South Dakota Public Colleges With The Highest Tuition & Fees

In 2025, the average tuition and fees at 6 four-year public South Dakota colleges is $12,895, reflecting a 0.16% increase compared to the previous year.

South Dakota School of Mines and Technology ranks as the most expensive public South Dakota colleges, with tuition and fees reaching $14,900. Known for its prestigious academic programs and strong reputation, South Dakota School of Mines and Technology remains a top choice for students seeking a premium education experience.

Close behind are University of South Dakota at$12,942 and South Dakota State University at$12,809 both consistently recognized among the South Dakota Public Colleges with the Highest Tuition & Fees, offering high-quality academic programs and resources.

At these High-Cost South Dakota Public Colleges, the average acceptance rate is 92.40%, and the average SAT score is 1,168, making them not only cost-effective but also accessible options for a wide range of students.

Table. South Dakota Public Colleges With The Highest Tuition & Fees Comparison
	School Name	Undergraduate Tuition & Fees	Graduate Tuition & Fees	Acceptance Rate	Total Population	SAT Score	Graduation Rate	Students to Faculty Ratio
1 -	South Dakota School of Mines and Technology Rapid City, SDPublic, 4-year	$14,900 ($10,500) $100	$14,600 ($8,500) -	79.87%	2,576	1,230	53.00%	12 to 1
2 -	University of South Dakota Vermillion, SDPublic, 4-year	$12,942 ($9,432) -	$12,768 ($7,118) -	98.78%	10,619	1,205	60.00%	16 to 1
3 -	South Dakota State University Brookings, SDPublic, 4-year	$12,809 ($9,299) -	$16,917 ($9,384) -	98.34%	12,056	1,130	62.00%	17 to 1
4 -	Dakota State University Madison, SDPublic, 4-year	$12,756 ($9,654) $21	$11,931 ($6,731) -	88.05%	3,774	1,320	51.00%	18 to 1
5 -	Black Hills State University Spearfish, SDPublic, 4-year	$12,018 ($8,916) -	$15,849 ($8,916) -	96.33%	3,346	1,060	43.00%	17 to 1
6 -	Northern State University Aberdeen, SDPublic, 4-year	$11,947 ($8,845) -	$11,936 ($6,736) -	93.00%	3,708	1,060	49.00%	19 to 1
	Average	$12,895 ($9,441)	$14,000 ($7,898)	92.40%	6,013	1,168	53.00%	17 to 1

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