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University of South Dakota
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University of South Dakota (USD) is a mid-sized public university in Vermillion, South Dakota. They advertise over 200 academic programs, with flexible pathways.
Affordability: USD has a relatively low total sticker price for out-of-state students ($27,367). They offer need- and merit-based aid. Average net price in 2020-21 was $18,974 (NCES).
Rankings:
Popular Majors (NCES):
Nursing
Health Services
Business
Elementary Education
Psychology
Exercise Science and Kinesiology
Admissions, enrollment, graduation rates (NCES):
6,987 undergraduates; 2,477 graduate students
87% acceptance rate
33% enrolled
60% graduation rate
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