University of South Dakota

University of South Dakota is the states flagship university. It offers world class academics and out-of-class opportunities. The university’s first academic unit, the College of Arts & Sciences, was established in 1883. Today, it is one of six public institutions governed by the South Dakota Board of Regents. South Dakota is committed to diversity and inclusiveness at every level of its community.

The University of South Dakota offers undergraduate, graduate and professional programs in fields of Nursing, Business, Health Sciences, Elementary Education, Kinesiology & Sport Science, BiologyMedical Biology, Criminal Justice, Psychology, Accounting and Media & Journalism. The Students can enrich their education with rich and meaningful learning experiences while developing the skills they need for the professional career. USD provides an extensive selection of high quality, nationally recognized and affordable graduate and professional programs in its eight different colleges and schools.

The University of South Dakota is located on an attractive 274-acre campus in Vermillion, a small community nestled along the bluffs above the Missouri River in the southeast corner of South Dakota. Vermillion serves as a safe, welcoming host for the university and recreational and cultural opportunities abound in town, the nearby countryside and in neighboring communities.