Northern State University
Overview
Student Population
3,611
| Size | Small |
| Profit Status | Non-profit |
| On campus housing | Yes |
| Degrees Offered | 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 994 prospective students applied, and 873 were granted admission. Of those admitted 324 enrolled in the school. 1,380 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 2,231 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2017/2018, excluding room and board, is $7,191 plus fees of $1,089. NSU is ranked 1144 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2019 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Getting In
Admission Standards
Easy
| SAT | ACT | GPA |
|---|---|---|
| SAT | 1030/1210 | |
| ACT | 19/24 | |
| GPA | 3.14 |
Applications Accepted
87.8%
| Applications Due | Sep 1, 2019 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
Annual Cost to Attend
South Dakota Resident Tuition
$7,191
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $1,089 |
| Room and Board | $7,844 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,000 |
| Total One Year Cost | $21,324 |
Out of State Tuition
$10,121
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $1,089 |
| Room and Board | $7,844 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,000 |
| Total One Year Cost | $24,254 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
$37,400 per year
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
42% within 6 years
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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