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South Dakota State University

Q: How much does South Dakota State University cost?

In-state tuition is $9,299 and out-of-state tuition is $12,809 per year.

Q: What do South Dakota State University graduates earn?

The median earnings 5 years after graduation is $49,564 and 10 years after is $55,070.

Q: What percentage of students at South Dakota State University take federal loans?

45.8% of students take out federal loans.

Brookings, South Dakota · Public

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Avg Earnings (5yr)

$49,564

Acceptance Rate

99%

Graduation Rate

60%

Annual Tuition

$9,299

At a Glance

Total Students

8,798

Retention Rate

83%

Faculty Ratio

Financial Aid

46%

Median Debt

$23,250

Campus Setting

Town

Institution Type

Public

Institution Overview

South Dakota State University is a public institution with an acceptance rate of 98.7%. The university enrolls 8,798 students. The average in-state tuition is $9,299. The university's retention rate is 82.9%, and the graduation rate is 59.5%.

One year after graduation, the median earnings are $51,160. Five years after graduation, the median earnings are $49,564, and ten years after graduation, the median earnings are $55,070. The median debt for graduates is $23,250, and 45.8% of students receive financial aid.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$51k

1 YEAR

$50k

5 YEARS

$55k

10 YEARS

Top 34% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, South Dakota State University alumni earn a median salary of $51,160. Five years after graduation, the median salary is $49,564, and ten years after graduation, the median salary is $55,070. The median debt for graduates is $23,250.

South Dakota State University has an acceptance rate of 98.7% and a graduation rate of 59.5%. The retention rate is 82.9%, and 45.8% of students receive financial aid. In-state tuition costs $9,299.