Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003471
- Phone: (605) 394-2511
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
90.04%FINANCIAL AID RATE
92%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
17:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
90FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$4,847Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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South Dakota State University (SD Mines)
501 E Saint Joseph St, Rapid City, SD
South Dakota State University provides a variety of degree programs for students to guide them in their growth and development. The school is located in Brookings, SD and publically funded. As a land grant institution this school is one of the larger public institutions in the state of South Dakota. Approximately thirteen thousand students are enrolled annually at SDSU.
Areas of study available at SDSU include:
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Biological And Biomedical Sciences
- Social Sciences
- Agriculture Operations
- Psychology
- Family And Consumer Sciences
Students applying for admission are most often required to submit an application, school records, standardized test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by the admissions staff. Most students admitted to South Dakota State University score in a range of 19 to 25 on the ACT exam. SDSU has an admissions rate of about 92 percent of which only 52 percent decided to attend. More information on admissions can be found here.
The cost of tuition is different for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state residents pay nearly $7,600, while nonresidents pay $9,500 per year. Housing may be available for students who wish to live on-campus for a cost of $3,000 annually. Students enrolled at SDSU may qualify for aid which is generally loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.
The South Dakota State University Jackrabbits participate in a number of athletic programs, within the NCAA. Athletic programs offered include:
- Baseball (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Basketball (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Football (NCAA Division I-AA)
Students can take a look at the school's http://www.sdstate.edu/ to see additional information.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may give an overview of the students SD Mines accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Total enrollment at South Dakota State University is around 12,000 students, where graduate students make up roughly 18% of the student body.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $18,300. In order to calculate a more accurate and detailed cost of attendance check out their cost calculator here. There is also a $20 application fee for those applying to a program. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are:
- In-State: $7,700-$9,200
- Out-of-State: $11,000-$13,410
- Charges for part-time students are:
- In-State: $300-$360 per unit
- Out-of-State: $420-$500 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The table listed below helps break down the types of financial aid students receive and the percent receiving aid, as well as the average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 92% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 67% | $4,356 |
Receiving Student Loans | 68% | $8,065 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, South Dakota State University may offer student services like:- Online course work available
- Remedial courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Work study style employment
- Assisting students to find work
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
Campus: South Dakota State University
- Dietetics Program
- Music Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- Pharmacy (Pharm. D.) Program
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
Campus: South Dakota State University - University Center, Sioux Falls
- Pharmacy (Pharm. D.) Program
- * Accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (since 1939)
Intercollegiate Athletics
South Dakota State University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division I-FCS classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (The Summit League)
- Basketball (The Summit League)
- Track and Field (The Summit League)
- Football (Missouri Valley Conference)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Volleyball
- Wrestling
- Equestrian
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by South Dakota State University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Agriculture Operations
- Animal Science (B, D, M)
- Agronomy and Crop Science (B, D, M)
- Agriculture (A, B)
- Food Science (B, M)
- Horticulture (B)
- Landscaping (B)
Architecture
- Architecture (B, M)
- Landscape Architect (B)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B, D, M)
- Microbiology (B, D, M)
- Biochemistry (B, D)
- Biotechnology (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Entrepreneurship (B)
- Operations Management (B, M)
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (B)
- Journalism (B, M)
Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering (B, M)
- Civil Engineering (B, D, M)
- Electrical Engineering (B, D, M)
- Engineering (M)
Engineering Technology
English Language and Literature
- English (B, M)
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
Family and Consumer Sciences
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (B, M)
- Pharmacy (B, D)
- Family Practice Nurse (D)
- Medical Technology (B)
- Dietetics (B, M)
- Athletic Training (B, M)
- Public Health (M)
- Mental Health Counseling (M)
- Nursing Science (D)
- Marriage and Family Therapy
- Nursing Education
History
- History (B)
Interdisciplinary Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- General Studies (A, B, C)
- Liberal Arts (B)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B, M)
- Statistics (B, C, M)
Natural Resources and Conservation
- Environmental Science (B, D)
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
- Counseling Psychology (M)
Public Administration and Social Services
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Social Sciences
- Economics (B, M)
- Sociology (A, B, D, M)
- Political Science (B)
- Geography (B)
- Cartography and GIS (B, C, M)
Transportation and Materials Moving
Visual and Performing Arts
Other 4-Year Public Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to South Dakota State University.
- Southwest Minnesota State University in Saint Paul, MN (51 miles away)
- University of Minnesota - Morris in Duluth, MN (100 miles away)
- University of South Dakota in Sioux Falls, SD (107 miles away)
- Northern State University in Sioux Falls, SD (114 miles away)
- Minnesota State University - Mankato in North Mankato, MN (138 miles away)
Also, check out our college lists below, which can help students compare schools to one another:
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003471
- Phone: (605) 394-2511
- School Homepage