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Dakota State University
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820 N Washington
Madison, SD 570421799 |
General information
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(605) 256-5111
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| About this School |
Dakota State University is a public, four-year university in South Dakota, located in Madison, South Dakota. The university has a focus on programs in computers, business, education, physical sciences, among other graduate and undergraduate programs. The university requires all students entering the university during and after the Fall 2004 semester to use tablet PCs in general education courses. It is governed by the South Dakota Board of Regents.
The university was founded in 1881 as Madison State Normal School and was the first teacher education institution in the Dakota Territory. It is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools and in 2004 was designated by the National Security Agency as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance Education.
DSU offers associate's, bachelor's, and master's degree programs through the College of Arts and Sciences, the College of Business and Information Systems, and the College of Education.
DSU is home to the Smith-Zimmermann Heritage Museum and the Karl E. Mundt Library and Archives. Its athletic mascot is the trojan and it is a member of the Dakota Athletic Conference. Its current president is Dr. Douglas D. Knowlton. As of fall 2005, its total student enrollment was 2,329, of whom 52.8% were women, and its total faculty count was 88, of whom 34.1% were women.
Associate's degree programs are offered in:
- pplication Programming
- usiness Management
- eneral Studies
- ealth Information Technology
- ffice Management
- espiratory Care.
Bachelor's degree programs are offered in :
- iology Education (Grades 7-12)
- iology for Information Systems
- usiness Administration in Accounting
- usiness Administration in Finance
- usiness Administration in Management
- usiness Administration in Management Information Systems
- usiness Administration in Marketing
- usiness Education (Grades 7-12)
- omputer and Network Security
- omputer Education (Grades K-12)
- omputer Graphic Design
- omputer Information Systems
- omputer Science
- lementary Education (Grades K-8)
- lementary Education and Special Learning and Behavioral Problems (Grades K-8)
- nglish Education (Grades 7-12)
- nglish for Information Systems
- ealth Information Administration
- athematics Education (Grades 7-12)
- athematics for Information Systems
- ultimedia/Web Development
- hysical Science
- hysical Science Education (Grades 7-12)
- rofessional Accountancy
- espiratory Care
- cientific Forensic Technology.
Master's degree programs are offered in:
- ducational Technology
- nformation Assurance
- nformation Systems.
In addition to the degrees offered above, Dakota State University offers several minors and pre-professional programs.
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| Academic year prices for full-time, first-time undergraduate students |
| Tuition and Fees | 2007-2008 | 2006-2007 | 2005-2006 |
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| In-State | $ 5,381 | $ 5,060 | $ 4,831 |
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| Out of State | $ 6,618 | $ 6,251 | $ 9,819 |
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| Books and Supplies | $ 900 | $ 850 | $ 850 |
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| On-Campus |
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| Room and board | $ 4,374 | $ 3,863 | $ 3,726 |
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| Other Expenses | $ 3,449 | $ 3,327 | $ 3,085 |
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Financial aid 2005-2006
Financial aid to full-time, first-time undergraduate students
| Type of Aid | Percentage of students receiving aid | Average amount of aid they received |
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| Federal Grants (scholarship/fellowship) |
33% |
$ 3,049 |
| State/Local grants (scholarship/fellowship) |
38% |
$ 1,068 |
| Institutional grants (scholarship/fellowship) |
49% |
$ 1,194 |
| Loans to students |
76% |
$ 4,623 |
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Dakota State University
Associate degree
Business Administration and Management, General | Dakota State University |
A program that generally prepares individuals to plan, organize, direct, and control the functions and processes of a firm or organization. Includes instruction in management theory, human resources management and behavior, accounting and other quantitative methods, purchasing and logistics, organization and production, marketing, and business decision-making. | |
| Dakota State University
Associate degree
Computer Programming + Programmer, General | Dakota State University |
A program that focuses on the general writing and implementation of generic and customized programs to drive operating systems and that generally prepares individuals to apply the methods and procedures of software design and programming to software installation and maintenance. Includes instruction in software design, low- and high-level languages and program writing; program customization and linking; prototype testing; troubleshooting; and related aspects of operating systems and networks. | |
| Dakota State University
Associate degree
General Studies | Dakota State University |
An undifferentiated program that includes instruction in the general arts, general science, or unstructured studies. | |
| Dakota State University
Associate degree
Health Information + Medical Records Technology + Technician | Dakota State University |
