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College costs in South Dakota

Last checked: 2026-10-26

This page lists the 1 pilot school in South Dakota that is covered in this pilot. The lowest published total cost among them is $24,744 at South Dakota State University, for one year, in state. The full list of 300 pilot schools is on the homepage, and selection for the pilot is explained on the methodology page.

South Dakota averages

FigureAverage
Total cost for one year, in state$24,744
Total cost for one year, out of state$28,254
Average net price for one year$18,233
Acceptance rate98.7%

Averages on this page are simple averages across the pilot schools in South Dakota that publish each figure. They describe the schools listed on this site, not every college in the state.

Schools in South Dakota ranked by total cost

SchoolCityTotal cost, in stateTotal cost, out of stateAverage net price
South Dakota State UniversityBrookings$24,744$28,254$18,233

Schools in South Dakota ranked by acceptance rate

SchoolAcceptance rate, fall 2023ApplicantsAdmitted
South Dakota State University98.7%5,8845,808

Frequently asked questions

How much does college cost in South Dakota?

Across the 1 pilot school in South Dakota that publishes a total cost, the simple average total cost for one year is $24,744 for in state students. Individual schools on this page range from $24,744 upward.

What is the cheapest pilot school in South Dakota on this site?

By published total cost for one year, the lowest is South Dakota State University at $24,744 for in state students. Average net price can change the order, because grant aid differs by school.

What is the average acceptance rate in South Dakota?

Across the 1 pilot school in South Dakota that publishes a rate, the simple average acceptance rate is 98.7% for fall 2023.

Are these every college in South Dakota?

No. This pilot covers 300 schools nationwide, chosen by measured search demand, selectivity, and enrollment, with at least one school in every state. The South Dakota page lists only the pilot schools in the state.

Sources: the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System and College Scorecard, United States Department of Education. See the methodology page for sources, years, and how averages are worked out.