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South Dakota State University

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$18,160Avg. Net Price
59%Grad Rate
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Working Out66%
Sporting Events47%
Christian46%
Over Whenever45%
Coffee43%
Binge Watching39%
Fine with Drinking38%
Around Campus37%
Extrovert37%
Night Owl37%

Popular Majors

What SDState students on MeetYourClass are studying

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Nursing

16%

02

Animal Science

7%

03

Human Biology

6%

04

Pharmacy

5%

05

Agricultural Science

4%

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South Dakota State University Stats

Enrollment Deposit
Student Population
Admissions
Location
About
Cost
Demographics
Outcomes

Enrollment Deposit

How much is SDState's enrollment deposit?

South Dakota State University does not require an enrollment deposit, but may require a fee for housing or orientation. You can find information on taking next steps at South Dakota State University's website.


Student Population

South Dakota State University educates a diverse community of 11,327 students, with 9,917 pursuing undergraduate degrees and 1,410 engaged in advanced graduate studies.


Total Enrollment

11,327


Total Undergraduates

9,917

Total Graduates

1,410


Full-Time vs Part-Time

72% Full-Time

28% Part-Time

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Admissions

The admission process at South Dakota State University has a 86% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $20. South Dakota State University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential. The average SAT score is 1140 and the average ACT score is 22.


Acceptance Rate

86%


Application Fee

$20

How Do I Apply to South Dakota State University?

You can apply to South Dakota State University by going to the official application page and paying the $20 application fee.


SAT

Students submitting SAT

3%

Total Score

400

1600

10201245

Reading and Writing

200

800

500615

Math

200

800

520630

ACT

Students submitting ACT

83%

Composite Score

0

36

1925

English

0

36

1824

Math

0

36

1826

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Location

Located in Brookings, SD, South Dakota State University offers students a small-town experience with all the advantages of a tight-knit community experience.


City

Brookings


County

Brookings County


State

South Dakota


Country

United States


Urbanization

Town: Remote

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About

South Dakota State University features a student-focused approach with a 18 : 1 student-faculty ratio, None values, and competitive NCAA athletic programs that enhance the college experience.


Student-to-Faculty Ratio

18 : 1


Religious Affiliation

None


Division in Athletics

NCAA


Sector

Public, 4-year or above


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Cost

South Dakota State University makes education accessible, offering an average net price of $18,160 with 88% of students receiving financial assistance including 22% benefiting from Pell Grants.


Average Net Price

$18,160


Received Aid

88%


Pell Recipients

22%


Tuition

$4,649.5 In-State

$6,404.5 Out-of-State

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Demographics

The South Dakota 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
4,407 (44%)
Women
5,510 (56%)

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Outcomes

South Dakota State University prioritizes student success, demonstrated by a 59% graduation rate and the achievements of alumni who make meaningful contributions in their communities and careers.


Graduation Rate

59%

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