National American University-Rapid City
National American University-Rapid City is a private for-profit university in Rapid City, South Dakota, enrolling about 764 students. Federal completion data covers about 29 program areas at this campus. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $37,325 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $16,065
- 2024 Average Net Price: $31,062 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 764 11.7% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 0.00%
National American University-Rapid City: what the data shows
Common questions about National American University-Rapid City, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is National American University-Rapid City?
National American University-Rapid City is located in Rapid City, SD (ZIP 57702).
NCES locale classification: Town.
Is National American University-Rapid City public or private?
National American University-Rapid City is a Private For-profit institution.
How much does National American University-Rapid City cost?
Published tuition: $16,065.
Average net price after aid: $31,062.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $31,062 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $64,260.
How big is National American University-Rapid City?
Total enrollment: 764 students.
About 12% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at National American University-Rapid City?
First-year retention: 33.3%.
What do graduates of National American University-Rapid City earn?
Median earnings: $29,641 six years after entry; $37,325 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $29,020.
57.06% of students receive Pell grants.
What is National American University-Rapid City known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Other/Unknown Programs (288 completions)
- CIP 520201 (108 completions)
- CIP 430301 (19 completions)
- CIP 490104 (18 completions)
- Health & Medical Administrative Services (17 completions)
- CIP 290202 (16 completions)
- Criminal Justice - Law Enforcement Administration (14 completions)
- CIP 510714 (11 completions)
- CIP 130407 (9 completions)
- CIP 522001 (9 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is National American University-Rapid City a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show median earnings $37,325 at 10 years; net price $31,062. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$16,065
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at National American University-Rapid City was $16,065.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$31,062
2024 Value
In 2024 National American University-Rapid City had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $31,062.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$124,248 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$31,062 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$64,260 4-Year Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for National American University-Rapid City.
Financial Aid by Income Level
57.06% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
53.59% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at National American University-Rapid City was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for National American University-Rapid City in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $12,567 | $12,567 | $18,343 |
| 2014 | $13,287 | $13,287 | $17,185 |
| 2015 | $13,647 | $13,647 | $17,546 |
| 2016 | $13,989 | $13,989 | $18,009 |
| 2017 | $15,000 | $15,000 | $15,428 |
| 2018 | $15,000 | $15,000 | $19,620 |
| 2019 | $15,000 | $15,000 | $16,918 |
| 2020 | $14,985 | $14,985 | $17,526 |
| 2021 | $15,660 | $15,660 | $15,938 |
| 2022 | $16,065 | $16,065 | $23,855 |
| 2023 | $16,065 | $16,065 | $22,086 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
11.7% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at National American University-Rapid City in 2024 is 764 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
33.3%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
0.00% 100% Completion Time
0.00% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 0.00% of students graduating from National American University-Rapid City completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for National American University-Rapid City.
Return on Investment
$29,020 Median Student Debt
$37,325 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
77.75% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
200.41% Return on Investment
7.8 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for National American University-Rapid City.
Top Programs by Completions
10 Programs Reporting Data
CIP 52.0201: 108 completions
CIP 43.0301: 19 completions
CIP 49.0104: 18 completions
Health & Medical Administrative Services: 17 completions
CIP 29.0202: 16 completions
Criminal Justice - Law Enforcement Administration: 14 completions
CIP 51.0714: 11 completions
CIP 13.0407: 9 completions
CIP 52.2001: 9 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 288 completions
Most popular programs at National American University-Rapid City.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for National American University-Rapid City graduates.
About
National American University-Rapid City is a private for-profit institution located in Rapid City, SD, offering 29 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 764 students. Approximately 57.06% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Private For-profit
Location
Rapid City, SD 57702
Region: Plains
Insights and Analysis
National American University-Rapid City provides educational opportunities for students seeking higher education. Prospective students should carefully evaluate all factors including costs, outcomes, and program offerings when making their enrollment decisions.
FAQ
How much does National American University-Rapid City cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $16,065 and average net price is $31,062 in the latest College Scorecard data.
What do graduates of National American University-Rapid City earn?
Median earnings are $29,641 six years after entry and $37,325 ten years after entry.
How much debt do National American University-Rapid City students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $29,020.
How big is National American University-Rapid City?
Total enrollment is about 764 students in the latest reporting year.
Is National American University-Rapid City public or private?
National American University-Rapid City is a private for-profit institution located in Rapid City, SD.
Is National American University-Rapid City an HBCU?
No. National American University-Rapid City is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is National American University-Rapid City a tribal college?
No. National American University-Rapid City is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is National American University-Rapid City a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, National American University-Rapid City does not meet that proxy (reported share 16.1%).
Is National American University-Rapid City religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for National American University-Rapid City in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.