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Vermillion, South Dakota

University of South Dakota

Overview

Student Population
10,261
University of South Dakota overview
Location Vermillion, South Dakota
Online usd.edu
School Type Public 4 Year
University of South Dakota overview
Size Mid-size
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing Yes
Religious Affiliation Undergrad/Graduate

Located in Vermillion, South Dakota, University of South Dakota is a mid-size four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 3,865 prospective students applied, and 3,359 were granted admission.  Of those admitted 1,341 enrolled in the school.  6,198 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 4,063 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2017/2018, excluding room and board, is $7,191 plus fees of $1,581. USD is ranked 867 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2019 U.S. Colleges Ranking.

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Getting In

Admission Standards
Average 
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SAT 1090/1300
ACT 20/25
GPA 3.36
Applications Accepted
86.9% 
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Applications Due -
Applicant Competition Very Low
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Annual Cost to Attend

South Dakota Resident Tuition
$7,191
In State Costs for University of South Dakota
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,200
Other Fees$1,581
Room and Board $8,030
Budget for Other Expenses$4,272
Total One Year Cost$22,274
Out of State Tuition
$10,438
Out of State Costs for University of South Dakota
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,200
Other Fees$1,581
Room and Board $8,030
Budget for Other Expenses$4,272
Total One Year Cost$25,521
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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years
$48,200 per year
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
47% within 6 years
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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by University of South Dakota students
Subject Percent of Class
Health Professions 32%
Business 14%
Education 9%
Psychology 9%
Social Sciences 6%
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=219471 IPEDS survey data for University of South Dakota.

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