Dickinson State UniversityStudent Guide

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Public Research University in Dickinson, ND. Operating on a semester system.

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Institution Type

7

Housing Buildings

Student guide · Fall Semester 2026

The semester, explained for Dickinson State University

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
Fall Semester 2026
Campus terms
11
Local details
10

Academic calendar

Fall Semester 2026 runs Aug 24, 2026 – Dec 18, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

6 entries
  1. Summer Session 2026
  2. 10-Week Session 2026
  3. 5-Week Two Session 2026
  4. Fall Semester 2026Relevant now
  5. Winter Intersession 2026-2027
  6. Spring Semester 2027

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Campus language

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11 terms

A

AG Club
The Agriculture Club, one of the most active student organizations on campus.

B

Blue Hawks
The official mascot and collective name for the student body and athletic teams.

C

CAB
Campus Activities Board, the student-led group that organizes campus events and entertainment.

D

DeLong
DeLong Hall, a residence hall located near the center of campus.

H

Hawk Nation
The community of students, alumni, and fans supporting Dickinson State.

S

Selke
Selke Hall, a residence hall typically housing upperclassmen and athletes.
SGA
Student Government Association, the representative body for the student population.
SSS
Student Support Services, a program providing academic advising and tutoring.

T

The Hub
The Blue Hawk Hub, a retail dining location offering grab-and-go options.
The Perch
The main dining hall located in the Student Center.

W

Woods
Woods Hall, a primary residence hall on campus.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

10 details
Blue Hawk ID
The official student identification card used for building access, meal plans, and library services.
Klinefelter
Klinefelter Hall, which houses various academic departments and classrooms.
May Hall
The iconic main administrative building and landmark of the university.
Moodle
The Learning Management System (LMS) used for course materials, assignments, and grades.
Murphy
Murphy Hall, the main building for science and mathematics programs.
Scott Gym
Scott Gymnasium, the home court for basketball and volleyball teams.
Starfish
The student success platform used for academic advising and early alert notifications.
The BAC
The Biesiot Activities Center, the primary stadium and event facility for Blue Hawk athletics.
The Hawk's Nest
The campus bookstore and spirit shop located in the Student Center.
the_perch_dining_hall
The Perch Dining Hall

Quick answers

Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.

What academic term is relevant now?
Fall Semester 2026 runs Aug 24, 2026 – Dec 18, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
11 approved campus terms and 10 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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  • Performing arts, visual arts, student publications, film, and music.
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Life in Dickinson for Dickinson State University Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Dickinson.

Timezone

Mountain Time (MT)

Median Rent

$1,200

Cost of Living Index

96

Student Population

3,000

City Transportation

Walkability

34

Bikeability

40

Public Transit

Dickinson Area Public Transit

Nearest Airports

Dickinson Theodore Roosevelt Regional Airport (DIK)

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid continental (Dfb), with some semi-arid/dry-winter influence noted in local descriptions

Avg Annual Temp

41.5°F

Avg Snowfall

39.7 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

May Hall Lot

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Designated DSU Parking

Student Center Lot

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Near The Perch Dining Hall

Scott Gymnasium Lot

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Athletic and event parking

Upcoming Events

What's happening at Dickinson State University

Blue Hawk Football at Midland University

August 27, 2026

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Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Dickinson State University

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

3 known dorm and housing options. Every known option is shown below.

Main Campus Apts. - A

Main Campus Apts. - B

Main Campus Apts. - C

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Control

Public

Email Domain

@dickinsonstate.edu

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