by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual set out to determine if USD is asking a fair price for the quality of education they provide. Keep reading for the detailed value report.
University of South Dakota is ranked #120 out of 2,223 for value nationwide.
Based on the type of quality education University of South Dakota provides, we expected it to be priced higher. We consider USD to be a great value, ranked #120 out of 2223 in College Factual's Best Colleges for the Money Ranking.
| School | Total Price | Value Grade |
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*Total price is determined by multiplying average annual cost by time to graduate.
On average, a bachelor's degree from USD will cost you about $100,543. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $23,220 and a typical 4.33 years to graduate.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Average Yearly Cost | $23,220 |
| Average Years to Graduate | 4.33 |
| Estimated Avg Total Cost of Degree | $100,543 |
Consider the average USD student takes 4.33 years to complete their degree. If you can complete your degree faster than that you will save money. This is just one way your USD degree may cost less than average.
The net price YOU pay may be very different than the typical net price.
Look at the table below to get a sense of how USD value for your educational dollar might vary.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with no Aid | $113,624 | #0 | F |
| All Students | $100,543 | #120 | A |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $89,835 | #1,139 | C |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with no Aid | $101,764 | # | F |
| All Students | $88,678 | # | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $77,975 | # | F |
Note: the Value Grade for in-state students is calculated by looking only at other schools in the state of South Dakota.
About 92% of USD students receive financial aid. Get more details on what USD financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by calculating average USD cost multiplied by time to graduate, and then compares that number to other schools of a similar quality ranking. If the school is priced fairly based on the educational quality it receives a fair ranking. If it is underpriced it receives a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.
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College Factual's Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.