Is University of South Dakota worth it?
University of South Dakota is a public, four-year institution in Vermillion, South Dakota (small town). It awarded 2,106 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in business administration and management, computer and information sciences and registered nursing.
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Federal context for University of South Dakota
Published by the federal government for federally aided students. It does not say which employers hire graduates.
Median earnings 1 year after
$49,835
Median earnings 4 years after
$62,334
Median earnings 10 years after
$51,926
Average net price
$19,858
Completion rate
60%
Completions (2024)
2,106
Years to pay back
1.3 years
Students (undergrad)
5,439
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Bachelor's | $71,758 | $73,025 | 343 |
| Communication and Media Studies | Bachelor's | $35,792 | $52,100 | 89 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Bachelor's | $43,790 | $46,034 | 88 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General | Bachelor's | $44,109 | $61,518 | 88 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | Bachelor's | $42,543 | $50,270 | 82 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions | Doctoral | $69,059 | $70,000 | 80 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision | Master's | $64,308 | $72,032 | 77 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Master's | $76,293 | $109,366 | 70 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Bachelor's | $47,107 | $64,890 | 68 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | Bachelor's | $40,402 | $58,046 | 64 |
| Biology, General | Bachelor's | $30,167 | $58,099 | 56 |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions | Master's | $47,863 | $57,591 | 52 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Bachelor's | $61,265 | $68,556 | 51 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | $31,696 | $50,993 | 48 |
| Human Services, General | Master's | $74,147 | $86,703 | 44 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | Master's | 128 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Bachelor's | 126 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Master's | 104 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Bachelor's | 80 |
| Law | Doctoral professional practice | 75 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 73 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | 71 |
| Clinical/Medical Social Work | Master's | 64 |
| Medicine | Doctoral professional practice | 60 |
| Exercise Science and Kinesiology | Bachelor's | 59 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 37% | 11,903 |
| Educational Services | 21% | 6,754 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 7% | 2,271 |
| Public Administration | 6% | 1,985 |
| Finance and Insurance | 6% | 1,973 |
| Retail Trade | 6% | 1,771 |
| Manufacturing | 3% | 936 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 3% | 922 |
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completion rate
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completions
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completion rate
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completions
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Sources: federal figures for University of South Dakota. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for South Dakota. Counts under 10 are not published.
Updated September 18, 2026 · Methodology · Report a problem with this page