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University of South Dakota

About University of South Dakota

The Institution of South Dakota (USD) is a public, coed research university in South Dakota. It was established in 1862 by the Dakota Territory government. It is known as South Dakota's Flagship University and is also the state's oldest public university. It is currently one of the six public universities overseen by the South Dakota Board of Regents.

The North Central Association of Colleges and Schools has continually accredited the university since 1913. The University of South Dakota was named one of the greatest "National Universities." in America by U.S. News & World Report in 2018. University climbed ten places to #239, securing the #118 slot in Top Public Schools and, of course, remaining the most affordable Flagship University in the United States.

The University of South Dakota is located on a beautiful 274-acre campus near the Missouri River. The main academic structure on the university's campus is Old Main, which is one of the schools' icons. The institution's site also features an Oscar Howe Museum and the University Honors Program, in addition to various classrooms. A wellness centre at the institution features workout equipment, basketball, racquetball, and volleyball courts, as well as a three-lane walking track. The Dakota Dome serves as a student recreational centre as well as a venue for the university's football, swimming, softball, and basketball teams.

The institution houses the state's sole medical and law schools. It comprises 7 schools and colleges, which offer 202 undergraduate and 78 graduate programmes as of 2019. School of Law, College of Arts and Sciences, College of Fine Arts, School of Education, Beacom School of Business, School of Health Sciences, and School of Medicine are among the programmes offered. The institution had a total of 9,920 students registered for the 2019 Fall semester, with 7,475 in undergraduate programmes and 2,445 in graduate programmes. There are over 120 groups and clubs on campus that provide students with an enriched academic experience.

University of South Dakota Rankings

  • #801-1000 University Ranking - THE (Times Higher Education) 2021
  • #1329 Global Universities - US News & World Report 2021
  • #249 National University Ranking - US News & World Report 2021

University of South Dakota Departments

  • Graduate School
    • Room 303, 414 East Clark Street, VERMILLION, South Dakota, United States, 57069.
  • Beacom School of Business
    • 414 E. Clark St., VERMILLION, South Dakota, United States, 57069.
  • College of Fine Arts
    • Warren M Lee Center for Fine Arts, 414 E Clark St, VERMILLION, South Dakota, United States, 57069.
  • School of Law
    • 414 East Clark Street, VERMILLION, South Dakota, United States, 57069.
  • Sanford School of Medicine
    • 1400 W. 22nd St., SIOUX FALLS, South Dakota, United States, 57105.
  • The University of South Dakota
    • 414 East Clark Street, VERMILLION, South Dakota, United States, 57069.
  • School of Education
    • Delzell Education Center, 414 E Clark St, VERMILLION, South Dakota, United States, 57069.
  • College of Arts and Sciences
    • Room 110, 414 E Clark St, VERMILLION, South Dakota, United States, 57069.
  • School of Health Sciences
    • Lee Medical Building Room 302, 414 East Clark Street, VERMILLION, South Dakota, United States, 57069.

University of South Dakota Tuition Fees

Courses Duration Tuition Fees
Engineering (1 Courses) 24 month EUR 509
Science (7 Courses) 24 month EUR 526 - EUR 11600
Arts (5 Courses) 24 month EUR 509 - EUR 526

University of South Dakota International Admission

Both international and domestic students go through the same admissions process at the University of South Dakota. Special consideration is given to those who have submitted all of the needed documentation to the University before the deadline. The documentation that international students must furnish are listed below.

Admission Requirements:

  • Application form
  • Application fee
  • Official High School transcript
  • Scores of Tests to Study in the USA
  • English Language Proficiency test score
  • Valid Passport
  • Official statement of Finances

ELP Language Requirements

Students applying to the University of South Dakota must be able to communicate in English. Applicants must meet at least one of the following criteria:

Test Undergraduate Graduate
TOEFL IBT 71 79
IELTS 6.0 6.0
PTE - 53
Duolingo English Test 100 105
TOEFL CBT 530

University of South Dakota Highlights

College Type Public Research university
Foundation 1862
Annual Endowment $264.1 million
Location Vermillion, South Dakota, USA
Campus Setting Rural
Enrollment 9920 UG: 7103 Graduate: 2356
Acceptance Rate 86.4%
Mode of Program Full-time, Online
Admission Intake Fall and Spring
Academic Pattern Semester-based
Financial Aid Scholarships, Financial Aids and Bursaries
Helpdesk Tel: 1-877-269-6837 Email: admissions@usd.edu

University of South Dakota Cost and Expenses

The following table shows the estimated undergraduate cost of attendance for the 2019-2020 academic year, which includes a variety of expenses:

Expense Type Estimated Cost
Tuition & Fees 12,807 USD
Housing 4,280 USD
Meals 3751 USD
Books, supplies and insurance 2000 USD
Total 22,838 USD

Know more about Studying in USA

Tuition Fees in USA (1st Year Average) BE/Btech: USD 28300 | MS: USD 22693 | BBA: USD 26616 | MBA: USD 29558 | BSc: USD 29418 | MA: USD 20452 | MIS: USD 22133 | MFin: USD 37683 | MEng: USD 29558 | MIM: USD 35301 | MEM: USD 23254 | MArch: USD 34741 | MFA: USD 28857 | BHM: USD 27176
Average Accomodation & Food Costs in USA USD 700 to 1000 Per Month
Entrance Exams in USA TOEFL: 86 | IELTS: 6.5 | PTE: 60 | GRE: 309 | GMAT: 560 | SAT: 1177
Work and Study in USA Permitted for 20 hours/week with a valid study permit. Know More
Post Study Work Permit in USA One to Two Years after graduation depending on the course.
Cost of Student Visa in USA USD 160
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Economy in USA GDP Growth of 2.1% (Q4 2019), The Larges Economy of the World by Nominal

University of South Dakota Average Tuition Fee Per Year

Undergraduate

$ 12,807

Postgraduate

$ 14,280

Costs per year

Overall cost of living

$ 9,231

Campus accommodation

$ 4,280

Please note that fees will vary. Always check the exact cost of the program and bear in mind likely additional expenses.