| State | Number of Students | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| South Dakota | 133 | 77.78% |
| Nebraska | 13 | 7.60% |
| California | 5 | 2.92% |
| Wyoming | 5 | 2.92% |
| Washington | 2 | 1.17% |
| Montana | 2 | 1.17% |
| North Dakota | 2 | 1.17% |
| North Dakota | 2 | 1.17% |
| Arizona | 1 | 0.58% |
| Colorado | 1 | 0.58% |
| Kansas | 1 | 0.58% |
| Wisconsin | 1 | 0.58% |
The majority of the Dakota Wesleyan University students who live in the U.S. are from South Dakota. Student location diversity is considered average.