A program that prepares individuals, under the supervision of health information administrators and other professionals, to construct medical records and clinical databases, perform manipulations on retrieved data, control the security and quality of records, and supervise data entry and technical maintenance personnel. Includes instruction in clinical and biomedical science data and information requirements; database management; data coding and validation; information security; quality control; health information content and structure; medical business procedures; and legal requirements. | |
| Dakota State University
Associate degree
Office Management and Supervision | Dakota State University |
A program that prepares individuals to supervise and manage the operations and personnel of business offices and management-level divisions. Includes instruction in employee supervision, management, and labor relations; budgeting; scheduling and coordination; office systems operation and maintenance; office records management, organization, and security; office facilities design and space management; preparation and evaluation of business management data; and public relations. | |
| Dakota State University
Associate degree
Respiratory Care Therapy + Therapist | Dakota State University |
A program that prepares individuals, under the supervision of physicians, to assist in developing respiratory care plans, administer respiratory care procedures, supervise personnel and equipment operation, maintain records, and consult with other health care team members. Includes instruction in the applied basic biomedical sciences; anatomy, physiology, and pathology of the respiratory system; clinical medicine; therapeutic procedures; clinical expressions; data collection and record-keeping; patient communication; equipment operation and maintenance; personnel supervision; and procedures for special population groups. | |
| Dakota State University
Bachelor degree
Accounting | Dakota State University |
A program that prepares individuals to practice the profession of accounting and to perform related business functions. Includes instruction in accounting principles and theory, financial accounting, managerial accounting, cost accounting, budget control, tax accounting, legal aspects of accounting, auditing, reporting procedures, statement analysis, planning and consulting, business information systems, accounting research methods, professional standards and ethics, and applications to specific for-profit, public, and non-profit organizations. | |
| Dakota State University
Bachelor degree
Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other | Dakota State University |
Any instructional program in the biological and biomedical sciences not listed in the Biological and Biomedical Sciences, General category. | |
| Dakota State University
Bachelor degree
Biology Teacher Education | Dakota State University |
A program that prepares individuals to teach biology programs at various educational levels. | |
| Dakota State University
Bachelor degree
Business Administration and Management, General | Dakota State University |
A program that generally prepares individuals to plan, organize, direct, and control the functions and processes of a firm or organization. Includes instruction in management theory, human resources management and behavior, accounting and other quantitative methods, purchasing and logistics, organization and production, marketing, and business decision-making. | |
| Dakota State University
Bachelor degree
Business Teacher Education | Dakota State University |
A program that prepares individuals to teach vocational business programs at various educational levels. | |
| Dakota State University
Bachelor degree
Chemical Technology + Technician | Dakota State University |
A program that prepares individuals to apply scientific principles and technical skills in support of chemical and biochemical research and industrial operations. Includes instruction in principles of chemistry and biochemistry, technical mathematics, computer applications, radiochemistry, industrial biochemistry, chemical instrumentation, physical chemistry, laboratory research methods, industrial processing methods and equipment, and test equipment operation and maintenance. | |
| Dakota State University
Bachelor degree
Computer Graphics | Dakota State University |
A program that focuses on the software, hardware, and mathematical tools used to represent, display, and manipulate topological, two-, and three-dimensional objects on a computer screen and that prepares individuals to function as computer graphics specialists. Includes instruction in graphics software and systems; digital multimedia; graphic design; graphics devices, processors, and standards; attributes and transformations; projections; surface identification and rendering; color theory and application; and applicable geometry and algorithms. | |
| Dakota State University
Bachelor degree
Computer Teacher Education | Dakota State University |
A program that prepares individuals to teach computer education programs at various educational levels. | |
| Dakota State University
Bachelor degree
Computer and Information Sciences, General | Dakota State University |
A general program that focuses on computing, computer science, and information science and systems as part of a broad and/or interdisciplinary program. Such programs are undifferentiated as to title and content and are not to be confused with specific programs in computer science, information science, or related support services. | |
| Dakota State University
Bachelor degree
Computer and Information Systems Security | Dakota State University |
