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
99%Acceptance
1122SAT Avg
5,239Students
14:1Student:Faculty
61%Grad Rate
$51,926Earnings 10yr
$19,155Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate99.0%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1122
Reading & WritingMid: 575
570650
MathMid: 595
540680
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 22
1925
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
Programs (141)
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
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Source: Wikipedia