• Students in full semester classes will follow the calendar found in the campus catalog for expected completion dates.

• First-time Dickinson State University students will be charged a $35 nonrefundable application fee.
• Tuition for online classes is charged on a per credit basis. Click here for the current Distance Education tuition and fees.
• Payment can be made by check, money order, or credit card.

Office of Financial Aid 

Students are eligible for Federal Financial Aid if:

• They are working toward diplomas or associate degrees from Dickinson State University.
• They are working toward a collaborative online North Dakota University System Associate of Arts degree.

Students are not eligible for Federal Financial Aid if:

• They are not working toward diplomas or associate degrees. (Non-degree students)

Students who drop a class or classes and remain in school will receive refunds based on the following schedule:

• First seven (7) class days = 100%
• Thereafter = 0%
• Click here for a further breakdown of refund amounts.

Although a refund won’t be granted after the 7th class day for class changes, the student may add the same number of online credit hours at no charge, plus any additional fees.

For students who must withdraw from school after registration of the fall or spring semester, please contact the Office of Extended Learning.