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99%
Open Admissions
59%
Graduation
About South Dakota State University
South Dakota State University is a public four-year institution located in Brookings, South Dakota. With an enrollment of approximately 8,798 undergraduate students, it is a mid-size institution. With an acceptance rate of 99%, the institution maintains an accessible admissions process. The graduation rate is 59%. Graduates earn a median salary of $55,070 within 10 years of enrollment. After financial aid, the average student pays a net price of $18,219 per year.
Key Statistics
Acceptance Rate
99%
Class of 2026 data
Graduation Rate
59%
Enrollment
8,798
Total students
Median Earnings
$55,070
10 yrs after entry
In-State Tuition
$9,299
Per year
Out-of-State Tuition
$12,809
Per year
Average Net Price
$18,219
After aid (avg)
SAT Range (M+R)
1050–1270
25th–75th percentile
Campus Location
Admissions
Admission Requirements
ACT Score Range
19 – 26
Test Score Ranges
SAT Score (Math + Reading)
25th
1050
Median
1130
75th
1270
4001600
SAT Math
25th
520
Median
560
75th
660
200800
ACT Composite
25th
19
Median
22
75th
26
136
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Cost & Financial Aid
Cost Comparison
Out-of-State Tuition$12,809/yr
In-State Tuition$9,299/yr
Avg Net Price (after aid)$18,219/yr
What most students actually pay
Return on Investment
Below Avg4-Year Cost
$72,876
10-Year Earnings
$550,700
ROI Multiple
7.6×
Based on avg net price × 4 years vs. median earnings × 10 years after enrollment
Scholarships at South Dakota State University
Student Outcomes
59%
Graduation Rate
Within 6 years
$55k
Median Earnings
10 years after enrollment
8,798
Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
