South Dakota State University
Administration LaneBrookings, SD 57007
(800) 952-3541
Quick Facts
Enrollment: 14939
Type: Public 4-year or above
Main Website: www.sdstate.edu/
Financial Aid: financial aid link
Annual Costs
Tuition and fees: $7,713.00
Total Cost In-State On-Campus: $25,011.00
Total Cost Out-State On-Campus: $27,783.00
Quick links: Admissions | Test Scoring | Financial Aid | Degrees | Majors | Scholarships
Test Scoring
| 25th Percentile* | 75th Percentile* | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Critical Reading | 430 | 560 |
| SAT Math | 460 | 610 |
| SAT Writing | ||
| ACT Composite | 20 | 26 |
| ACT English | 19 | 25 |
| ACT Math | 19 | 26 |
| ACT Writing |
*Click here for an explanation of 25th and 75th Percentile scoring.
Financial Aid
| Percentage of students receiving any financial aid | 92% |
| Percentage of students receiving Federal Grants | 31% |
| Average Federal Grant | $4,195.00 |
| State Aid | |
|---|---|
| Percentage of students receiving state aid | 20% |
| Average state aid | $1,005.00 |
| Institutional Aid | |
|---|---|
| Percentage of students receiving institutional aid | 54% |
| Average institutional aid | $2,111.00 |
| Student Loans | |
|---|---|
| Percentage of students receiving a student loan | 71% |
| Average student loan | $7,066.00 |
- Degrees
- POSTSECONDARY AWARD, CERTIFICATE, OR DIPLOMA (LESS THAN 1 ACADEMIC YEAR)
- ASSOCIATE'S DEGREE
- BACHELOR'S DEGREE
- POSTBACCALAUREATE CERTIFICATE
- MASTER'S DEGREE
- POST-MASTER'S CERTIFICATE
- DOCTOR’S DEGREE - RESEARCH/SCHOLARSHIP
- DOCTOR’S DEGREE - PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE
- ASSOCIATE'S DEGREE
- Majors
- Advertising
- Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology
- Agribusiness/Agricultural Business Operations
- Agricultural Communication/Journalism
- Agricultural Economics
- Agricultural Engineering
- Agricultural Mechanization
- Agricultural Public Services
- Agricultural Teacher Education
- Agriculture
- Agriculture, Agriculture Operations, and Related Sciences
- Agronomy and Crop Science
- American Indian/Native American Studies
- Animal Sciences
- Apparel and Textile Marketing Management
- Applied Horticulture/Horticulture Operations
- Architecture
- Art History, Criticism and Conservation
- Art Teacher Education
- Athletic Training/Trainer
- Aviation/Airway Management and Operations
- Biochemistry
- Biology/Biological Sciences
- Biotechnology
- Ceramic Arts and Ceramics
- Chemistry
- Civil Engineering
- Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
- College Student Counseling and Personnel Services
- Computational Mathematics
- Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer Software Engineering
- Construction Engineering Technology/Technician
- Consumer Economics
- Consumer Services and Advocacy
- Counseling Psychology
- Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
- Curriculum and Instruction
- Dairy Science
- Dietetics/Dietitian
- Digital Arts
- Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts
- Dramatic/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft
- Early Childhood Education and Teaching
- Economics
- Educational Leadership and Administration
- Electrical and Electronics Engineering
- Electrical, Electronic and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician
- Engineering
- Engineering Physics/Applied Physics
- Engineering/Industrial Management
- English Language and Literature
- Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
- Environmental Science
- Family and Community Services
- Family and Consumer Sciences/Home Economics Teacher Education
- Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences
- Family Practice Nurse/Nursing
- Family Resource Management Studies
- Fine/Studio Arts
- Flight Instructor
- Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies
- French Language and Literature
- General Merchandising, Sales, and Related Marketing Operations
- General Studies
- Geographic Information Science and Cartography
- Geography
- German Language and Literature
- Graphic Design
- Health and Physical Education/Fitness
- Health Communication
- Health Teacher Education
- History
- Hospitality Administration/Management
- Hotel/Motel Administration/Management
- Human Development and Family Studies
- Human Nutrition
- Interior Design
- International/Global Studies
- Journalism
- Landscaping and Groundskeeping
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
- Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician
- Mass Communication/Media Studies
- Mathematics
- Mechanical Engineering
- Mental Health Counseling/Counselor
- Microbiology
- Music
- Music Management
- Music Teacher Education
- Natural Resources Management and Policy
- Nursing Education
- Nursing Science
- Operations Management and Supervision
- Painting
- Parks, Recreation and Leisure Facilities Management
- Pharmaceutical Sciences
- Pharmacy
- Physics
- Political Science and Government
- Printmaking
- Psychology
- Public Health
- Range Science and Management
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
- Rhetoric and Composition
- Sculpture
- Sociology
- Spanish Language and Literature
- Speech Communication and Rhetoric
- Statistics
- Technical Teacher Education
- Visual and Performing Arts
- Wildlife, Fish and Wildlands Science and Management
- Work and Family Studies
- Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology
South Dakota State University Scholarships
Alvin & Eloys Bjorklund Memorial Scholarship
Annual award for undergraduate student attending South Dakota State University in Brookings, South Dakota, majoring in Wildlife and Fisheries. Preference given to females interested in Conservation Officer work. Award amount varies. more...
