At DWU, everyone is focused on helping you
develop your natural talents, supporting your achievements and preparing you for success.
We are Honored
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South Dakota
Best Regional Colleges (Midwest)
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Programs
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- Best Value Schools
- Best in Nursing
- Top Performers on Social Mobility
- Best Online MBA Programs
- Best Online Master’s in Education Programs
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- Best Colleges in South Dakota
- Best in Nursing
- Best Master’s in Athletic Training (MAT)
Study at DWU
You’ll be gaining an education that is personalized, hands-on, and focused on honing your strengths in academics, leadership, faith and service.
Learn, Live and Play
There’s nothing better than feeling like you belong, and knowing you’re in a place where you can flourish, grow and succeed—and have fun doing it.
We are Driven by Difference
At DWU, we believe in the power of being different. Our drive and determination are guided by our enduring commitment to effectively serve the complex and changing needs of our students, professional employers and our communities.
Graduate with Confidence.
100%
job placement for DWU nursing graduates.
job placement for DWU nursing graduates.
100%
job placement for DWU education graduates.
job placement for DWU education graduates.
100%
of DWU graduates said their critical thinking skills have grown stronger as a result of their time at DWU.
of DWU graduates said their critical thinking skills have grown stronger as a result of their time at DWU.
99%
of DWU graduates said professors provided them with opportunities to apply classroom learning to real-life situations.
of DWU graduates said professors provided them with opportunities to apply classroom learning to real-life situations.
99%
of graduates would recommend DWU.
of graduates would recommend DWU.
Latest News
Pierre chamber awards $1,000 Learn & Earn scholarship
March 21, 2025
DWU announces winners from Spring 2025 Scholarship Day
March 20, 2025
DWU “Courageous Conversations” coming Monday, March 24
March 18, 2025
LyricWood concert scheduled for March 23
March 12, 2025
We Need a New American Dream
March 11, 2025
