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University of South Dakota

Vermillion, SD
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Acceptance Rate
99%
Enrollment
5,239
Graduation Rate
61%
Student-Faculty Ratio
15:1
Median Earnings (10yr)
$51,926
Retention Rate
80%

Admissions

SAT Range (25th–75th)1110–1330
8001600
ACT Range (25th–75th)19–25
136

Test Policy: Test Sometimes Required

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Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$9,432
Out-of-State Tuition
$12,942
Avg Net Price
$19,155
Room & Board
$9,060
Total COA
$23,544
Median Debt
$23,592

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30,000
$13,687
$30,001–48,000
$16,400
$48,001–75,000
$18,608
$75,001–110,000
$21,259
$110,001+
$21,432
Pell Grant Rate: 18%
Federal Loan Rate: 42%

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Sticker Price$22,002
Estimated Net Price$19,155 (avg)

This is a rough estimate based on published IPEDS data. Actual aid depends on your full financial profile, merit scholarships, and institutional policies.

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Outcomes

Graduation Rate
61%
Median Earnings (10yr)
$51,926
Retention Rate
80%
Median Debt
$23,592

Top Programs

Health Professions
31.4%
Business & Marketing
19.1%
Education
6.6%
Biology
6.1%
Psychology
6.1%
Parks, Recreation & Fitness
5.6%
Social Sciences
4.3%
Communication
3.9%
Criminal Justice
3.7%
Visual & Performing Arts
2.9%

Demographics

Men 35%Women 65%
White
79.7%
Black
3.8%
Hispanic
5.7%
Asian
1.3%
Two or More
3.0%
International
3.6%

Application Info

Deadlines

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App Fee (Domestic)$21
App Fee (International)$21

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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Last updated January 2026.