| Vermillion, South Dakota | Location | Fargo, North Dakota |
| Four-year, Public | School Type | four-year, Public |
| Doctor's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
| Research University (high research activity) | Carnegie Classification | Research University (very high research activity) |
In-State$9,432
Out-Of-State$12,942 | 2025 Tuition & Fees | In-State$10,910
Out-Of-State$15,564 |
| 55% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 73% |
| $6,716 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $6,521 |
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| 98.78 % | Acceptance Rates | 94.96 % |
| 24.07 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 32.01 % |
| 1,205 | SAT Score | - |
| 22 | ACT Score | 23 |
| 60 % | Graduation Rate | 64 % |
| - | Transfer-out Rate | 22 % |
| 79 % | Retention Rate | 78 % |
| 10,619 | Student Population | 11,952 |
| 414 | Number of Faculties | 495 |
| 16 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | 19 to 1 |
| Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification | Special Learning Opportunities | Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification |
| Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services, On-campus daycare | On Campus Student Services | Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, On-campus daycare |
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