Scholarship Day - Nov. 21, 2025

Come and compete for Dakota Wesleyan's highest academic scholarships. You must have a minimum GPA of 3.25, and you can earn up to $100,000 over four years.

You will participate in a personal interview and be celebrated for your many accomplishments. You will also have the opportunity to tour campus and meet with coaches, performing arts directors, staff, and faculty.

You do not have to be committed to DWU in order to compete. Your parent(s)/guardian(s) are encouraged to attend with you.

Qualifications To Compete:

1) Apply to Dakota Wesleyan University.

2) Submit your high school transcripts.

3) Register for Scholarship Day.

4) Submit a service and leadership resume (sample).

  • It should highlight your academic awards, work history, service, and leadership throughout your time in high school.
  • E-mail it to your Admissions counselor.

5) Submit one letter of recommendation.

  • Request a letter of recommendation from a current academic teacher or instructor.
  • Please have the teacher/instructor submit the letter via email to: admissions@dwu.edu or via mail to:

Dakota Wesleyan University

Office of Admissions

1200 W. University Avenue

Mitchell, SD 57301

Schedule:

8:15 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. - Registration

8:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. - Welcome Session

9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. - Individual Interviews and Myers-Brigg Assessment

11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - Academic Activity

12:00 p.m. – 1:15 p.m. - Scholars’ Luncheon and Awards Presentation

1:15 p.m. - Optional campus tours, individual meetings with DWU professors, athletic coaches, financial aid staff, music and theatre directors.