Dakota State University Demographics & Diversity Overview

16%
Minority Students
38%
Female Students
NaN%
International
28
States Represented

Race & Ethnicity

Dakota State University has a diverse student body with 16% students of color and NaN% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.

Racial & Ethnic Composition

White
83.4%(2,244)
Hispanic
4.8%(129)
African American
3.2%(85)
Asian
2.2%(59)
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.2%(32)
Pacific Islander
0.5%(14)
Two or More Races
3.0%(80)
Unknown
1.8%(49)

Diversity Highlights

Students of Color16%
Total Enrollment3,241
International StudentsNaN%

Cultural Engagement

Dakota State University offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.

Gender Distribution

Dakota State University has a gender distribution of 38% female students and 62% male students.

Overall Gender Distribution

Men
62.5%(1,722)
Women
37.5%(1,035)

Gender Statistics

Men1,722

53% of total enrollment

Women1,035

32% of total enrollment

Age Distribution

Dakota State University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 56% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 19% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.

Undergraduate Ages

Under 18
9.4%(258)
18-19
26.3%(724)
20-21
29.6%(816)
22-24
15.7%(433)
25+
19.1%(526)

Graduate Student Ages

20-21
2.3%(11)
22-24
14.5%(70)
25+
83.3%(403)

Age Diversity Insights

56%

Traditional Age (18-21)

19%

Non-Traditional (25+)

15%

Graduate Students

Geographic Diversity

Dakota State University attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with NaN% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes NaN% in-state residents, NaN% out-of-state students, and NaN% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.

Geographic Origin

International
100.0%(12)

Regional Representation

International12

NaN% of student body

States Represented

28 states are represented on campus.

Diversity Metrics

Ethnic Diversity

16%

Students of Color

Gender Balance

38%

Female Students

Global Reach

NaN%

International

Age Diversity

19%

Non-Traditional Age