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.
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