Black Hills State University accepts up to 30 credit hours of non-traditional coursework and training from sources such as DANTES and ACE Credits. Our team will work with you to evaluate your transcript and apply eligible credits toward your chosen program.
The following are % of funds we have to return to the government if you withdraw from
a
class or classes where you have received Federal Tuition Assistance Funds, depending
on
the length of the term, and what week in the term they were withdrawn.
NOTE 1: After 60% of the term has been completed no funds have to be returned.
NOTE 2: The calculation will occur as soon as possible but no later than 45 days after
the
date the University determined the student withdrew.
NOTE 3: TA is earned by the calendar day, not class day. This includes weekends, holidays,
and breaks of less than five consecutive days
Before or during weeks 1-2 100% return
During weeks 3-4 75% return
During weeks 5-8 50% return
During weeks 9 40% return (60% of course is completed)
During weeks 10-16 0% return
Before or during week 1 100% return
During week 2 75% return
During weeks 3-4 50% return
During week 5 40% return (60% of course is completed)
During weeks 6-8 0% return
12-week Course Withdraw submitted, the 60% of course completed at 7.2 weeks
5-week Course Withdraw submitted, the 60% of course completed at 3 weeks
4-week Course Withdraw submitted, the 60% of course completed at 2.4 weeks
The Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support (DANTES) program allows students to receive college credit for learning acquired outside the traditional classroom. BHSU administers DSST exams year-round in the Office for Academic Success.
Below is a partial list of available DSST exams and corresponding BHSU credits:
| Exam Title | Required Score | Credits | BHSU Course |
|---|---|---|---|
| Principles of Financial Accounting | 49 | 3 | ACCT 210 |
| General Anthropology | 47 | 3 | ANTH 210 |
| Principles of Finance | 46 | 3 | BADM 310 |
| Business Law II | 52 | 3 | BADM 351 |
| Introduction to Business | 46 | 3 | BADM Elective |
| Personal Finance | 46 | 3 | BADM Elective |
| Principles of Supervision | 46 | 3 | BADM Elective |
| Criminal Justice | 49 | 3 | CJUS 201 |
| Intro to Law Enforcement | 45 | 3 | CJUS Elective |
| Money and Banking | 48 | 3 | ECON 330 |
| Foundations of Education | 46 | 1-2 | EDFN 338 |
| Technical Writing | 46 | 3 | ENGL 379 |
For the complete list of available DSST exams, please contact the Office for Academic Success.
GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government website at https://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill.
| Tuition and General Activity Fees | $9,228 |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $958 |
| Housing | $4,338 |
| Meal Plan | $4,100 |
| Estimated Total Yearly Cost | $18,624 |
Qualify for In-State Tuition
| Tuition and General Activity Fees | $9,228 |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $958 |
| Housing | $4,338 |
| Meal Plan | $4,100 |
| Estimated Total Yearly Cost | $18,624 |
| Tuition and General Activity Fees | $12,496 |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $958 |
| Housing | $4,338 |
| Meal Plan | $4,100 |
| Estimated Total Yearly Cost | $21,892 |
Minnesota students enrolled prior to Summer 2024
| Tuition and General Activity Fees | $11,472 |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $958 |
| Housing | $4,338 |
| Meal Plan | $4,100 |
| Estimated Total Yearly Cost | $20,868 |
For additional Tuition and Fee information please visit our Tuition & Fees page.