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University of South Dakota

Also known as: USD

📍 Vermillion, South Dakota🏛️ Town Setting👥 5,439 Undergrads🔗 www.usd.edu

Overview

University of South Dakota is an medium public research university in Vermillion, South Dakota. It enrolls about 5,439 undergraduate students with an acceptance rate of 99%. Graduates earn a median of $51,926 ten years after entry.

Quick Stats

Acceptance Rate

99%

Less Selective

SAT Avg

1,125

530–620

Net Price

$19,858

After avg. aid

Grad Rate (6yr)

60%

Retention

79%

First-year, FT

Median Earnings

$51,926

10 yrs after entry

Admissions

Less Selective

Acceptance Rate

98.8%

SAT Average

1,125

ACT Composite

19–25

Test Policy

Considered but not required

SAT Score Range (Middle 50%)

EBRW (Reading & Writing)

200530 – 620 (mid 50%)800

Math

200595 – 695 (mid 50%)800

ACT Score Range (Middle 50%)

Composite

119 – 25 (mid 50%)36

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition

$9,432

Annual + fees

Out-of-State

$12,942

Annual + fees

Cost of Attendance

$24,422

Total annual

Avg. Net Price

$19,858

After aid

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income	Avg. Net Price
$0 – $30,000	$14,921
$30,001 – $48,000	$15,942
$48,001 – $75,000	$18,540
$75,001 – $110,000	$21,202
$110,001 +	$22,193

Financial Aid Snapshot

% with federal loans

40.4%

Academics & Programs

University of South Dakota offers programs across 23 fields. Top by degrees awarded:

Health Professions

28.1%

Business, Management & Marketing

20.1%

Biological & Biomedical Sciences

6.4%

Education

6.3%

Psychology

6.3%

Liberal Arts & General Studies

5.2%

Parks, Recreation, Leisure & Fitness

5.1%

Communication & Journalism

4.9%

Outcomes

6-Year Grad Rate

60%

On-Time (4yr)

47%

Retention (FT)

79%

% Earning >$25K

79%

10 yrs after entry

Median Earnings After Entry

6 years

$46,290

8 years

$51,509

10 years

$51,926

Graduation Rate by Race

Asian

60.0%

White

62.7%

Hispanic

Diversity

Race & Ethnicity

White

76.0%

Black or African American

3.8%

Asian

1.5%

Hispanic / Latino

5.8%

Two or more races

2.6%

International

6.9%

Gender

Women

64.5%

Men

35.5%

Background

Frequently Asked Questions

Is University of South Dakota hard to get into?

Less Selective — the acceptance rate is 99%. Admitted students average an SAT of 1125.

How much does University of South Dakota cost?

In-state tuition is $9,432, and out-of-state is $12,942. Average net price after financial aid is $19,858.

What is University of South Dakota known for?

Most popular programs include Health Professions, Business, Management & Marketing, Biological & Biomedical Sciences.

What's the graduation rate at University of South Dakota?

The 6-year graduation rate is 60%, and 79% of first-year, full-time students return for their second year.

Data source: U.S. Department of Education.