Dakota Wesleyan University South Dakota

Private baccalaureate institution in Mitchell, South Dakota, focused on health professions with 886 students.

College statistics

Address:
1200 W University Ave
Mitchell, SD
57301
Sector Group:
Private Not-for-Profit 4-Year or Above
Official Website:
www.dwu.edu/
Setting:
Town
Annual In-State Tuition:
$32,500
Annual Out-of-State Tuition:
$32,500
Total Cost of Attendance (In-State):
$41,050
Total Cost of Attendance (Out-of-State):
$41,050
Room and Board:
$8,550
Total Student Enrollment:
886
Acceptance Rate:
72.8%
Endowment (End of Year):
$42,834,214
Research Activity Tier:
No research designation
Economic Mobility Index:
Lower Access, Medium Earnings
Primary Undergraduate Major:
Health Professions and Related Programs

Dakota Wesleyan University is a small, private four-year institution in Mitchell, South Dakota, with a particular focus on health professions and related programs. The university enrolls approximately 886 students and maintains an acceptance rate of 72.8%, reflecting accessible admissions.

Annual tuition is $32,500, and the total cost of attendance including room and board is $41,050. Most students receive financial aid and pay considerably less than the published rate. The university's endowment of approximately $42.8 million supports its operations and student support services.

The institution is classified as a professions-focused baccalaureate college, meaning its curriculum emphasizes applied fields rather than pure research. This format suits students seeking direct preparation for careers in health and related fields without pursuing research-intensive doctoral programs. For more information, visit www.dwu.edu/.