Public Institution
South Dakota State University
South Dakota State University's campus is located in Brookings, offering a traditional college town experience. As a land-grant university, SDSU maintains a strong focus on agriculture, engineering, nursing, and pharmacy programs alongside its liberal arts offerings. The university's research focus provides opportunities for students interested in STEM fields.
Programs
35
Analyzed in dataset
Earnings
$46,959
Average graduate, 1 yr after
Outlook
55/100
Avg DegreeOutlook Score
Tuition
$9,299
In-state sticker price
Out-of-state: $12,809/yr
Financial Aid
The sticker price is rarely what families actually pay. South Dakota State University's grant and scholarship aid lowers the net price for most income brackets. 16% of students receive Pell Grants; 46% take federal loans.
Net Price by Family Income
Academic Year 2025| Income Bracket | Avg Net Price | 4-Year Net Cost |
|---|---|---|
| $0 – $30K | $12,517 | $50,068 |
| $30K – $48K | $14,297 | $57,188 |
| $48K – $75K | $17,811 | $71,244 |
| $75K – $110K | $19,424 | $77,696 |
| $110K+ | $20,048 | $80,192 |
| Sticker price (no aid) | $9,299 | $37,196 |
Net price = tuition + fees + room & board minus grants and scholarships, by reported family-income bracket. Source: IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey via College Scorecard.
Programs at South Dakota State University
35 degree programs ranked by DegreeOutlook Score. Click any program for AI scenario analysis and 10-year earnings projections.