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South Dakota State University Cost

Net Price

Net Price
$21,421/ year
National
$15,523
Net Price Calculator
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Net Price by Household Income
  • <$30k
    $18,001/ year
  • $30-48k
    $18,961/ year
  • $49-75k
    $21,807/ year
  • $76-110k
    $22,978/ year
  • $110k+
    $23,035/ year

Net price is the average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.

Sticker Price

In-State Tuition
$8,441/ year
Out-of-State Tuition
$11,689/ year
Average Housing Cost
$3,709/ year
Average Meal Plan Cost
$4,064/ year
Books & Supplies
$1,500/ year
Tuition Guarantee Plan
No
Tuition Payment Plan
Yes
Prepaid Tuition Plan
No

Loans

Students Taking Out Loans
65%
Average Loan Amount
$7,998/ year
National
$6,768
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Financial Aid

Any Financial Aid
90%
Average Total Aid Awarded
$4,069/ year
National
$7,535
Students Receiving Aid
  • Federal Grant Aid
    25%
  • State Grant Aid
    23%
  • Institution Grant Aid
    57%
  • Pell Grant
    25%
Average Aid Awarded
  • Federal Grant Aid
    $4,372
  • State Grant Aid
    $1,266
  • Institution Grant Aid
    $2,382
  • Pell Grant Amount
    $4,038
Poll
Which statement best describes your financial aid experience at this school?
Based on 125 responses
  • It went smoothly, and I received the financial aid I needed.
    42%
  • The process was a hassle, but I received the financial aid I needed.
    24%
  • It was an absolute headache, and it took multiple attempts to receive any aid.
    6%
  • It is an ongoing process that I am still dealing with.
    18%
  • I did not apply for financial aid.
    9%

Overall Value

Value
A-
Based on average net price, earnings potential, student and alumni reviews, and additional factors.
Poll
82%
of students feel like they are getting their money's worth out of their program.45 responses
Graduation Rate
53%
National
49%
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