Black Hills State University at a glance
Total Students
1,935
Acceptance Rate
94.4%
Student-Faculty
17:1
In-State Tuition
$9,000
Discover your academic path
From liberal arts to specialized sciences, explore the programs that will shape your future and career.
Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies.
Communication and Media Studies.
Communication and Media Studies.
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication.
Curriculum and Instruction.
Special Education and Teaching.
Special Education and Teaching.
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas.
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas.
The financial picture
Understanding costs is crucial to making informed decisions. Here's what you need to know about investing in your education.
In-State Tuition
$9,000
Out-of-State Tuition
$12,100
Total Cost of Attendance
$21,343
Academic achievement and outcomes
Success metrics that matter. See how students perform and what they achieve during their time here.
Admission Rate
94.4%
Average SAT Score
1,050
Average ACT Score
21
4-Year Graduation Rate
38.6%
The student community
Every student brings their own story. Here's who you'll be learning alongside.
Gender Distribution
Men
33.7%
Women
66.3%
Racial Demographics
White
85.2%
Black
1.8%
Hispanic
4.6%
Asian
0.6%
American Indian/Alaska Native
4.5%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0.1%
Two or More Races
1.7%
Non-Resident Alien
1.6%
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