by our College Data Analytics TeamSee current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fees for Black Hills State University, plus how they stack up against other schools and where they may be headed.
In the latest reported year, in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at Black Hills State University amounted to $8,764 for the year. Out-of-state undergraduates paid $11,866. That gap is the in-state discount at this school.
Of those figures, the required fees totaled $1,148 in-state and $1,148 out-of-state; what is left is base tuition.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $7,616 | $10,718 |
| Fees | $1,148 | $1,148 |
| Total | $8,764 | $11,866 |
These tuition and fee numbers are for one year of attendance and do not cover room and board.
Note that plenty of students are eligible for financial aid and scholarships that bring down the real cost they pay. The amounts above are before any aid.
How much would Black Hills State University charge if you go part time? See the Cost Per Credit Hour page for details.
For perspective, here is how Black Hills State University tuition and fees compare to other colleges. Each rating shows whether the school runs above or below that group’s average.
| Nationwide | In SD | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Average | Average |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Average | Expensive |
Measured against schools nationwide, Black Hills State University sits below the national average.
Keep in mind that sticker price is only part of the story — aid can change what you actually pay. See the Black Hills State University Financial Aid page to learn more.
Below is how tuition at Black Hills State University has shifted over recent reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $7,700 | $10,800 |
| Two Years Ago | $7,700 | $10,800 |
| One Year Ago | $7,700 | $10,800 |
| Most Recent Year | $7,616 | $10,718 |
This chart shows the way tuition at BHSU has tracked over the reported years.
From the prior year, out-of-state tuition declined relative to the prior year, which is unusual and may reflect a restated figure.
Most schools raise tuition gradually each year, so plan for the cost in later years to exceed today’s posted rate.
Browse answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for additional information.
Tuition is only the beginning of the cost story — financial aid can change the actual price a family pays substantially.
For more on the aid available at Black Hills State University, see the Black Hills State University Financial Aid page.