University of South Dakota
Vermillion, SD · Public
Test scores
Admitted students score between 1125 and 1315 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
ACT midpoint: 22
Popular programs at University of South Dakota
Bachelor’s degree programs ranked by Stairway Ranking — a composite letter grade comparing this school’s program against every other school’s in the same major nationally. Ties broken alphabetically.
| # | Program | Stairway Ranking | Graduates/yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | 163 | |
| 2 | Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | 100 | |
| 3 | Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. | 78 | |
| 4 | Business Administration, Management and Operations. | 75 | |
| 5 | Biology, General. | 69 | |
| 6 | Psychology, General. | 66 | |
| 7 | Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | 66 | |
| 8 | Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | 59 | |
| 9 | Communication and Media Studies. | 56 | |
| 10 | Accounting and Related Services. | 55 | |
| 11 | Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | 53 | |
| 12 | Finance and Financial Management Services. | 46 | |
| 13 | Criminal Justice and Corrections. | 40 | |
| 14 | Marketing. | 40 | |
| 15 | Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | 37 | |
| 16 | Political Science and Government. | 28 | |
| 17 | Special Education and Teaching. | 26 | |
| 18 | Health and Medical Administrative Services. | 19 | |
| 19 | Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | 18 | |
| 20 | Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | 16 |
Showing top 20 of 43 programs
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at University of South Dakota?
University of South Dakota has an acceptance rate of 99% according to the most recent U.S. Department of Education data.
What SAT score do I need for University of South Dakota?
Admitted students at University of South Dakota typically score between 1125 and 1315 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
How much does University of South Dakota cost?
The average net price (after grants and scholarships) at University of South Dakota is approximately $19,858 per year.
What is the graduation rate at University of South Dakota?
4-year graduation rate data for University of South Dakota is not currently published.
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Data: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard. Last updated 5/1/2026.