by our College Data Analytics TeamSee current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fees for South Dakota State University, together with how they compare nationally and their recent trend.
Most-recent in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at South Dakota State University stood at $9,299 for the year. For out-of-state students the comparable figure was $12,809. That gap is the in-state discount at this school.
Of those figures, the required fees amounted to $1,526 in-state and $1,526 out-of-state; the balance is base tuition.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $7,773 | $11,283 |
| Fees | $1,526 | $1,526 |
| Total | $9,299 | $12,809 |
The figures above are for a single year of attendance and exclude room and board.
Keep in mind that many students qualify for financial aid and scholarships that bring down the real cost they pay. The totals here are the list price.
How much would South Dakota State University cost for part-time students? Visit the Cost Per Credit Hour page for the per-credit figures.
To put that price in context, here is how South Dakota State University costs compare against other schools. 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 |
Compared to colleges across the country, South Dakota State University is a relative bargain.
Note that financial aid can substantially change the real price, so compare net cost too. Visit the South Dakota State University Financial Aid page for specifics.
The table below shows how tuition at South Dakota State University has tracked across the last few reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $7,773 | $11,283 |
| Two Years Ago | $7,773 | $11,283 |
| One Year Ago | $7,773 | $11,283 |
| Most Recent Year | $7,773 | $11,283 |
This chart shows the way tuition at South Dakota State has trended over the reported years.
Tuition generally rises year after year at most schools, so a freshman should expect to pay more by senior year.
Get answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for additional detail.
Tuition is just the starting figure — grant aid and scholarships often reduce the actual price families pay.
For a closer look at aid at South Dakota State University, check out the South Dakota State University Financial Aid page.