Lawrence B. Embry Student Research Assistant Scholarship Program
Scholarship for undergraduate students attending South Dakota State University, majoring in Animal and Range Sciences, double majors included. Applicants should describe experiences they have had with various species of livestock, as well as indicate their career interest. Award will assist a student with research costs. Number of awards and award amount varies. more...
Calvin & Loretta Severson Memorial Scholarship
Annual award for undergraduate junior attending South Dakota State University in Brookings, South Dakota, majoring in Civil or Environmental Engineering. Award amount varies. more...
James F. & May McCarville Memorial Scholarship in Beef Production
Scholarship for undergraduate juniors attending South Dakota State University, majoring in Animal and Range Sciences, double majors included. Applicants should describe experiences they have had with various species of livestock, as well as indicate their career interest. Number of awards and award amount varies. more...
Marvin Larson Scholarship
Scholarship for undergraduate students attending South Dakota State University in Brookings, South Dakota, majoring in Agriculture and Biosystems Engineering. Due date, number of awards and award amount varies. more...
South Dakota Scholarships
Edwin Eshier Memorial Scholarship
Scholarship for full-time undergraduate students enrolled at the South Dakota School of Mines & Technology who are majoring in Mining Engineering. Students must be in good academic standing to be considered for this award. Due date, number of awards, and award amount may vary. Nonrenewable. more...
Leroy Herther Scholarship
Annual award for undergraduate junior or senior attending South Dakota State University in Brookings, South Dakota, enrolled in the College of Engineering. more...
Davisco Foods International, Inc. Scholarship
Annual award for an undergraduate student attending South Dakota State University in Brookings, South Dakota, majoring in Dairy Science. more...
Merle Delos Jones Memorial Scholarship
Scholarship for full-time undergraduate or graduate students enrolled at the South Dakota School of Mines & Technology who are majoring in Engineering. Students must have financial need. Preference given to residents of southeastern South Dakota. Due date, number of awards, and award amount may vary. Nonrenewable. more...
Muchow Family Scholarship
Scholarship for undergraduate students attending South Dakota State University, majoring in Agriculture or Biological Sciences. Preference given to students active in 4-H clubs/activities. Due date, number of awards and award amount varies. more...
Dacotah Cement Undergraduate Scholarships in Civil Engineering
Scholarship for residents of South Dakota who are full-time seniors enrolled at the South Dakota School of Mines & Technology and are majoring in Civil Engineering. Selection based on scholastic achievement, extracurricular activies, and applicants interest in concrete structures and pavements. Due date, number of awards, and award amount may vary. Nonrenewable. more...
Barrick Scholarship
Scholarship for full-time undergraduate students enrolled at the South Dakota School of Mines & Technology who are majoring in Mining Engineering. Students must be in good academic standing to be considered for this award. Due date, number of awards, and award amount may vary. Nonrenewable. more...
SD Dairy Fieldmen's Association Scholarship
Annual award for an undergraduate student attending South Dakota State University in Brookings, South Dakota, majoring in Dairy Science. more...
Dave & Lori Litzen Scholarship
Scholarship for full-time juniors and seniors enrolled at the South Dakota School of Mines & Technology who participate in football or women's basketball. Students must be in good academic standing to be considered for this award. Due date, number of awards, and award amount may vary. Nonrenewable. more...
James C. Stiegelmeyer Memorial Scholarship
Scholarship for full-time undergraduate students enrolled at the South Dakota School of Mines & Technology who are majoring in Civil Engineering. Students must be in good academic standing to be considered for this award. Preference given to students who are involved in the American Society of Civil Engineers. Due date, number of awards, and award amount may vary. Nonrenewable. more...