South Dakota State University

Brookings, SD · Public · 4-year

South Dakota State University is a public 4-year institution located in Brookings, SD. It has a 98.7% acceptance rate, with a median SAT score of 1240 and median ACT of 26. The average net price is $19,841. South Dakota State University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.

Admissions Statistics

Acceptance Rate

98.7%

5,884 applicants

SAT Median

1240

Combined score

ACT Median

Composite score

Avg Net Price

$19,841

After financial aid

Student Outcomes

Graduation Rate

61.0%

Retention Rate

83.8%

Median Earnings (10yr)

$55,070

Student Body

9,198

Net Price by Family Income

What students actually pay after grants and scholarships at South Dakota State University:

Family Income	Avg Net Price/Year
$0 – $30,000	$14,266
$30,001 – $48,000	$15,248
$48,001 – $75,000	$18,073
$75,001 – $110,000	$20,706
$110,000+	$21,886

Top Majors at South Dakota State University

Major	Degrees Awarded
Health Professions	410
Agriculture & Natural Resources	212
Business, Management & Marketing	201
Engineering	156
Education	122
Biological & Biomedical Sciences	117
Family & Consumer Sciences	78
Psychology	76
Parks, Recreation & Fitness	70
Social Sciences	64

Financial Aid at South Dakota State University

98.0% of students receive some form of financial aid
Average grant/scholarship: $4,327 per year
Average net price (all students): $19,841 per year

About South Dakota State University

Type: Public 4-year
Location: Brookings, SD
Carnegie Classification: Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity
Accreditation: Higher Learning Commission
Yield Rate: 3500.0%

Official website: https://www.sdstate.edu/

Admissions: https://www.sdstate.edu/admissions

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