South Dakota State University vs University of South Dakota

Brookings, SD · Vermillion, SD · Source: IPEDS federal database

	South Dakota State University	University of South Dakota
Acceptance Rate	98.3%	98.8%
In-State Tuition	$9,299	$9,432
Out-of-State Tuition	$12,809	$12,942
Average Net Price	$19,932	$19,133
Graduation Rate	62.0%	60.0%
Total Enrollment	12,056	10,619
Student-Faculty Ratio	17	16

GradFax Analysis

Both are competitive to get into. South Dakota State University accepts 98.3% of applicants; University of South Dakota accepts 98.8%. Tuition is close: $9,299 at South Dakota State University, $9,432 at University of South Dakota. Six-year graduation rates are close: 62% at South Dakota State University, 60% at University of South Dakota.

Bottom Line

Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.

Source: IPEDS: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System

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Common Questions

Which is harder to get into, South Dakota State University or University of South Dakota?▼

South Dakota State University. It accepts 98.3% of applicants, per IPEDS data.

Source: IPEDS

Is South Dakota State University or University of South Dakota more affordable?▼

University of South Dakota, on average. After aid, students pay $19,133/year versus $19,932/year. Your number depends on your aid package.

Source: IPEDS

Which has a better graduation rate?▼

South Dakota State University: 62% of students finish in 6 years. University of South Dakota is at 60%.

Source: IPEDS

Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.