Real costs by state · South Dakota · public colleges, in-state prices
Across 6 South Dakota public colleges, families earning $75,000–$110,000 paid between $18,072 and $22,601 per year — the lowest at Black Hills State University. (Federal College Scorecard data, July 2026 refresh; in-state prices.)
| School | Sticker / yr | $75–110k families paid |
|---|---|---|
| Black Hills State University | $21,277 | $18,072 |
| Northern State University | $22,077 | $18,372 |
| South Dakota State University | $24,636 | $20,706 |
| South Dakota School of Mines and Technology | $25,385 | $21,176 |
| University of South Dakota | $24,422 | $21,202 |
| Dakota State University | $25,753 | $22,601 |
"Paid" is the average net price reported to the U.S. Department of Education for aided in-state families at $75,000–$110,000 household income — planning data, not an offer. Out-of-state families typically pay more. Other income bands are on each school's page.
These are averages. Your family isn't average.
College Compass runs any of these schools against your student's real GPA, your income band, and your actual high school — admit odds with the math shown, merit likelihood, and the season's deadlines. First three schools free.