University of South Dakota (USD) is a four-year, public school located in Vermillion, 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 USD's 2024 tuition & fees is $9,432 for South Dakota residents and $12,942 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2023-2024. 57% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $6,850.
For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 9,856 and the students to faculty ratio is 14 to 1 (7.14%).
USD's acceptance rate is 98.95% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 25.68%. The median SAT scores is 1195 and the ACT socre is 22.
USD ranked 129th in National Universities and 3rd in South Dakota Colleges rankings. University of South Dakota is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of University of South Dakota is $9,432 for in-state students and $12,942 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2024 tuition & fees is $7,118 for in-state students and $12,768 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $9,432 for South Dakota residents and $12,942 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $7,118 for South Dakota residents and $12,768 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $9,432 | $12,942 |
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| Graduate | $7,118 | $12,768 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $9,432 | $12,942 |
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| Graduate | $7,118 | $12,768 |
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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
University of South Dakota 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 USD
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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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 | Yes |
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