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Vermillion, South Dakota 57069-2390

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Known for health sciences

University of South Dakota is a public institution in Vermillion with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1122, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A mid-sized campus of 5.2K undergraduates with a 14:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.

61% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $51,926 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $19,155.

Established
1862
Motto
Veritas
Mascot
Charlie Coyote
Type
Public research university
Conference
Summit League for all sports except football
Division
Division I

Campus Visits

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99%Acceptance
1122SAT Avg
5,239Students
14:1Student:Faculty
61%Grad Rate
$51,926Earnings 10yr
$19,155Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

University of South Dakota Launches New Data Science Minor

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

Admissions

Acceptance Rate99.0%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1122

Reading & WritingMid: 575
570650
MathMid: 595
540680

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 22
1925

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

99.0%

Trend

SAT Avg

1122

Yield Rate

35.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (in-state)$9,432
Tuition (out-of-state)$12,942
Room & Board$9,060
Books & Supplies$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance$23,544
Average Net Price$19,155
Median Debt at Graduation$23,592
Monthly Payment (10yr)$250

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$13,687
$30–48K$16,400
$48–75K$18,608
$75–110K$21,259
$110K+$21,432

Financial Intel

Avg Net Price

$19,155

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

58.2%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$17,500

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

33

Peer Average

37

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones

Programs (141)

Student Life

Student Body

Undergrads
5,239
Gender Split
65% / 35%
Women / Men
First Generation
24%
Pell Grant Recipients
18%

Race & Ethnicity

White 80%
Black 4%
Hispanic 6%
Asian 1%
Two+ 3%
Int'l 4%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate61.4%
Freshman Retention80.0%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$46,290
8 Years$51,509
10 Years$51,926

10-Year Earnings by Gender

Women
$44,200
Men
$58,300

Rankings

U.S. News
#273
Forbes
#493
Wall Street Journal
#29
Washington Monthly
#284

More About This School

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History & Fun Facts

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

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