South Dakota State University Demographics & Diversity Overview

11%
Minority Students
56%
Female Students
NaN%
International
33
States Represented

Race & Ethnicity

South Dakota State University has a diverse student body with 11% students of color and NaN% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.

Racial & Ethnic Composition

White
88.2%(8,524)
Hispanic
2.9%(283)
African American
1.7%(162)
Asian
1.3%(123)
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.3%(122)
Pacific Islander
0.1%(5)
Two or More Races
2.3%(224)
Unknown
2.2%(216)

Diversity Highlights

Students of Color11%
Total Enrollment11,327
International StudentsNaN%

Cultural Engagement

South Dakota State University offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.

Gender Distribution

South Dakota State University has a gender distribution of 56% female students and 44% male students.

Overall Gender Distribution

Men
44.4%(4,407)
Women
55.6%(5,510)

Gender Statistics

Men4,407

39% of total enrollment

Women5,510

49% of total enrollment

Age Distribution

South Dakota State University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 0% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 0% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.

Age Diversity Insights

0%

Traditional Age (18-21)

0%

Non-Traditional (25+)

12%

Graduate Students

Geographic Diversity

South Dakota State University attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with NaN% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes NaN% in-state residents, NaN% out-of-state students, and NaN% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.

Geographic Origin

International
100.0%(51)

Regional Representation

International51

NaN% of student body

States Represented

33 states are represented on campus.

Diversity Metrics

Ethnic Diversity

11%

Students of Color

Gender Balance

56%

Female Students

Global Reach

NaN%

International

Age Diversity

0%

Non-Traditional Age