South Dakota State University

South Dakota State University is a medium-sized, four-year, primarily residential school, located in a remote small town (Brookings, South Dakota). It is a public school, located in the fantastic Plains area of the country. It is one of the land-grant schools. (Land-grant institutions are schools that have been designated by Congress to receive the benefits of the Morrill Acts of 1862 and 1890.)

Peggy Gordon Miller is the President of the school. You can find more information about South Dakota State University by visiting their website.

South Dakota State University has a closed admissions policy. This doesn't mean you won't be able to be admitted to the school, but that you should contact the admissions office for complete admissions information. In order to apply for admittance, you will need your high school GPA, your high school ranking (where you were in your class), your transcripts, and standardized test scores, such as those from an ACT or SAT. (Check with the admissions office to see which tests are acceptable.) If English is not your primary language, it is required that you take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) and submit the results with your admissions application.

Of those who applied to the school, 94% were admitted. There are currently 11,377 students enrolled in the South Dakota State University.

The school provides credit for life experiences, as well as academic and career counseling services for students. If it fits better with your needs, the school also offers some programs via distance learning.

The school has on-campus housing available for up to 3,642 students. On-campus housing costs average about $2,240 per year. You may also choose to participate in a meals program for an additional $2,789. (This could be a weekly, monthly, or term amount. Check with the school's admissions office for further information.)

The average tuition for out-of-state full-time undergraduates is approximately $7,569. If you are an in-state student, then the average tuition is approximately $2,382. Any tuition figures are exclusive of required fees, books, and supplies. The fees can vary, but books typically average about $936. It is estimated that the total cost for an in-state student is $14,167 per year and $15,358 per year for an out-of-state student. If you choose to live off-campus, then it is possible for costs to be higher.

Contact Information:
    South Dakota State University
    Box 2201, Adm 324
    Brookings, SD  57007

Other Information:
    Enrollment: 11,377
    Website: http://www3.sdstate.edu
    General Info: 605-688-4151
    Admissions: 605-688-4121
    Financial Aid: 605-688-4695

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