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Dakota Wesleyan UniversityTuition & Fees 2026

Mitchell, SD · Private University

Tuition

$32,890

per year

Avg. Net Price

$19,300

after grants & scholarships

Cost of Attendance Breakdown

Cost ItemAmount
Tuition & Fees$32,890
Room & Board (est.)$12,500
Total Cost of Attendance (est.)$45,390
Avg. Net Price (after aid)$19,300

Room & board is estimated using the national average. Actual costs vary by housing choice. All figures are approximate.

How It Compares

National average tuition at private universities

$41,540

Dakota Wesleyan University is

$8,650 below the national average

Return on Investment

Median Grad Debt

$27,000

Federal loans at graduation

Median Earnings (10yr)

$53,728

Median earnings 10 years after enrollment

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Dakota Wesleyan University cost?

Dakota Wesleyan University has out-of-state tuition of $32,890 and an average net price of $19,300 after financial aid per year. The net price reflects average grants and scholarships.

What is the net price of Dakota Wesleyan University?

The average net price at Dakota Wesleyan University is $19,300 per year after grants and scholarships are applied. This is the amount the average student actually pays, which is often significantly less than the sticker price.

How much debt do Dakota Wesleyan University graduates typically carry?

The median federal loan debt for Dakota Wesleyan University graduates is $27,000. With median earnings of $53,728 ten years after graduation, this represents a manageable debt-to-income ratio for most graduates.

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