University of Sioux Falls
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About University of Sioux Falls
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: American Baptist
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: No
Accreditation: regional
The University of Sioux Falls is a small private university located on an urban campus in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 1,276, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 82%. The university offers 49 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 61%, and a student-faculty ratio of 17:1. Tuition and fees for students are $20,340.
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot considered for admission, even if submitted (Test Blind)
High school transcriptNot considered for admission, even if submitted
High school rankNot considered for admission, even if submitted
Letter of recommendationNot considered for admission, even if submitted
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Not considered for admission, even if submitted (Test Blind)
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile19-25
SAT 25th-75th Percentile1060-1080
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
2k
Students enrolled
63%
Online student enrollment
17:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
79%
Unknown
1%
Black
5%
Hispanic
6%
Two or more races
6%
Non-U.S. Citizen
1%
Asian
1%
American Indian/Alaska Native
1%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
31% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
14
Total Online Enrollment
952
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.63% online, 37% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
78% On-campus
22% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
Associate43% online
Bachelor's14% online
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master's57% online
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $20,340 | $20,340 |
| Graduate | $7,335 | $7,335 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,000 |
| On-campus room and board | $8,960 |
| On-campus other expenses | $4,345 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $10,675 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $4,850 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $3,250 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $34,645 | $34,645 |
| Off-campus without family | $36,865 | $36,865 |
| Off-campus with family | $24,590 | $24,590 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
34%
State Grant Aid
18%
Institution Grant Aid
100%
Pell Grant
31%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$23k
Average student debtafter graduation
$39k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- All Track Combined
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Football
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 2 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 3 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 4 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 5 | Education. | |||
| 6 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 7 | Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics. | |||
| 8 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 9 | History. | |||
| 10 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 11 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 12 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 13 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 14 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 15 | Psychology. | |||
| 16 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 17 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 18 | Theology And Religious Vocations. | |||
| 19 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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