Brookings, South Dakota · Public · 9,198 undergrads
South Dakota State University admitted 98% of applicants for fall 2024 (7,166 of 7,287, federal IPEDS data). The middle half of enrolled first-years who sent SAT scores had 1060–1240.
The numbers
Applied
7,287
fall 2024
ACT, middle 50%
19–25
enrolled first-years
Accept their offer
34%
of admitted students enroll
Application fee
$20
waivers exist
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Can I get into South Dakota State University?
98% of applicants get in
Nearly everyone who applies gets in. The middle half of enrolled first-years who sent scores had 1060–1240 on the SAT.
Likely: even the low end of our estimate is 60% or more, and the college admits at least 25% of applicants. Target: our estimate is 30% or more. Reach: our estimate is under 30%, or the college admits under 15%. Long shot: our estimate is under 12%, or the college admits under 12%. Estimates use the college's admit rate and score range plus your grades and scores. They are not a promise.
7,287 applied, 7,166 admitted, fall 2024 (IPEDS).
Does South Dakota State University need the SAT or ACT?Not checked yet
Not sure yet
We haven't checked South Dakota State University's fall 2027 rule yet. South Dakota State University didn't require scores for fall 2024 (federal data). We haven't checked fall 2027 yet, so confirm on its site.
What is South Dakota State University's acceptance rate?
South Dakota State University admitted 98% of applicants for fall 2024 (7,166 of 7,287, federal IPEDS data).
What SAT score do you need for South Dakota State University?
The middle half of enrolled first-years who sent SAT scores had 1060–1240. A quarter of them scored higher and a quarter lower, so it's a typical range, not a cutoff (IPEDS, fall 2024).
Where these numbers come from
Admit rate and applicants: IPEDS, fall 2024 (checked Oct 31, 2026)
Cost, pay and debt: College Scorecard, 2024-25 (checked Oct 31, 2026)
