Dickinson State offers campus housing for 642 of its 2,062 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Dickinson, North Dakota for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other North Dakota Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 19 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 555 | 547 | 99% | 376 | 69% |
| Men | 225 | 221 | 98% | 178 | 81% |
| Women | 330 | 326 | 99% | 198 | 61% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| ACT Composite | 17 | 22 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | recommended |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 77% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Admissions Phone Number: (701) 483-2331
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 4,154 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 9,712 |
| Room and board | $ 3,694 |
| Books and supplies | $ 800 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,900 |
Financial Aid:
Dickinson State participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 298900)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (701) 483-2371
Dickinson State has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 32 | 8 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 19 | 12 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 9 | 15 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 4 | $62,449 | 0 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 5 | $50,372 | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 9 | $55,739 | 0 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 11 | $54,681 | 2 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 14 | $47,617 | 0 | * |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 19 | $42,455 | 17 | $41,960 |
| Instructor | academic year | 4 | $33,591 | 7 | $29,876 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 2 | * | 9 | $19,028 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 50 | $45,307 | 35 | $34,023 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences (2005):
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Dakota Athletic Conference |
| Basketball | Dakota Athletic Conference |
| Baseball | Dakota Athletic Conference |
| Track | Dakota Athletic Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2004):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 18 | 8 | 26 |
| Football | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| Basketball | 1 | 5 | 6 |
| Track | 1 | 3 | 4 |
| All Other Sports | 3 | 0 | 3 |
AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT
Agricultural/Farm Supplies Retailing and Wholesaling
Agriculture, General
Farm/Farm and Ranch Management
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Commerce, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Art Teacher Education
Biology Teacher Education
Business Teacher Education
Elementary Education and Teaching
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
History Teacher Education
Mathematics Teacher Education
Music Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
Social Science Teacher Education
Spanish Language Teacher Education
Technology Teacher Education/Industrial Arts Teacher Education
LIBERAL ARTS
Creative Writing
English Language and Literature, General
History, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Social Sciences, Other
Spanish Language and Literature
Speech and Rhetorical Studies
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDICAL ADMINSTRATION
Environmental Health
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Dickinson State Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in agricultural science and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% |  |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 10% | |
| Number of students (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 11% | |
| % of students from other states (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 14% | |
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 16% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| % students 40 years or older (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 18% | |
| % of degrees in education and teaching (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 19% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers campus housing Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Offers athletic scholarships
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