
Dakota State University's acceptance rate for the 2024 application year is 88.1%, with 2,387 applicants and 2,104 accepted. This reflects a significant decrease from 2023's exceptionally high 98% acceptance rate, where 988 applicants were admitted. The trend shows moderate fluctuations over the past few years, with rates of 79% in 2022 and 86% in 2021, indicating a more competitive environment recently. Historical data from 2015 to 2021 reveals rates ranging from a low of 77% in 2019 to highs of 98% in 2023, emphasizing variability in applicant competitiveness year-over-year.