Overview
Student Population
| Location | Aberdeen, South Dakota |
| Online | northern.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Remote Town |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Aberdeen, South Dakota, Northern State University is a small four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 1,068 prospective students applied, and 941 were granted admission. Of those admitted 339 enrolled in the school. 1,383 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 2,110 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2018/2019, excluding room and board, is $7,299 plus fees of $1,198. NSU is ranked 1023 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2020 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Admission Standards
| SAT | 930/1200 |
| ACT | 19/24 |
| GPA | 3.14 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Sep 1, 2020 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
Annual Cost to Attend
South Dakota Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $1,198 |
| Room and Board | $8,029 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,100 |
| Total One Year Cost | $21,826 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $1,198 |
| Room and Board | $8,029 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,100 |
| Total One Year Cost | $24,799 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 35% |
| Education | 20% |
| Social Sciences | 13% |
| Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies | 6% |
| Biology | 4% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=219259 IPEDS survey data for Northern State University.