South Dakota State University vs University of South Dakota vs Dakota State University
This page compares South Dakota State University, University of South Dakota, and Dakota State University — three of the largest and best-known bachelor's-granting institutions in South Dakota. South Dakota State University has the largest enrollment (9,198). Ten years after enrollment, median earnings are highest at South Dakota State University ($55,070). Highlighted cells mark the most favorable value in each row.
Side-by-side metrics
Data from College Scorecard institution-level records. Lower is better for tuition, net price, and debt; higher is better for earnings, graduation, enrollment, and admission selectivity where shown.
| Metric | South Dakota State University | University of South Dakota | Dakota State University |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sector | Public | Public | Public |
| In-state tuition | $9,299 | $9,432 | $9,654 |
| Average net price | $19,841 | $19,858 | $21,057 |
| Median student debt | $23,250 | $23,592 | $23,500 |
| Enrollment | 9,198 | 5,439 | 2,071 |
| Graduation rate (150% time) | 62.4% | 59.9% | 51.3% |
| Earnings 6 years after entry | $49,564 | $46,290 | $46,146 |
| Earnings 10 years after entry | $55,070 | $51,926 | $50,970 |
| Admission rate | 98.3% | 98.8% | 88.0% |
| Average SAT score | 1,120 | 1,125 | 1,215 |