University of South Dakota

Savings Finder Profile Last Reviewed: 2026-08-19

Founded in 1862, the University of South Dakota is located on a 286-acre campus in Vermillion, a university-minded community nestled along the bluffs of the Missouri River in the southeast corner of South Dakota. Committed to excellence in education, research and service, the university is South Dakota's designated liberal arts institution. USD is home to South Dakota's only law and medical schools, college of fine arts and AACSB accredited Beacom School of Business and is annually recognized by national publications such as The Princeton Review and U.S. News & World Report for its academic excellence, affordability and value. One of the many South Dakota Board of Regents Centers of Excellence is located at the university. The University of South Dakota offers a broad curriculum in liberal arts and professional programs in seven schools and colleges. More than 132 majors are available along with 62 graduate and professional programs.

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WUE Contact Info

  877-209-0837

  admissions@usd.edu

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Tuition

  • Through WUE You'd Save: $0
  • WUE: $11,610
  • Resident: $7,998
  • Nonresident: $11,610

NOTE: Estimated tuition rates and savings shown are per academic year and are from WICHE’s most recent Tuition & Fees Report for AY 2025-2026. Fees are additional.

IMPORTANT: Verify full estimated cost of attendance with the institution’s bursar, admissions, financial aid or graduate admissions (for WRGP) office. Tuition rates for more specialized undergraduate/graduate programs may be much higher than the tuition rate for standard programs. To receive the discounted tuition rate, program must be WUE- or WRGP-eligible. You must apply by the school’s deadlines and meet their academic eligibility and residency requirements.

WUE Admissions Info*

  • WUE Rate for Transfers: Yes, all majors
  • Majors Avail. Online at WUE Rate: Varies by major

*Requirements may vary by major

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