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TOP #1 COLLEGE

Western Dakota Technical College

Rapid City, SD

2-year

Western Dakota Tech opened in 1968 and is the only technical college that serves the western South Dakota region. Our programs represent some of the fastest-growing fields and industries. We believe every student has potential and the ability to find a path to success. That's why we offer programs in a variety of fields including Business and Computers, Construction and Manufacturing, Energy and Environmental Technologies, Health Sciences, Legal and Public Services, and Transportation Technologies. Our graduates en...

Acceptance rate 54%

Net price $13,934

TOP #2 COLLEGE

Dakota Wesleyan University

Mitchell, SD

4-year

Many universities claim to be "different." At Dakota Wesleyan University, our deeply rooted values of lifelong learning, leadership development, faith exploration and genuine service to others are the cornerstones of what makes us "different." Why DWU? Traditions embedded in our United Methodist values. Faculty who teach rigorously and care deeply. Students who exemplify synergism and develop lifelong friendships. Parents who entrust their children to the care of the college community. Faith leaders who embody conv...

Acceptance rate 75%

Net price $21,830

SAT range 1040 - 1260

TOP #3 COLLEGE

Mount Marty University

Yankton, SD

4-year

Mount Marty University is a small, Catholic liberal arts university in Southeast South Dakota. Based in Yankton, a historic city of 15,000 people, Mount Marty believes that the Benedictine values of awareness of God, community, hospitality, lifelong learning and service are fundamental to the daily lives of students, faculty and staff. Although our university has received many honors, the true measure of our achievements is the success of our students as they go forth to serve others in their communities and the wo...

Acceptance rate 68%

Net price $21,359

SAT range 810 - 1050

TOP #4 COLLEGE

Southeast Technical College

Sioux Falls, SD

2-year

Southeast Technical College is a small, 2-year, public teachers college/college of education. This coed college is located in a suburban setting and is primarily a commuter campus. It offers certificate and associate degrees.

Net price $15,186

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TOP #5 COLLEGE

Oglala Lakota College

Kyle, SD

4-year

Oglala Lakota College is a 4-year, public school. This coed college is located in a rural setting and is primarily a commuter campus. It offers certificate, associate, bachelor's, and master's degrees.

Net price $3,774

TOP #6 COLLEGE

Dakota State University

Madison, SD

4-year

Dakota State University (DSU) is located in Madison, S.D. Founded in 1881 as a teacher training institution or "normal" school, DSU now offers undergraduate, master's, and doctoral programs through its colleges of Arts and Sciences, Business and Information Systems, Computer and Cyber Sciences, and Education. DSU has a special focus on the development, application, implications, and impacts of computing, information technologies, and cyber security in all areas of human endeavor. DSU has received multiple Center of...

Acceptance rate 79%

Net price $17,572

SAT range 950 - 1260

TOP #7 COLLEGE

Avera Sacred Heart Hospital School Of Radiologic Technology

Yankton, SD

Career and Technical

Avera Sacred Heart Hospital School Of Radiologic Technology is a career and technical school. This college is located in a rural setting. It offers certificate degrees.

TOP #8 COLLEGE

Northern State University

Aberdeen, SD

4-year

Since 1901, Northern has been committed to academic and extracurricular excellence. Today, we offer nationally accredited academic programs in arts and sciences, business, fine arts and teacher education. With master's, bachelor's, associate, and pre-professional programs, you'll find the right fit that will prepare you for your dream career. We're known for our affordability - and for having the largest guaranteed scholarship in the Midwest. Also, with a 19 to 1 student-faculty ratio, you'll learn from professors ...

Acceptance rate 78%

Net price $16,821

SAT range 1020 - 1190

TOP #9 COLLEGE

South Dakota State University

Brookings, SD

4-year

South Dakota State University offers a rich academic experience in an environment of inclusion and access through inspired, student-centered education, creative activities and research, innovation and engagement that improve the quality of life in South Dakota, the region, the nation, and the world. SDState is the state's largest and most comprehensive university with more than 200 academic programs. Our students get a personal, practical education on a vibrant campus with faculty that are engaged - not only in the...

Acceptance rate 86%

Net price $17,859

SAT range 1090 - 1340

TOP #10 COLLEGE

Augustana University

Sioux Falls, SD

4-year

Founded in 1860, Augustana is a selective, comprehensive university affiliated with the Lutheran Church. Augustana serves more than 2,000 students from 44 states and 48 countries. Most are part of our residential community and call our 100-acre campus home. Our graduate and continuing education programs serve students online and during times that are convenient for adult learners. Augustana offers more than 100 majors, minors and pre-professional specializations within a 4-1-4 academic calendar. Extensive internshi...

Acceptance rate 66%

Net price $26,795

SAT range 1100 - 1320

TOP #11 COLLEGE

Paul Mitchell The School Rapid City

Rapid City, SD

Less than 2-year

Paul Mitchell The School Rapid City is a less than 2-year, career and technical school. This college is located in an urban setting. It offers certificate degrees.

Net price $14,572

TOP #12 COLLEGE

South Dakota School of Mines and Technology

Rapid City, SD

4-year

The South Dakota School of Mines and Technology provides students to be leaders in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). Through hands-on experiences like design projects, co-ops and internships, students have the opportunity to apply classroom knowledge in real-world settings. These invaluable experiences pave the way for career placement in a chosen field and offers a significant return on educational investment. Join students from all across the U.S. and from over 40 different countries.

Acceptance rate 83%

Net price $19,257

SAT range 1155 - 1355

TOP #13 COLLEGE

Avera McKennan School Of Radiologic Technology

Sioux Falls, SD

Career and Technical

Avera McKennan School Of Radiologic Technology is a career and technical school. This college is located in an urban setting. It offers certificate degrees.

TOP #14 COLLEGE

Sisseton Wahpeton College

Sisseton, SD

2-year

Sisseton Wahpeton College is a small, 2-year, public teachers college/college of education. This coed college is located in a rural setting and is primarily a commuter campus. It offers certificate and associate degrees.

Net price $921

TOP #15 COLLEGE

Lake Area Technical College

Watertown, SD

2-year

Lake Area Technical College is a public two-year college located in Watertown, SD. The college was selected in 2017 as the #1 Two-Year College in the Nation by the Aspen Institute for Community College Excellence. The 40 acre campus is home to over 2600 full and part-time students enrolled in 31 different programs of study both on-campus and online. The college has an 77% retention rate and 99% placement rate for graduates. Lake Area Tech is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Learn more at www.lakeareate...

Net price $13,069