South Dakota State University

Brookings, SD · Public · Town campus · 9,198 students

South Dakota State University is a public town college in Brookings, SD, with about 9,198 students. Below are the key public figures — admissions, cost, and outcomes — from federal data. To see how well South Dakota State University fits you specifically, take the CampusMatch survey for a personalized fit score across six categories.

The numbers

98%

Admit rate

1060–1240

SAT (25–75)

19–25

ACT (25–75)

$24,636/yr

Cost of attendance

$55,070

Median earnings

62%

Graduation rate

84%

Retention

17:1

Student:faculty

98%

Employed in 1yr

Net cost by family income

Average yearly price after typical grant aid, by household income — federal (College Scorecard) data.

Under $30k$13,746/yr

$30–48k$14,535/yr

$48–75k$17,811/yr

$75–110k$19,546/yr

$110k+$19,975/yr

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Figures from U.S. federal data (College Scorecard, IPEDS). Not affiliated with or endorsed by South Dakota State University.