A program that prepares individuals to assess the security needs of computer and network systems, recommend safeguard solutions, and manage the implementation and maintenance of security devices, systems, and procedures. Includes instruction in computer architecture, programming, and systems analysis; networking; telecommunications; cryptography; security system design; applicable law and regulations; risk assessment and policy analysis; contingency planning; user access issues; investigation techniques; and troubleshooting. | |
| Dakota State University
Bachelor degree
E-Commerce + Electronic Commerce | Dakota State University |
A program that prepares individuals to plan, manage, supervise, and market electronic business operations, products, and services provided online via the Internet. Includes instruction in business administration, information technology, information resources management, web design, computer and Internet law and policy, computer privacy and security, e-trading, insurance, electronic marketing, investment capital planning, enterprise operations, personnel supervision, contracting, and product and service networking. | |
| Dakota State University
Bachelor degree
Elementary Education and Teaching | Dakota State University |
A program that prepares individuals to teach students in the elementary grades, which may include kindergarten through grade eight, depending on the school system or state regulations. Includes preparation to teach all elementary education subject matter. | |
| Dakota State University
Bachelor degree
English + Language Arts Teacher Education | Dakota State University |
A program that prepares individuals to teach English grammar, composition and literature programs at various educational levels. | |
| Dakota State University
Bachelor degree
English Language and Literature + Letters, Other | Dakota State University |
Any instructional program in English language and literature not listed in the English Language and Literature/Letters, General category. | |
| Dakota State University
Bachelor degree
English Language and Literature, General | Dakota State University |
A general program that focuses on the English language, including its history, structure and related communications skills; and the literature and culture of English-speaking peoples. | |
| Dakota State University
Bachelor degree
Finance, General | Dakota State University |
A program that generally prepares individuals to plan, manage, and analyze the financial and monetary aspects and performance of business enterprises, banking institutions, or other organizations. Includes instruction in principles of accounting; financial instruments; capital planning; funds acquisition; asset and debt management; budgeting; financial analysis; and investments and portfolio management. | |
| Dakota State University
Bachelor degree
Health Information + Medical Records Administration + Administrator | Dakota State University |
A program that prepares individuals to plan, design, and manage systems, processes, and facilities used to collect, store, secure, retrieve, analyze, and transmit medical records and other health information used by clinical professionals and health care organizations. Includes instruction in the principles and basic content of the biomedical and clinical sciences; information technology and applications; data and database management; clinical research methodologies; health information resources and systems; office management; legal requirements; and professional standards. | |
| Dakota State University
Bachelor degree
Information Science + Studies | Dakota State University |
A program that focuses on the theory, organization, and process of information collection, transmission, and utilization in traditional and electronic forms. Includes instruction in information classification and organization; information storage and processing; transmission, transfer, and signaling; communications and networking; systems planning and design; human interfacing and use analysis; database development; information policy analysis; and related aspects of hardware, software, economics, social factors, and capacity. | |
| Dakota State University
Bachelor degree
Information Technology | Dakota State University |
A program that focuses on the design of technological information systems, including computing systems, as solutions to business and research data and communications support needs. Includes instruction in the principles of computer hardware and software components, algorithms, databases, telecommunications, user tactics, application testing, and human interface design. | |
| Dakota State University
Bachelor degree
Kinesiology and Exercise Science | Dakota State University |
A scientific program that focuses on the anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, and biophysics of human movement, and applications to exercise and therapeutic rehabilitation. Includes instruction in biomechanics, motor behavior, motor development and coordination, motor neurophysiology, performance research, rehabilitative therapies, the development of diagnostic and rehabilitative methods and equipment, and related analytical methods and procedures in applied exercise and therapeutic rehabilitation . | |
| Dakota State University
Bachelor degree
Marketing + Marketing Management, General | Dakota State University |
A program that generally prepares individuals to undertake and manage the process of developing consumer audiences and moving products from producers to consumers. Includes instruction in buyer behavior and dynamics, principle of marketing research, demand analysis, cost-volume and profit relationships, pricing theory, marketing campaign and strategic planning, market segments, advertising methods, sales operations and management, consumer relations, retailing, and applications to specific products and markets. | |
