Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Brookings, South Dakota |
| Online | sdstate.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Remote Town |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
South Dakota State University, located in Brookings, South Dakota, is a land-grant public institution situated 60 miles north of Sioux Falls in the state's eastern region. The campus spans 260 acres and features a mix of historic buildings, including the iconic Coughlin Campanile bell tower, alongside modern research facilities and academic buildings. As the state's largest university, SDSU offers comprehensive academic programs with particular strengths in agriculture, engineering, nursing, and pharmacy, while maintaining strong liberal arts foundations. The university operates several agricultural research stations and maintains extensive on-campus housing options for its predominantly residential student population. SDSU competes in NCAA Division I athletics as the Jackrabbits, with notable success in basketball and football within the Summit League and Missouri Valley Football Conference.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
South Dakota State University is rated within the lower 49% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for South Dakota State University within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#600 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#192 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#4 in Best Colleges in South Dakota
#3 in Best Public Colleges in South Dakota
#17 in Best Value Colleges in South Dakota
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1020/1245 |
| ACT | 19/25 |
| GPA | 3.53 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $20 |
Annual Cost to Attend
South Dakota Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $1,526 |
| Room and Board | $8,087 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,348 |
| Total One Year Cost | $22,934 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $1,526 |
| Room and Board | $8,087 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,348 |
| Total One Year Cost | $26,444 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Health Professions | 22% |
| Agriculture | 13% |
| Social Sciences | 10% |
| Work and Family Studies | 7% |
| Biology | 6% |
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Questions and Answers
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Last updated February 24, 2024