South Dakota State University (South Dakota State) is a four-year, public school located in Brookings, SD. It is classified as Research University with high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R2 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R2 University comparison page.
The South Dakota State's 2024 tuition & fees is $9,299 for South Dakota residents and $12,809 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2023-2024. 88% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $4,636.
For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 11,327 and the students to faculty ratio is 18 to 1 (5.56%).
South Dakota State's acceptance rate is 98.71% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 39.15%. The median SAT scores is 1150 and the ACT socre is 22.
South Dakota State ranked 122nd in National Universities and 2nd in South Dakota Colleges rankings. South Dakota State University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of South Dakota State University is $9,299 for in-state students and $12,809 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2024 tuition & fees is $9,384 for in-state students and $16,917 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $9,299 for South Dakota residents and $12,809 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $9,384 for South Dakota residents and $16,917 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|
| Undergraduate | $9,299 | $12,809 |
|---|
| Graduate | $9,384 | $16,917 |
|---|
| In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|
| Undergraduate | $9,299 | $12,809 |
|---|
| Graduate | $9,384 | $16,917 |
|---|
The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Admission Key Statistics
Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
South Dakota State University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at South Dakota State
| Learning Opportunities |
|---|
| ROTC | Army, Air Force |
|---|
| Weekend/Evening College | No |
|---|
| Teacher Certification | Yes |
|---|
| Study Abroad | Yes |
|---|
| On-Campus Services |
|---|
| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
|---|
| Employment services for students | Yes |
|---|
| Placement services for completers | Yes |
|---|
| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
|---|
South Dakota State University Directory Information
Tools for analyzing and comparing South Dakota State