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Black Hills State University

Black Hills State University is a masters-level state university with 3,608 students. BHSU offers academic programs in business (AACSB), exercise science, natural sciences, social sciences, the arts, mass communication, health sciences and education. The university, founded in 1883, is located in Spearfish, S.D., which is recognized as one of the top 10 livable small town in the USA and has also been recognized nationally for outdoor recreational opportunities. A second location, BHSU-RC, was established in Rapid City, and a third location at Ellsworth AFB. BHSU, a member of NCAA Division II athletics, offers 14 sports and has champion rodeo teams.

Website:

https://www.bhsu.edu/

Category:

Small public

Military FriendlyⓇ Rating

We rate how Military Friendly an organization is within 6 different categories. Learn more about our methodology.

The rating below reflect the extent to which each organization exceeds the benchmark standards for Military Friendly.
ACADEMIC POLICIES & COMPLIANCE

Military Friendly
Standard

100%

100%
Exceeds Standard

53.54

ADMISSIONS & ORIENTATION

Military Friendly
Standard

100%

100%
Exceeds Standard

88.64

CULTURE & COMMITMENT

Military Friendly
Standard

100%

100%
Exceeds Standard

90.27

FINANCIAL AID & ASSISTANCE

Military Friendly
Standard

100%

100%
Exceeds Standard

58.82

GRADUATION & CAREER

Military Friendly
Standard

100%

100%
Exceeds Standard

100

MILITARY STUDENT SUPPORT & RETENTION

Military Friendly
Standard

100%

100%
Exceeds Standard

46.34

Why you should attend?

Black Hills State University offers reduced tuition of $250 per credit hour for all current and active military personnel. With the federal government tuition assistance of $250, the reduced rate covers the full cost of a military student's education. BHSU offers a variety of services to help military members' with their academic needs, as well as evening and online courses for flexible scheduling.

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