National American University-Rapid City

National American University-Rapid City Overview

National American University-Rapid City is a four-year, private (for-profit) school located in Rapid City, SD. It is classified as Doctoral / Research University by Carnegie Classification, also known as D/PU (Doctoral/Professional University). You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at D/PU (Doctoral/Professional University) comparison page.

The National American University-Rapid City's tuition & fees is $16,065 for the academic year 2024-2025. 59% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $5,645.

The school has a total enrollment of 903 and the students to faculty ratio is 6 to 1 (16.67%).

National American University-Rapid City is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.

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2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of National American University-Rapid City is $16,065. For graduate programs, its 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $16,425.

The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $16,065 based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $16,425.

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2024-25 Tuition & Fees

Undergraduate	$16,065
Graduate	$16,425

Data source: IPEDS (integrated Postsecondary Education Data System)

2025-26 Estimation

Undergraduate	$16,065
Graduate	$16,425

The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.

Graduation Rate »	60%
Retention Rate	33%(full-time), 46% (part-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio	16.67% (6 to 1)
Student Population »	903 (767 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »	$5,645

Learning Opportunities and Campus Services

At National American University-Rapid City, all courses can be done through online classes completely (both undergraduate and graduate degrees).

Special Learning Opportunities at National American University-Rapid City
Learning Opportunities
ROTC	No
Weekend/Evening College	Yes
Teacher Certification	No
Study Abroad	No
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling service	Yes
Employment services for students	Yes
Placement services for completers	Yes
On-campus day care for students' children	No

Address	5301 Mount Rushmore Road, Rapid City, SD 57702
Phone	605-394-4800
WEB	School's Website
Financial Aid	Deadlines and Applications
Net Price Calculator	Net Price Calculator
Veterans Tuition	Veterans Benefit Information
Disability Service	Disability Services
School Type	four-year, private (for-profit)
Carnegie Category	Doctoral / Research University (not R1, R2)
Highest Degree Offered	Doctor's degree

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