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 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.
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| 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.