Dakota State University's Value

What is the Value of an Education from Dakota State University?

Will you be over or underpaying for your education? Find the value of an education from Dakota State University below.

Within South Dakota, Dakota State University is Considered an Average Quality College at an Average Price.

Dakota State University's overall average net price combined with an average quality education, results in an average value for the money when compared to other colleges and universities in South Dakota. This lands Dakota State University in the #5 slot on our ranking of Best Colleges for the Money in South Dakota.

Nationally, Not Often You See Such a Great Education for Such a Bargain

Dakota State University's educational quality places it squarely in the middle of our nationwide Best Colleges ranking. However, the school's overall net price is low when compared to other colleges and universities that deliver comparable educational quality. This has earned Dakota State University a ranking of #283 on the Best Colleges for the Money list, placing it in the top 20% of college values across the country.

The following graphic shows how the cost of obtaining a degree at Dakota State University compares to other similar quality colleges nationwide.

Underpriced	Best	$72,896 - Minot State University $100,496 - Dakota State University $101,320 - Marshall University
	Good
Average	Fair	$119,161 - Wright State University - Main Campus
	Low	$130,110 - Drury University
Overpriced	Poor	$145,145 - The University of Montana $149,149 - Dominican College of Blauvelt $171,727 - Albertus Magnus College

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Bottom Line: You'll Spend About $100,496 for That Piece of Paper

On average, a bachelor's degree at Dakota State University will cost you about $100,496. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $22,051 per year and an average of 4.6 years to graduate.

	Amount
Average Yearly Cost	$22,051
Average Years to Graduate	4.6
Estimated Average Total Cost of Degree	$100,496

Many Factors Affect Net Price.

How does the location of this school affect cost? You can save money by going to a school in-state, living at home or living off-campus with a roommate. Please see the net price page for additional factors, such as your family's income, that can influence the price you will pay for college.

What are Residency Discounts?

You can take a look at our tuition and fees page to find out more.

Does this School Make Financial Sense to You?

The overall price of a college may vary greatly depending on your individual circumstances, thus affecting its value. Most students will not pay the full sticker price and few students fit perfectly into 'averages'. To get a sense of how value for your educational dollar might vary based on individual circumstances, look at the table below to determine your likely cost of a bachelor's degree at Dakota State University. Now compare this value metric for each college you are interested in.

Nationwide Value by Aid Group	Avg Total Degree Cost	Affordability Rank	Value Grade
Students Receiving no Aid	$107,897	111	A
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$100,496	276	A-
Only Students Receiving Aid	$89,845	253	A-

In-State Value by Aid Group	Avg Total Degree Cost	Affordability Rank	Value Grade
Students Receiving no Aid	$97,562	3	B-
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$90,161	5	C+
Only Students Receiving Aid	$79,510	5	C+

Note: the Value Grade for in-state students is calculated by looking only at other schools in the state of South Dakota.

What is Value?

We calculate value by calculating average total cost (net price multiplied by time to graduation) and then compare that number to other schools of similar quality ranking. If the school is priced fairly based on the educational quality it receives a fair ranking. If it is underpriced it receives a good or excellent value.

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Dakota State University's Value

What is the Value of an Education from Dakota State University?

Within South Dakota, Dakota State University is Considered an Average Quality College at an Average Price.

Nationally, Not Often You See Such a Great Education for Such a Bargain

Bottom Line: You'll Spend About $100,496 for That Piece of Paper

Does this School Make Financial Sense to You?

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