Brookings, SD

South Dakota State University

At a Glance
Admission, Tuition, Population, and more
Updated: July 13, 2024
South Dakota State University is a four-year, public school located in Brookings, SD.
It is a R2 university with high research activities.
South Dakota State University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.

98% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 7,287 applied, 7,166 accepted, and 2,441 enrolled in South Dakota State.
1,113 men and 1,328 women first-time, full-time students enrolled.
Admission Stats

1,130 SAT, 22 ACT

In 2024-25, the average SAT score is 1,130 and ACT score is 22. The SAT score of 1130 is average, 67 to 74 as in percentile.
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SAT Score
Total106011301240
Evidence-Based Reading and Writing530570610
Math530560630
ACT Score
Composite192225
Math182326
English182124
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2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 undergraduate tuition & fees are $9,299 for South Dakota residents and $12,809 for others.
The graduate tuition & fees are $9,384 for South Dakota residents and $16,917 for others.
Tuition has not increased and remains the same as last year at South Dakota State University.
Cost Breakdown

Financial Aid

6,342 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $5,995.
For freshmen, 2,079 students (98%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $4,327.
Detailed Financial Aid

Student Population

A total of 12,056 students enrolled South Dakota State in 2025.
By gender, 5,309 men and 6,747 women students are enrolled.
There are 10,719 undergraduate and 1,337 graduate students.
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223 Major Programs

  • 75 graduate programs

Offered Degrees

  • Certificate Programs
  • Associate
  • Bachelor's
  • Master's
  • Doctorate
  • Post-graduate Certificate
Area of Study

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of South Dakota State is 62%.
The retention rate is 84% for full-time and 84% for part-time students.
Graduation Rate
62%
Retention Rate
84%
Students to Faculty Ratio
17 to 1
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Facutly & Staffs

A total of 651 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for South Dakota State and the average faculty salary is $91,715. The studetns to faculty ratio is 17 to 1.
There are 1,932 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $67,779.
Number of Faculties
651
Average Faculty Salary
$91,715
Number of Staffs
1,932
Average Staff Salary
$67,779

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning (online classes)
  • ROTC
  • Study Abroad
  • Teacher Certificate

On-Campus Services

  • Academic/career counseling
  • Employment services for students
  • Placement services
  • Libraries
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Athletics

South Dakota State University is a member of The Summit League.
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