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South Dakota State University

Brookings, SD·Public·~98% acceptance

South Dakota State University is a public university based in Brookings, SD. It has fairly open admissions, accepting about 98% of applicants. The average net price after aid is about $19,841 per year. About 61% of students graduate, and alumni earn a median of about $55,070 ten years after enrolling.

Average cost
$19,841/yr avg net price after aid
Full cost $24,636
Aid cuts ~$4,795/yr on average

Average across all aided students (U.S. College Scorecard). Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take the free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.

Deadlines
ED
EA
RD
Sep 4

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Admissions
GPA range3.19–3.69
SAT (middle 50%)1060–1240
ACT (middle 50%)19–25
Test policyTest optional
Programs
Computer Science
Data Science / Statistics
Information Systems / IT
Mathematics
Physics
Chemistry
Biology
Environmental Science
Outcomes
61%
graduation rate
84%
freshman retention
$49,564
median earnings, 6yr
$55,070
median earnings, 10yr
Frequently asked questions
What is South Dakota State University's acceptance rate?
South Dakota State University admits about 98% of applicants.
How much does South Dakota State University cost?
At South Dakota State University, the average net price after aid is about $19,841 per year, and the full cost of attendance is about $24,636 per year before aid. Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take Blueprint's free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for South Dakota State University?
The middle 50% of admitted students score 1060–1240 on the SAT and 19–25 on the ACT.
What are South Dakota State University's application deadlines?
South Dakota State University's deadline is Regular Decision around Sep 4. Always confirm exact dates on the school's official site.

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