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University Of South Dakota

The University of South Dakota, founded in 1862, is the state’s flagship institution, and is designated as the only public liberal arts university in South Dakota. USD is also home to South Dakota’s only Law and Medical schools. USD also has 18 NCAA Division 1 sports, as well as many student organizations, fraternities, and sororities.

Website:

https://www.usd.edu/

Category:

Tier 2 research institution

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

52.76

ADMISSIONS & ORIENTATION

Military Friendly
Standard

100%

100%
Exceeds Standard

79.55

CULTURE & COMMITMENT

Military Friendly
Standard

100%

100%
Exceeds Standard

72.57

FINANCIAL AID & ASSISTANCE

Military Friendly
Standard

100%

100%
Exceeds Standard

52.94

GRADUATION & CAREER

Military Friendly
Standard

100%

100%
Exceeds Standard

33.33

MILITARY STUDENT SUPPORT & RETENTION

Military Friendly
Standard

100%

100%
Exceeds Standard

80.49

Why you should attend?

To make your transition from military to college life a smooth one, we have tailored some of our admissions, financial aid, and business office procedures to be sure that our staff is aware of the various unique concerns of military and Veterans students. With our full-time VA School Certifying Official in the Registrar's office to handle your benefits, and our Student Veterans Resource Center, you should find all that you need to begin a successful college experience.

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