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99.73%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

91%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

10:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

58

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$4,815

Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

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Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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Business Administration Degree

The business administration program at Dickinson State University prepares students for careers in education, government, private business and retail. The program focuses on planning, organizing, directing, and controlling the functions and processes of a firm or organization. Program courses include: management theory, humor resources management and behavior, accounting and other quantitative methods, purchasing and logistics, organization and production, marketing, and business decision-making. Get more details below including other North Dakota colleges that offer business administration degrees.

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Dickinson State University (DSU)

1500 Edwards Ave., Bismarck, ND

DSU, a public institution, offers an assortment of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Dickinson, ND, the campus offers a rural setting for students to study in. Enrollment at DSU is nearly two thousand annually.

Areas of study offered at Dickinson State University include:

  • Business And Marketing Studies
  • Communications And Journalism
  • Interdisciplinary Studies
  • Health And Clinical Professions
  • Education

Students applying for admission are usually asked to submit an application, transcripts, records, test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by the admissions committee. Most students accepted to DSU have an SAT score in a range of 1260 - 1750, or an ACT composite score within the range of 16 - 27. Roughly 70% of all applicant were accepted at Dickinson State University, with 59% of those accepted choosing to attend.

The cost of tuition is different for in-state and nonresidents. In-state residents pay close to $6,200 and out-of-state residents pay $14,000 annually. Dickinson State University may help with costs by offering financial aid for students who qualify by way of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The DSU "Blue Hawks" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NAIA. Athletic programs available may include but not limited to:

  • Baseball (NAIA Division II)
  • Basketball (NAIA Division II)
  • Football (NAIA Division II)
  • Golf (NAIA Division II)

Students may visit the DSU website to obtain a complete list of academic programs offered, student services, and more.

Students Enrolled in the Business Administration Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Dickinson State University offers a bachelor's degree program in business administration.

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male13
Female21

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
American Indian1
Black2
White27
Multiple Races1
Non Resident Alien2
Unknown1

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 Business Administration program at Dickinson State University, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:

Chief Executives

Description

Determine and formulate policies and provide overall direction of companies or private and public sector organizations within guidelines set up by a board of directors or similar governing body. Plan, direct, or coordinate operational activities at the highest level of management with the help of subordinate executives and staff managers.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, chief executives employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -1.2% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

  • Bismarck, ND
    • Total Employment: 250
    • Average Hourly Rate: $74.89
    • Average Annual Salary: $155780

General and Operations Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate the operations of public or private sector organizations. Duties and responsibilities include formulating policies, managing daily operations, and planning the use of materials and human resources, but are too diverse and general in nature to be classified in any one functional area of management or administration, such as personnel, purchasing, or administrative services.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, general and operations managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 7.1% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

  • Bismarck, ND
    • Total Employment: 1
    • Average Hourly Rate: $46.47
    • Average Annual Salary: $96660

Sales Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate the actual distribution or movement of a product or service to the customer. Coordinate sales distribution by establishing sales territories, quotas, and goals and establish training programs for sales representatives. Analyze sales statistics gathered by staff to determine sales potential and inventory requirements and monitor the preferences of customers.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, sales managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.1% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

  • Bismarck, ND
    • Total Employment: 120
    • Average Hourly Rate: $58.81
    • Average Annual Salary: $122320

Administrative Services Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate one or more administrative services of an organization, such as records and information management, mail distribution, facilities planning and maintenance, custodial operations, and other office support services.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, administrative services managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 8.2% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

  • Bismarck, ND
    • Total Employment: 170
    • Average Hourly Rate: $42.25
    • Average Annual Salary: $87880

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

Admission Requirements & Details

The admission details below may provide a better idea of the applicants Dickinson State University accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • Life Experience Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and recent graduates, Dickinson State University may provide services to students like those listed below:

  • Online course work available
  • Remedial instructional courses
  • Counseling assistance
  • Student employment
  • Helping students find work after graduation

Intercollegiate Athletics

Dickinson State University is a Member of National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), with many of the sports being in the NAIA Division I classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Basketball (373)
  • Football (373)
  • Golf
  • Softball
  • Track and Field, Indoor
  • Track and Field, Outdoor
  • Track and Field, X-Country
  • Volleyball
  • Wrestling
  • Rodeo