by our College Data Analytics TeamIs what Black Hills State University charges for in-state and out-of-state tuition and fee reasonable when compared to nation, state and regional averages? Find out here. You can jump to any of the following sections in our BHSU cost report:
At Black Hills State University the average out-of-state tuition and fees for undergraduates was $12,018 in 2020-2021. In-state undergraduates received a discount for tuition and fees at the school and only had to pay $8,916 per year.
| Tuition | Fees | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State | $10,718 | $1,300 | $12,018 |
| In-State | $7,616 | $1,300 | $8,916 |
BHSU tuition and fees is for one year of attendance, not including room and board.
The numbers quoted on this page are all sticker price and don't include any financial aid or scholarships students may qualify for.
How much does Black Hills State University cost for part-time students?
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The national out-of-state average for tuition and fees is $19,933 a year. Black Hills State University out-of-state undergraduates, on the other hand, pay about $12,018 a year in tuition and fees, making the school relatively inexpensive.
Average in-state tuition and fees for schools across the country is $16,784 a year for undergraduate students. Undergraduates who hail from South Dakota pay an average of $8,916 a year to attend BHSU, making the school a bargain if you only consider tuition and fees alone.
The chart below shows how BHSU compares to other schools nationwide, in the region, and in the state.
| Nationwide | Plains States | South Dakota | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Average |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Inexpensive |
Note that a school may appear to be more expensive than another school when you look at tuition and fees alone, but it may actually be a better deal when you factor in financial aid packages. For more details on that, see: Black Hills State University Financial Aid.
Tuition and Fees for in-state Black Hills State University increased with an average annual rate of 1.07% over the past five years. This school year, in-state students can expect to pay $9,193 if the growth keeps up.
If the in-state BHSU tuition and fees growth rate stays consistent, two years of study could cost $18,484, and four years would cost $37,366.
During the same time period, tuition and fees for out-of-state students have increased by 0.95%. Out-of-state students will be charged approximately $12,331 in this academic year if the costs keep going up at the same rate.
This would result in a total cost of $24,780 for two years and $50,033 for four years.
The following chart shows projected upcoming tuition and fees for undergraduates at BHSU.
Unless your school has advertised price freezes, it is likely the cost of tuition and fees will go up every year. Make sure you factor this into your budget.
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