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South Dakota State University vs University of South Dakota

Side by side on admissions, cost, and fit, from the same verified school records.

South Dakota State University University of South Dakota
Acceptance rate lower = more selective 98% 99%
SAT range (mid 50%) 1,060-1,240 1,125-1,315
ACT range (mid 50%) 19-25 19-25
Average net price what students actually pay after aid $19,841 $19,858
Sticker cost of attendance $24,636 $24,422
Graduation rate 62% 60%
Retention rate 84% 79%
Undergraduates 9,198 5,439
Student-faculty ratio 17:1 16:1
Setting Brookings, SD Vermillion, SD
Type Public Public
Application fee n/a $25
Test policy n/a Required for some

Highlighted values mark the stronger figure on cost and outcomes. Verified for the cycle.

Common questions

Is South Dakota State University or University of South Dakota harder to get into?

South Dakota State University is more selective, with a 98% acceptance rate versus 99% at University of South Dakota. Both should be treated as reaches unless your stats sit at or above the mid-50% range shown above.

Which is cheaper, South Dakota State University or University of South Dakota?

South Dakota State University has the lower average net price ($19,841 versus $19,858). Net price is what families actually pay after grants and scholarships, so it is a truer comparison than sticker price. Run each school's net price calculator for your own income.