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Enrollment Deposit

How much is USD's enrollment deposit?

University of South Dakota requires a deposit of $100 to confirm your enrollment.



National Rank

4.00%

University of South Dakota is in the top 4.00% of colleges in the country for deposit cost. Nationally, 23.16% of colleges do not require a deposit.

State Rank

50.00%

University of South Dakota is in the top 50.00% of colleges in the state of South Dakota for deposit cost. 45.45% of colleges in the state do not require a deposit.

Type Rank

7.00%

University of South Dakota is in the top 7.00% of Public, 4-year or above colleges for deposit cost. 37.66% ofpublic colleges do not require a deposit.

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Student Population

University of South Dakota educates a diverse community of 9,856 students, with 7,132 pursuing undergraduate degrees and 2,724 engaged in advanced graduate studies.


Total Enrollment

9,856


Total Undergraduates

7,132

Total Graduates

2,724


Full-Time vs Part-Time

61% Full-Time

39% Part-Time

Admissions

The admission process at University of South Dakota has a 99% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $20. University of South Dakota has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential. The average SAT score is 1185 and the average ACT score is 22.


Acceptance Rate

99%


Application Fee

$20

How Do I Apply to University of South Dakota?

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


SAT

Students submitting SAT

3%

Total Score

400

1600

10201300

Reading and Writing

200

800

500640

Math

200

800

520660

ACT

Students submitting ACT

76%

Composite Score

0

36

1925

English

0

36

1824

Math

0

36

1825

Location

Located in Vermillion, SD, University of South Dakota offers students a town experience with all the advantages of a distinct community identity.


City

Vermillion


County

Clay County


State

South Dakota


Country

United States


Urbanization

Town: Distant

About

University of South Dakota features a student-focused approach with a 14 : 1 student-faculty ratio, values, and competitive NCAA athletic programs that enhance the college experience.


Student-to-Faculty Ratio

14 : 1


Religious Affiliation

None


Division in Athletics

NCAA


Sector

Public, 4-year or above


Cost

University of South Dakota makes education accessible, offering an average net price of $18,378 with 57% of students receiving financial assistance including 24% benefiting from Pell Grants.


Average Net Price

$18,378


Received Aid

57%


Pell Recipients

24%


Combined Sticker Price

In-State: $9,432

Out-of-State: $12,942

Demographics

The University of South Dakota student body represents diverse backgrounds and experiences, with NaN% in-state students and a balanced age distribution across traditional and non-traditional learners.


Gender
Men
2,570 (36%)
Women
4,562 (64%)

Undergraduate Ages
Under 18
1,226 (17%)
18-19
2,363 (33%)
20-21
2,122 (30%)
22-24
771 (11%)
Over 25
650 (9%)

Outcomes

University of South Dakota prioritizes student success, demonstrated by a 60% graduation rate and the achievements of alumni who make meaningful contributions in their communities and careers.


Graduation Rate

60%

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