by our College Data Analytics TeamWe’ve pulled together the essential facts you should know about graduate study in communication sciences at USD. It is offered at the Master’s level, with undergraduate study also available. At its best it places at #1 out of 1 schools (Master’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual rates USD among the top schools in the country for communication sciences, placing at #256 out of 322 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Communication Sciences Schools | 256 of 322 |
| Best Communication Sciences Schools in South Dakota | 1 of 1 |
| Best Communication Sciences Schools in the Plains States Region | 22 of 29 |
The following degree levels are offered in communication sciences at USD, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 22 |
| Master’s | 27 |
During the most recent reporting year, University of South Dakota awarded 27 master’s degrees in communication sciences.
USD is among the very best schools in the country for communication sciences at the master’s level. Specifically, it ranked #1 out of 1 schools by College Factual.
Average full-time graduate tuition and fees are listed in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $11,736 | $31,276 |
| Fees | $3,288 | $3,288 |
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Every one of the 27 students who graduated with a master’s degree in communication sciences from USD identified as women.
The largest share of communication sciences master’s degree graduates at USD were White. About 89% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of South Dakota with a master’s in communication sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 24 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 2 |
USD granted 27 master’s completions in communication sciences and disorders, general in the latest year of data — 100% to women and 0% to men. Most of these graduates identified as White (89%).
You can also study this field as an undergraduate at USD. The following undergraduate award levels are reported.
| Undergraduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degrees in Communication Sciences | 22 |