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South Dakota State University

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$18,233Avg. Net Price
59%Grad Rate
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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 13,616 students, with 11,843 pursuing undergraduate degrees and 1,773 engaged in advanced graduate studies.


Total Enrollment

13,616


Total Undergraduates

11,843

Total Graduates

1,773


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 99% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $20. South Dakota State University has test required that focus on each student's unique potential. The average SAT score is 1150 and the average ACT score is 22.


Acceptance Rate

99%


Application Fee

$20


SAT

Students submitting SAT

2%

Total Score

400

1600

10401300

Reading and Writing

200

800

520640

Math

200

800

520660

ACT

Students submitting ACT

81%

Composite Score

0

36

1926

English

0

36

1825

Math

0

36

1825

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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 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

South Dakota State University makes education accessible, offering an average net price of $18,233 with 98% of students receiving financial assistance including 16% benefiting from Pell Grants.


Average Net Price

$18,233


Received Aid

98%


Pell Recipients

16%


Tuition

$3,886.5 In-State

$3,886.5 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
5,129 (43%)
Women
6,714 (57%)

Undergraduate Ages
Under 18
946 (9%)
18-19
3,924 (39%)
20-21
3,468 (34%)
22-24
1,211 (12%)
Over 25
627 (6%)

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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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