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- School Code: 346300
- Phone: (800) 255-2478
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ACCEPTANCE RATE
77.40%FINANCIAL AID RATE
95%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
18:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
74FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$4,395Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Computer Graphics Degree
The computer graphics degree program at Dakota State University prepares students seeking a future in the graphic design field as computer graphic specialists. Students who graduate from the computer graphics degree program will study software, hardware, and mathematical tools to manipulate topological 2D and 3D creations on a computer. Courses include graphics software and systems, digital multimedia, graphic design, graphics devices, processors, and standards, attributes, and transformations, projections, surface identification and rendering, and color theory and application. Get more details below including other South Dakota colleges that offer computer graphics degrees.
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Dakota State University
Also known as Dakota State
1200 University St, Spearfish, SD
Dakota State University provides a variety of degree programs for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Madison, SD and publically funded. Approximately three thousand students enroll at Dakota State yearly.
Students may pick from a few areas of study, including but not limited to:
- Computer And Information Sciences
- Education
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Recreation And Fitness Studies
Students applying for admission are required to submit an application, transcripts, standardized test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by the admissions committee. Students may take either the ACT or SAT scores to be considered for admissions to this school. A score in a range of 850 - 1070 on the SAT, or 18 - 25 for the ACT is common among admitted students. Dakota State admits about 90% of students applying annually. Of those admitted, nearly 49% of students registered for enrollment. More information regarding admissions can be found here.
Tuition & fees at Dakota State University are different for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state tuition costs close to $7,600 per year, while out-of-state tuition costing $9,500 per year. Housing may be available for those that want to live on-campus for a cost of $3,000 for the year. Some students at Dakota State University may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally provided in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.
The Dakota State University Trojans participate in a number of athletic programs, overseen by the NAIA. Athletic programs that are available may include:
- Baseball (NAIA Division II)
- Basketball (NAIA Division II)
- Track & Field (NAIA Division II)
Contact information, academics information, areas of study, and much more may be accessed on school's website at http://www.dsu.edu.
Students Enrolled in the Computer Graphics Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Dakota State offers a bachelor's degree program in computer graphics.
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 11 |
Female | 6 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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Asian | 1 |
Hispanic | 1 |
White | 15 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
Career Options for Graduates
Upon completion of the Computer Graphics program at Dakota State, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:Computer Programmers
Description
Create, modify, and test the code, forms, and script that allow computer applications to run. Work from specifications drawn up by software developers or other individuals. May assist software developers by analyzing user needs and designing software solutions. May develop and write computer programs to store, locate, and retrieve specific documents, data, and information.
Graphic Designers
Description
Design or create graphics to meet specific commercial or promotional needs, such as packaging, displays, or logos. May use a variety of mediums to achieve artistic or decorative effects.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, graphic designers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 1.4% from 2014 to 2024
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may give you an idea of the candidates Dakota State University accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, Dakota State University may provide student services like those listed below:
- Online classes
- Remedial instructional courses
- Counseling assistance
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Helping students find work after graduation
Intercollegiate Athletics
Dakota State University is a Member of National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), with many of the sports being in the NAIA Division II classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (373)
- Basketball (373)
- Football (373)
- Golf
- Softball
- Track and Field, Indoor
- Track and Field, Outdoor
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball