Public, Four or more years • NAIA, North Star • Madison, SD

Dakota State University

Four or more years, Public • Madison, SD

Overall Rating

1.9
13 Reviews
23%
Would Recommend
Division and Conference
NAIA • North Star Athletic Association | NSAA
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Location
820 N Washington Ave
Madison, SD, 57042-1799
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Location
Town: Distant
Size
1,000 - 4,999
Degree Level
Bachelor's Degree,
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma,
Associate's Degree,
Master's Degree,
Doctoral Degree,
Graduate/Professional Certificate
Students per Full Time Faculty
18 : 1
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Athletics

at Dakota State University

Dakota State University Trojans

Men's Sports
2
Women's Sports
2
Coed Sports
1
Athletics Revenue
$4,798,794
Athletics Expense
$3,342,157

Top 3 Sports by Revenue

Staff
23
Head Coaches
8
Assistant Coaches
15

Sports at this School

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Admissions

Acceptance Rate
85.6 %
Avg. Number of Applicants
681
Standardized Testing Policy
Considered but not required

SAT Statistics & Range

% Submitted SAT
11 %
SAT Range
1,000 - 1,245
SAT Critical Reading
505 - 635
SAT Math
495 - 610

ACT Statistics & Range

% Submitted ACT
80 %
ACT Composite Range
19 - 26
ACT English Range
17 - 25
ACT Math Range
19 - 26

Tuition & Debt

In-State Tuition & Fees
$9,633
Out-of-State Tuition & Fees
$12,735
Median Debt after Graduation
$14,250

Median Debt by Family Income

Yearly income $0–$30,000$13,612
Yearly income $30,001–$75,000$16,125
Yearly income $75,000+$12,500

Earnings & Employment Rate

Median Earning After Graduation

1-Yr after Graduation
$46,352
4-Yr after Graduation
$49,418
Employment Rate
97.7 %

Undergraduate Majors Offered

Undergrad Majors
55
Bachelor's Degree
23
Associate Degrees / Diplomas
8
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
10

Top Fields of Study by Number of Graduates

Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. - Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
1,110
Median Earning 1-Yr after Graduation
$57,471
Median Earning 4-Yr after Graduation
$72,059
Health and Medical Administrative Services. - Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
5,107
Median Earning 4-Yr after Graduation
$50,063
Computer and Information Sciences, General. - Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
1,101
Median Earning 1-Yr after Graduation
$56,045
Median Earning 4-Yr after Graduation
$60,977
Information Science/Studies. - Associate's Degree
1,104
Median Earning 1-Yr after Graduation
$57,533
Median Earning 4-Yr after Graduation
$70,164
Computer Software and Media Applications. - Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
1,108
Median Earning 4-Yr after Graduation
$35,628
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Graduation & Retention

Retention Rate
First year, Full Time Students
72%
Transfer Rate
28 %

Recent Ratings

  • Women's Softball Head Coach

    Dakota State University

    NAIA • North Star

    Mental health crisis

    Date: June 23, 2026

    By Verified Athlete
    1.0

    Would Recommend

    Tags

    DisorganizedPoor Communication

    Krista wood knows absolutely nothing about softball and she is a terrible person. Transferred out and no happier than ever. If you want to play you better be on her good side and do extra work that she will watch you on the cameras. She also cannot comprehend mental health issues and turns the conversation back on her.

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  • Women's Softball Head Coach

    Dakota State University

    NAIA • North Star

    Should just be a pitching coach

    Date: February 3, 2026

    By Athlete
    2.0

    Would Recommend

    Tags

    IntenseDisorganizedHelps With Career

    Not qualified to be a head coach. Doesn’t have an understanding of all aspects of the game, only pitching. Plays favorites and only cares about starters. Treats injured players like they don’t exist

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  • Women's Softball Head Coach

    Dakota State University

    NAIA • North Star

    Mental Health Matters

    Date: January 27, 2026

    By Athlete
    4.0

    Would Recommend

    Tags

    DirectHonestCares About AcademicsDirectPassionate About CoachingResponsive

    Coach Wood has given me a chance to play for a very upbringing program! I am grateful to be pushed by coaches that believe me, and honest with me. I think the coach’s at Creighton do a good job picking out your weaknesses, so that you can be the best version of yourself as a softball player.

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  • Women's Softball Head Coach

    Dakota State University

    NAIA • North Star

    1.0

    Would Recommend

    Tags

    IntenseDisorganizedPoor Communication

    Its time you get off your high horse! You are not what one would classify as a good coach and the saddest part is you aren’t even respected by your athletes. You need to take a long look in the mirror and quit blaming others for your lack of knowledge and seek accountability. Talking bad about your players to other players is not only unacceptable, but it also shows just how immature you truly are. Manipulating stats is a whole other issue that I am sure Creighton’s Athletic Director should be made aware of. As a head coach that cannot make decisions during games and is constantly seeking this from your assistants truly brings light to the quote “fake it, until you make it.” It is baffling that you have made it to the level you have and somehow have found a way to keep a coaching job. I pray for all the incoming freshman. They have no idea the amount of crazy they are getting ready to step into. If you have other options I strongly recommend you revisit them before being coached by Krista Wood!

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