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Colleges in South Dakota: Complete List & Stats (2024)
Last updated: 2024 BLS data · Page refreshed:
24 colleges and universities with tuition, admissions, and earnings data
2024 College Scorecard data · Updated 2026
24
Colleges
$13,072
Avg Tuition
82%
Avg Accept Rate
$44,852
Avg Earnings (10yr)
South Dakota is home to 24 colleges and universities, ranging from
13 public institutions to 11 private colleges.
Average in-state tuition is $13,072, with costs ranging from $2,684 to $40,160.
Graduates from South Dakota colleges earn a median of $44,852 ten years after enrollment.The average acceptance rate across South Dakota institutions is 82%.
There are 24 colleges and universities in South Dakota, including 13 public and 11 private institutions, according to 2024 College Scorecard data.
What is the average college tuition in South Dakota?
The average in-state tuition across South Dakota colleges is $13,072. Tuition ranges from $2,684 to $40,160 depending on the institution.
How much do South Dakota college graduates earn?
Graduates from South Dakota colleges earn an average median salary of $44,852 ten years after enrollment, based on 2024 College Scorecard data.
What is the average acceptance rate in South Dakota?
The average acceptance rate across South Dakota colleges is 82%. Rates vary widely from highly selective institutions to open-admission colleges.
Data Source & Methodology
College data is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard (2024 data). Includes tuition, admissions, graduation rates, and post-graduation earnings for federally funded institutions.
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