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Black Hills State University

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$16,474Avg. Net Price
42%Grad Rate
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Black Hills State University Stats

Enrollment Deposit
Student Population
Admissions
Location
About
Cost
Demographics
Outcomes

Enrollment Deposit

How much is BHSU's enrollment deposit?

Black Hills State University requires an enrollment deposit, but the price is not publicly disclosed. You can find information on taking next steps at Black Hills State University's website.


Student Population

Black Hills State University educates a diverse community of 5,614 students, with 4,950 pursuing undergraduate degrees and 664 engaged in advanced graduate studies.


Total Enrollment

5,614


Total Undergraduates

4,950

Total Graduates

664


Full-Time vs Part-Time

46% Full-Time

54% Part-Time

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Admissions

The admission process at Black Hills State University has a 94% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $20. Black Hills State University has test required that focus on each student's unique potential. The average SAT score is 1030 and the average ACT score is 20.


Acceptance Rate

94%


Application Fee

$20


SAT

Students submitting SAT

0%

Total Score

400

1600

9701085

Reading and Writing

200

800

485495

Math

200

800

485590

ACT

Students submitting ACT

73%

Composite Score

0

36

1823

English

0

36

1622

Math

0

36

1622

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Location

Located in Spearfish, SD, Black Hills State University offers students a town experience with all the advantages of a distinct community identity.


City

Spearfish


County

Lawrence County


State

South Dakota


Country

United States


Urbanization

Town: Distant

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About

Black Hills State University features a student-focused approach with a 17 : 1 student-faculty ratio, False values, and competitive NCAA athletic programs that enhance the college experience.


Student-to-Faculty Ratio

17 : 1


Religious Affiliation

False


Division in Athletics

NCAA


Sector

Public, 4-year or above


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Cost

Black Hills State University makes education accessible, offering an average net price of $16,474 with 90% of students receiving financial assistance including 18% benefiting from Pell Grants.


Average Net Price

$16,474


Received Aid

90%


Pell Recipients

18%


Tuition

$3,808 In-State

$3,808 Out-of-State

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Demographics

The Black Hills State University student body represents diverse backgrounds and experiences, with 0% in-state students and a balanced age distribution across traditional and non-traditional learners.


Gender
Men
1,930 (39%)
Women
3,020 (61%)

Undergraduate Ages
Under 18
1,392 (42%)
18-19
928 (28%)
20-21
433 (13%)
22-24
170 (5%)
Over 25
356 (11%)

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Outcomes

Black Hills State University prioritizes student success, demonstrated by a 42% graduation rate and the achievements of alumni who make meaningful contributions in their communities and careers.


Graduation Rate

42%

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