Dakota State University

At DSU, you will join a dynamic community of passionate educators and support staff who impact our students' lives and the community. Together we are Trojan True, and we are looking for talented individuals to join our team. Questions about a career at DSU? Call (605) 291-5554 or email.

Dakota State benefit-eligible employees receive a comprehensive and flexible package including paid time off, health and retirement benefits, and life and disability insurance options.

Maintain a lifelong connection with alumni and friends. Get involved with alumni chapters, watch parties, service opportunities, and alumni events.

Traditions play a unique role in the culture at DSU. Traditions focus on the history of Dakota State, provide a means of building community, instill common values which span generations of faculty, staff and student and generate pride and enthusiasm. At DSU, we value our people and find every opportunity to celebrate.

At Dakota State University, we’re proud to be Trojans. Whether you’re a part of the DSU community or just a visitor, we make sure you have what you need to succeed. With more than 45 undergraduate majors and several graduate degrees, we’re not just reimagining education—we’re providing more opportunities for students to realize their potential.

Dakota State is in the heart of Madison, South Dakota. It's the seat of Lake County, which is home to a number of scenic lakes, hiking trails, two state parks, and miles of rolling prairie.

The ADVANCE strategic plan began in 2022 and will continue to evolve through 2027 and beyond. We will consider our strengths and challenges as we bring stakeholders together to move our University forward. Our strategy focuses on quality, research, engagement, athletics, and student success.

We are pleased to present the newest edition of Dakota State University’s Fact Sheet. The Fact Sheet provides a convenient source of information on the many aspects of DSU. It provides general information about some of our basic data points.