South Dakota State University (SDSU), Brookings, South Dakota

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1015 Campanile Avenue
Estd. 1881

Updated on - Mar 07th, 2022 | 04:57 PM By Venushree Agarwal

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South Dakota State University (SDSU) is a public research university. It is the state's largest and most comprehensive and the oldest continually operating university. The university is governed by the state's six public universities and two individual schools that are under the South Dakota Board of Regents & offer undergraduate, graduate, PhD, and professional programs.

When was South Dakota State University Established?

South Dakota State University (SDSU) was established in 1881.

Where is South Dakota State University?

Spread over 387 acres South Dakota State University (SDSU) is in Brookings, South Dakota, USA.

South Dakota State University Highlights

SDSU ranked No. 5 in best value colleges of international students ranking. Through a variety of academic programs, scholarships, student services, and initiatives, South Dakota State University seek to create a welcoming and supportive campus environment for American Indian students. Some of the highlights are:

Type of University Public
Campus Setting Rural
Faculty Member Ratio 17:1
Students Enrolled 11405
Acceptance Rate 90%
Graduation Rate 52.6%
Academic Calendar Semester Based
Test Scores Accepted SAT, ACT

South Dakota State University Accreditation

South Dakota State University (SDSU) has been accredited by the Higher Learning Commission

Education at South Dakota State University

SDSU offers over 200 programs and 200 unique student organizations that contain 82 majors, 35 specializations, 94 minors, 36 master’s degree programs, 15 Ph.D. programs, and two professional doctorates.

Why Choose South Dakota State University?

SDSU is the state’s largest university, with an enrollment of 11,000+ students in fall 2019 coming from around 83 countries. With a decent student-to-faculty ratio, SDSU aims to provide a quality teaching experience to each of its students. Listed below are a few reasons to choose:

  • 180+ areas of study in undergraduate programs. Popular majors include nursing, animal sciences, and husbandry, liberal arts, humanities, and engineering.
  • The Wokini Initiative is SDSU’s collaborative and holistic framework to support American Indian student success and indigenous nation-building. 
  • The AISC is committed to providing a welcome home-place to support those who have courageously chosen to walk the path of higher education.

Faculties and Department at South Dakota State University

SDSU has 53 graduate programs that are offered in their seven academic colleges. SDSU also offers online courses and has strict COVID 19 protocols. Department at SDSU are as follows:

Agriculture Humanities
Education Natural Science
Nursing Pharmacy
Engineering Psychology

Financial Aids and Scholarship at South Dakota State University

Scholarship and financial aids for international students especially Indian students are available at SDSU. A special department and associations themselves are working in SDSU. Some of the scholarship offered is as follows:

  • Freshman Wokini Scholarship, Selected Wokini scholars will be awarded an annual $5,000 scholarship that can be renewed for an additional four years.
  • External scholarships for Students of SDSU from the society of Aga Khan Foundation
  • American Indian/Alaskan native SDSU scholarship
  • The Jackrabbit Guarantee scholarship of 1000-4000 USD
  • Aga Khan Foundation
  • WU Scholars
  • International Scholarships

Student Services at South Dakota State University

SDSU offers a rich academic experience in an environment of inclusion and access through inspired, student-centered education, creative activities and research, innovation, and engagement that improve the quality of life. 

  • Career development and diversity
  • Dining and housing
  • Fine and Arts performing
  • Safety and security
  • Students association and affairs

University Stats

Student Population at South Dakota State University

With students coming from 49 states and more than 70 countries South Dakota State University reports having a total of 810 international students on campus, 402 of whom are undergraduates. This is out of a total of 12,104 students, 10,544 of whom are undergraduates. South Dakota State suggests that international students make up about 6.7% of the student body.

South Dakota State University Rankings

South Dakota State University's ranking in the 2021 edition of best colleges is mentioned below. The college bagged many ranks and accreditation in the field of academics, sports, infrastructure, etc.

  • #284 in national universities
  • #340 in Top Performers on Social Mobility
  • #144 in Top Public Schools

Student-Faculty Ratio

17:1

Male-Female Ratio

47:53

International Students

6,258

Total Enrolment

12,516


Admission Details

How can I get into South Dakota State University?

The admission in-take is twice a year in fall and spring. International students who are freon non-English speaking countries need to provide the English proficiency scores of TOEFL/ IELTS to the university and supposed to submit some additional documents like:- 

  • Official evaluated transcripts
  • Financial proof
  • English language proficiency proof- TOEFL/ IELTS
  • Financial affidavit
  • Recommendations
  • Immunization records
  • SEVIS fee receipt
  • Form I-20
  • Admission letter
  • Copy of valid passport
  • Two passport size photographs
  • Visa application fee

Acceptance Rate

Minimum Score
TOEFL Requirements

Min. 71


Minimum Score
IELTS Requirements

Min. 5.5


Application Website


Accepts Direct Application

yes


Accepts Common Application

No


Total Applications

-


Average Tuition Fees

It varies the tuition fees for the students at South Dakota State University according to their course and program. There is an estimation of the fee according to academic programs, for the undergraduate programs, the fee must be $256.55 per credit hour for residents and $372.40 per credit hours for no-residents. For the graduate programs, the fee must be $336.80 per credit hour for residents and $647.55 per credit hour for non-residents.

Degree Type Tuition Fees
Diploma -
Undergraduate $16,394
Post Graduate $12,060

Application Details

All applicants have to apply online for the admission through Common Application portal. After paying a non-refundable amount of USD 20 for undergraduate applicants and USD 35 for graduate applicants. After that, applicants can proceed to submit their required documents. The mode of payment must be VISA, Discover Card, or Mastercard.

Events Dates
Application Deadline
2022-11-01

Other Fees

What is the Annual Average Cost to attend South Dakota State University?

SDSU offers a rich academic experience in an environment of inclusion and access through inspired, student-centred education, creative activities and research, innovation, and engagement that improve the quality of life. If someone is planning for the abroad education and studies, they must know about the rest of the expenses rather than just tuition fees. Here is a list is given below:

Residence hall 1,987 USD
Meal plan 1,648 USD
Books 600 USD
Board 8,563 USD
Other Expenses 4,300 USD
Average Annual Tuition Fees
$16,394
Average Accommodation
$3,709
Application Fees
$20

Courses Fees

It offers over 200 program and 200 unique student organizations that contains 82 majors, 35 specializations, 94 minors, 36 master’s degree programs, 15 PhD programs, and two professional doctorates. SDSU also offers research programs. The Higher Learning Commission accredits SDSU. The hot-selling and top listed programs are given below with their annual cost and fees:

  • M.Sc Computer Science: $12,060
  • M.Sc. Data Sciences: $12,060
  • B.Sc. Computer Sciences: $16,394
  • Ph.D. Animal and Range Sciences: $12,060
  • PG Certificate Cilonica Nurse: $12,060
  • B.Sc Atheletic Training: $16,394
  • M.Sc. Nursing: $12,060

Master Courses:

Bachelor Courses:

Doctor Courses:

Master of Science [M.Sc]

Course Fees: $12060


Bachelor of Science [B.Sc]

Course Fees: $16394


Doctor of Philosophy [Ph.D]

Course Fees: $12060


Bachelor of Arts [B.A]

Course Fees: $16394


Master of Education [M.Ed]

Course Fees: $12060


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Contact Information

The South Dakota State University is located in Brookings, South Dakota. To connect with the university directly students can contact on the official number: 605-688-6776 and for any information and detail please visit the official website: https://www.sdstate.edu/. More information regarding South Dakota State University are mentioned below:

Brookings, South Dakota

Location

605-688-6776

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