Dakota Wesleyan University
- 4 Year
- MITCHELL, SD
CollegeGrad School
Dakota Wesleyan University
- 4 Year
- MITCHELL, SD
- Rating 3.91 out of 5 131 reviews
Report Card
- Academicsgrade B
- Valuegrade B
- Diversitygrade B
- Campusgrade B
- Athleticsgrade B
- Party Scenegrade B minus
- Professorsgrade B minus
- Locationgrade B
- Dormsgrade B+
- Campus Foodgrade B
- Student Lifegrade B
- Safetygrade B+
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Dakota Wesleyan University Rankings
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DWU Admissions
Acceptance Rate
64%
Application Deadline
Rolling Admissions
SAT Range
950-1110
ACT Range
18-23
Application Fee
$0
SAT/ACT
Considered but not required
High School GPA
Required
Early Decision/Early Action
No data available
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Cost
Net Price
$19,377 / year
National
$15,523Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Average Total Aid Awarded
$19,181 / year
National
$7,535Students Receiving Financial Aid
100%
Scholarship
Academics
Professors
grade B minus
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
11:1
Evening Degree Programs
No
67%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes. 6 responses100%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want. 9 responses56%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage. 9 responsesMajors
Most Popular Majors
- Nursing61 Graduates
- Business20 Graduates
- Elementary Education13 Graduates
- Kinesiology and Exercise Science12 Graduates
- Criminal Justice and Safety Studies11 Graduates
- Psychology11 Graduates
- Biochemistry and Molecular Biology8 Graduates
- Biology8 Graduates
- Accounting5 Graduates
- Entrepreneurship4 Graduates
Online
Online Programs Offered
0
Offers Online Courses
Yes
Online Certificate Programs
0
Online Associates Programs
0
Online Bachelor's Programs
0
Students
Full-Time Enrollment
654 Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
0
Undergrads Over 25
2%
Pell Grant
34%
Varsity Athletes
50%
Campus Life
Freshmen Live On-Campus
89%
Poll
82%
of students say they don't have Greek life. 11 responsesPoll
62%
of students say varsity sports are a big part of campus life. 13 responsesAfter College
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$37,200 / year
National
$33,028Graduation Rate
44%
National
49%Employed 2 Years After Graduation
92%
National
83%100%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation. 5 responsesSimilar Colleges
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Dakota Wesleyan University Reviews
Rating 3.91 out of 5 131 reviews
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Dakota Wesleyan University has become a home away from home for me. With the small class sizes, I have been able to make lifelong relationships with my peers and get to know my professors very well. I have been able to experience one on one learning and assistance because my professors are so willing to help whenever needed. Another thing I have come to love about DWU is the community. Our campus puts a lot of work into building a community who supports each other. They really go the extra mile when it comes to finding fun activities for the students to do during times of stress. As well as provide resources like counseling, quiet time for worship, ministry groups, clubs, etc. to really bring people together. I love DWU and would recommend it to anyone looking for a home away from home.
I have lived in South Dakota my whole life and I knew that I wanted to stay close to home but also get that experience of being on my own. That’s exactly why I chose DWU. I feel safe and loved at this campus and see it as a home away from home. The staff truly cares about each individual and their needs. No face goes unrecognized and the encouragement in no matter what you do it always at peak. Even though Mitchell itself is a very small town, the campus always makes sure there is something to do. I highly recommend attending this college if you like the small, personal, creative elements of life.
The friendships I’ve made here are unlike any other. I’m so great full for my friends and the community here. I really does feel like a home away from home. I’d like to see some changes in the dorms, they are not the best. Also I’d like to see some changes in the cafe food, especially for those who want to lead a healthier lifestyle like me. Also it would be awesome if there were more activities for students to get involved in. Overall its a great school, it just need some improvements in Some areas.