by our College Data Analytics TeamReview current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fees for University of South Dakota, plus how they stack up against other schools and where they may be headed.
For the most recent year on record, in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at University of South Dakota were $9,432 annually. Out-of-state undergraduates paid $12,942. That gap is the in-state discount at this school.
The fees portion of those totals came to $1,659 in-state and $1,659 out-of-state; what is left is base tuition.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $7,773 | $11,283 |
| Fees | $1,659 | $1,659 |
| Total | $9,432 | $12,942 |
This tuition and fees figure covers one year of academic instruction and do not include room and board.
Keep in mind that a number of students receive financial aid and scholarships that reduce the amount they actually pay. The figures here are the published sticker price.
How much does University of South Dakota charge if you go part time? Head to the Cost Per Credit Hour page for the breakdown.
For some context, here is how University of South Dakota tuition and fees stack up against other institutions. Ratings are based on how far the price sits from each group’s average.
| Nationwide | In SD | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Average | Average |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Average | Expensive |
Relative to the national field, University of South Dakota sits below the national average.
Bear in mind that aid packages often lower the real cost well below these published figures. Review the University of South Dakota Financial Aid page for more.
The table below shows how tuition at University of South Dakota has changed over recent 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 |
Below, the chart plots how tuition at USD has trended over the reported years.
At most colleges, tuition edges up a little each year, so the cost in your final year will likely top today’s number.
Get answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for additional detail.
Tuition is just the starting figure — scholarships and aid frequently cut what families actually pay.
For specifics on financial aid at University of South Dakota, see the University of South Dakota Financial Aid page.