Northern State University (NSU) is a four-year, public school located in Aberdeen, SD. It is classified as Master's College and University with smaller programs by Carnegie Classification
The NSU's 2024 tuition & fees is $8,845 for South Dakota residents and $11,947 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2023-2024. 41% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $6,261.
For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 3,344 and the students to faculty ratio is 16 to 1 (6.25%).
NSU's acceptance rate is 92.98% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 32.01%.
NSU ranked 5th in South Dakota Colleges rankings. Northern State University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of Northern State University is $8,845 for in-state students and $11,947 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2024 tuition & fees is $6,736 for in-state students and $11,936 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $8,845 for South Dakota residents and $11,947 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $6,736 for South Dakota residents and $11,936 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $8,845 | $11,947 |
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| Graduate | $6,736 | $11,936 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $8,845 | $11,947 |
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| Graduate | $6,736 | $11,936 |
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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
Northern State University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs.
Special Learning Opportunities at NSU
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | No |
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| Weekend/Evening College | No |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
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