| Dakota State University
Bachelor degree
Mathematics Teacher Education | Dakota State University |
A program that prepares individuals to teach mathematics programs at various educational levels. | |
| Dakota State University
Bachelor degree
Mathematics and Statistics, Other | Dakota State University |
Any instructional program in mathematics and statistics not listed in the Mathematics and Statistics, General category. | |
| Dakota State University
Bachelor degree
Office Management and Supervision | Dakota State University |
A program that prepares individuals to supervise and manage the operations and personnel of business offices and management-level divisions. Includes instruction in employee supervision, management, and labor relations; budgeting; scheduling and coordination; office systems operation and maintenance; office records management, organization, and security; office facilities design and space management; preparation and evaluation of business management data; and public relations. | |
| Dakota State University
Bachelor degree
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching | Dakota State University |
A program that prepares individuals to teach physical education programs and/or to coach sports at various educational levels. | |
| Dakota State University
Bachelor degree
Physical Sciences | Dakota State University |
A program that focuses on the major topics, concepts, processes, and interrelationships of physical phenomena as studied in any combination of physical science disciplines. | |
| Dakota State University
Bachelor degree
Respiratory Care Therapy + Therapist | Dakota State University |
A program that prepares individuals, under the supervision of physicians, to assist in developing respiratory care plans, administer respiratory care procedures, supervise personnel and equipment operation, maintain records, and consult with other health care team members. Includes instruction in the applied basic biomedical sciences; anatomy, physiology, and pathology of the respiratory system; clinical medicine; therapeutic procedures; clinical expressions; data collection and record-keeping; patient communication; equipment operation and maintenance; personnel supervision; and procedures for special population groups. | |
| Dakota State University
Bachelor degree
Science Teacher Education + General Science Teacher Education | Dakota State University |
A program that prepares individuals to teach general science programs, or a combination of the biological and physical science subject matter areas, at various educational levels. | |
| Dakota State University
Bachelor degree
Special Education and Teaching, Other | Dakota State University |
Any instructional program in special education not listed in the Special Education and Teaching, General category. | |
| Dakota State University
Bachelor degree
Web Page, Digital + Multimedia and Information Resources Design | Dakota State University |
A program that prepares individuals to apply HTML, XML, Javascript, graphics applications, and other authoring tools to the design, editing, and publishing (launching) of documents, images, graphics, sound, and multimedia products on the World Wide Web. Includes instruction in Internet theory; web page standards and policies; elements of web page design; user interfaces; vector tools; special effects; interactive and multimedia components; search engines; navigation; morphing; e-commerce tools; and emerging web technologies. | |
| Dakota State University
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Computer Programming + Programmer, General | Dakota State University |
A program that focuses on the general writing and implementation of generic and customized programs to drive operating systems and that generally prepares individuals to apply the methods and procedures of software design and programming to software installation and maintenance. Includes instruction in software design, low- and high-level languages and program writing; program customization and linking; prototype testing; troubleshooting; and related aspects of operating systems and networks. | |
| Dakota State University
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Computer and Information Sciences, General | Dakota State University |
A general program that focuses on computing, computer science, and information science and systems as part of a broad and/or interdisciplinary program. Such programs are undifferentiated as to title and content and are not to be confused with specific programs in computer science, information science, or related support services. | |
| Dakota State University
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Design and Visual Communications, General | Dakota State University |
A program in the applied visual arts that focuses on the general principles and techniques for effectively communicating ideas and information, and packaging products, in digital and other formats to business and consumer audiences, and that may prepare individuals in any of the applied art media. | |
| Dakota State University
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Information Technology | Dakota State University |
A program that focuses on the design of technological information systems, including computing systems, as solutions to business and research data and communications support needs. Includes instruction in the principles of computer hardware and software components, algorithms, databases, telecommunications, user tactics, application testing, and human interface design. | |
| Dakota State University
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Non-Profit + Public + Organizational Management | Dakota State University |
