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University of South Dakota

Vermillion, SD 4 year Public
Type 4 year, Public
Campus locale Town: Distant
Degrees offered Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Medium
Common app member Yes
Dormitory capacity 2,154
Student to faculty ratio 14 to 1
Acceptance rate 87%
Students retention rate 77%
On-time graduation rate 60%

Located in Vermillion, South Dakota, South Dakota 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.

The acceptance rate of 87% indicates that South Dakota University is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

University of South Dakota 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.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 14-to-1, South Dakota University emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

South Dakota University boasts an impressive student retention rate of 77% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 65% and 72%, respectively.

  • Accredited by: Higher Learning Commission
  • The institution provides on-campus housing
  • Website

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

87%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$9,432

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

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

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

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$12,942

Cost of attendance at University of South Dakota 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, 84 of freshman students at University of South Dakota received on average $5,196 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.

$5,196
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 274 24% $4,450 $1,219,264
Other Federal Grant 281 24% $6,534 $1,835,943
State Grant/Scholarships 260 22% $1,396 $363,034
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 879 76% $3,262 $2,867,451
Total Grant & Scholarships 975 84% $5,196 $5,066,428

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of University of South Dakota students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of University of South Dakota students is 60.1%. Female students graduated at a rate of 64.8%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 52.8%.

60.1%

  • asian 60.0% 6 students
  • African American 27.3% 9 students
  • white 65.1% 649 students
  • unknown 57.1% 4 students
  • hispanic 35.6% 16 students
  • International Students 30.4% 7 students
  • Mixed Race 33.3% 16 students

Sport Conferences

  • Football Missouri Valley Conference
  • Basketball The Summit League
  • Track and Cross Country The Summit League

Athletic Associations

  • NCAA
    National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

University of South Dakota provides the following additional services to its students
  • On-campus day care for students' children
  • Remedial services
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

University of South Dakota offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Study abroad
  • Teacher certification
  • ROTC - Army

Veteran Services

  • Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Recognized student veteran organization
  • Credit for military training
  • Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)

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