Northern State University
Aberdeen, SD · Public · Bachelor's degrees · Town
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About Northern State University
Northern State University (NSU) is a public university in Aberdeen, South Dakota, United States. NSU is governed by the South Dakota Board of Regents and offers 45 bachelor's degrees, 53 minors, six associate degrees, 16 pre-professional programs, 23 certificates and 10 graduate degrees.
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93%
Acceptance
$15,812
Net price
1,273
Enrollment
49%
Grad rate
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Academics
Graduation & retention rates
Value
Earnings vs. cost of attendance
Career Outcomes
Graduate earnings after 10 years
Affordability
Average net price after aid
Selectivity
How hard it is to get in
Diversity
Racial & ethnic balance of students
Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).
Admissions
93%
Acceptance rate
1,089
SAT average
21
ACT midpoint
Bars show the middle 50% (25th–75th percentile) of admitted students.
Cost & Financial Aid
$15,812
Average net price
$8,845
In-state tuition
$11,947
Out-of-state tuition
$10,600
Room & board
$1,200
Books & supplies
$22,077
Total cost of attendance
12%
Students receiving Pell grants
22%
Students with federal loans
$22,320
Median student debt
Average net price by family income
Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.
Popular Majors
After Graduation
$47,618
Median earnings (10 yrs)
$41,536
Median earnings (6 yrs)
49%
Graduation rate
77%
Retention rate
79%
Earn more than a HS grad
$9,584
Instructional spend / student
Student Body
1,273
Total enrollment
18%
Part-time
21
Avg. age at entry
31%
First-generation
Gender balance
Race & ethnicity
Northern State University FAQ
Is Northern State University a public or private school?
Northern State University is a public institution located in Aberdeen, SD.
What is the acceptance rate at Northern State University?
Northern State University has an acceptance rate of 93%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
How much does Northern State University cost?
The average annual net price at Northern State University is $15,812 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $8,845 in-state and $11,947 out-of-state.
What is the graduation rate at Northern State University?
About 49% of students at Northern State University complete their degree, according to federal completion data.
How much do Northern State University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, Northern State University students earn a median of $47,618 per year.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Northern State University?
Admitted students at Northern State University have an average SAT score of 1,089 and an ACT midpoint of 21. Requirements vary, so check the school's admissions office for the latest.
How many students attend Northern State University?
Northern State University enrolls about 1,273 students.
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