A program that prepares individuals to manage the business affairs of non-profit corporations, including foundations, educational institutions, associations, and other such organizations, and public agencies and governmental operations. Includes instruction in business management, principles of public administration, principles of accounting and financial management, human resources management, taxation of non-profit organizations, and business law as applied to non-profit organizations. | |
| Dakota State University
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
System Administration + Administrator | Dakota State University |
A program that prepares individuals to manage the computer operations and control the system configurations emanating from a specific site or network hub. Includes instruction in computer hardware and software and applications; local area (LAN) and wide area (WAN) networking; principles of information systems security; disk space and traffic load monitoring; data backup; resource allocation; and setup and takedown procedures. | |
| Dakota State University
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods, Other | Dakota State University |
Any instructional program in teacher education and professional development not listed in the Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods, General category. | |
| Dakota State University
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Web Page, Digital + Multimedia and Information Resources Design | Dakota State University |
A program that prepares individuals to apply HTML, XML, Javascript, graphics applications, and other authoring tools to the design, editing, and publishing (launching) of documents, images, graphics, sound, and multimedia products on the World Wide Web. Includes instruction in Internet theory; web page standards and policies; elements of web page design; user interfaces; vector tools; special effects; interactive and multimedia components; search engines; navigation; morphing; e-commerce tools; and emerging web technologies. | |
| Dakota State University
Certificates/Less-than-2-year Certificate
Medical Insurance Coding Specialist + Coder | Dakota State University |
A program that prepares individuals to perform specialized data entry, classification, and record-keeping procedures related to medical diagnostic, treatment, billing, and insurance documentation. Includes instruction in medical records and insurance software applications, basic anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, fundamentals of medical science and treatment procedures, data classification and coding, data entry skills, and regulations relating to Medicare and insurance documentation. | |
| Dakota State University
Certificates/Less-than-2-year Certificate
Secondary Education and Teaching | Dakota State University |
A program that prepares individuals to teach students in the secondary grades, which may include grades seven through twelve, depending on the school system or state regulations. May include preparation to teach a comprehensive curriculum or specific subject matter. | |
| Dakota State University
Doctor's degree
Information Science + Studies | Dakota State University |
A program that focuses on the theory, organization, and process of information collection, transmission, and utilization in traditional and electronic forms. Includes instruction in information classification and organization; information storage and processing; transmission, transfer, and signaling; communications and networking; systems planning and design; human interfacing and use analysis; database development; information policy analysis; and related aspects of hardware, software, economics, social factors, and capacity. | |
| Dakota State University
Master's degree
Computer and Information Systems Security | Dakota State University |
A program that prepares individuals to assess the security needs of computer and network systems, recommend safeguard solutions, and manage the implementation and maintenance of security devices, systems, and procedures. Includes instruction in computer architecture, programming, and systems analysis; networking; telecommunications; cryptography; security system design; applicable law and regulations; risk assessment and policy analysis; contingency planning; user access issues; investigation techniques; and troubleshooting. | |
| Dakota State University
Master's degree
Educational + Instructional Media Design | Dakota State University |
A program that focuses on the principles and techniques of creating instructional products and related educational resources in various formats or combinations such as film, video, recording, text, art, CD-ROM, computer software, virtual reality technology, and three-dimensional objects, and that prepares individuals to function as instructional media designers. Includes instruction in the techniques specific to creating in various media; the behavioral principles applicable to using various media in learning and teaching; the design, testing and production of instructional materials; and the management of educational/instructional media facilities and programs. | |
| Dakota State University
Master's degree
Information Science + Studies | Dakota State University |
A program that focuses on the theory, organization, and process of information collection, transmission, and utilization in traditional and electronic forms. Includes instruction in information classification and organization; information storage and processing; transmission, transfer, and signaling; communications and networking; systems planning and design; human interfacing and use analysis; database development; information policy analysis; and related aspects of hardware, software, economics, social factors, and capacity. | |
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