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Sinte Gleska University

Type 4 year, Public
Campus locale Rural: Remote
Degrees offered Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Small
Student to faculty ratio 16 to 1
Students retention rate 33%

Located in Mission, South Dakota, Sinte Gleska University is a public, institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

One of the notable aspects of Sinte Gleska University is its open admission policy. This means that all high school graduates and individuals who hold a GED qualification are eligible to apply for admission. This inclusive approach allows a wide range of students to pursue their higher education goals, regardless of their academic background.

Sinte Gleska University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

The retention rate of students at Sinte Gleska University is 33% , which is lower than both the state and national averages. The state average retention rate in South Dakota is 65%, while the national average is 72%. This indicates that a significant proportion of students who enroll at Sinte Gleska University do not continue their studies after the first year.


  • Accredited by: Higher Learning Commission
  • Tribal institution

In-State Tuition & Fees

$3,154

Cost of attendance at Sinte Gleska University in 2022 for students from South Dakota.

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South Dakota's average $8,020
National average $8,573

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$3,154

Cost of attendance at Sinte Gleska University in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

South Dakota's average $10,613
National average $18,862

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 97 of freshman students at Sinte Gleska University received on average $5,086 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$5,086
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 27 93% $4,747 $128,178
Other Federal Grant 27 93% $4,807 $129,778
State Grant/Scholarships 6 21% $385 $2,312
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 6 21% $1,721 $10,326
Total Grant & Scholarships 28 97% $5,086 $142,416

Service Offerings

Sinte Gleska University provides the following additional services to its students
  • On-campus day care for students' children
  • Remedial services
  • Academic/career counseling services

Educational Offerings

Sinte Gleska University offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic
  • Occupational
  • Adult basic remedial or high school equivalent

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Teacher certification

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