University of South Dakota

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We are USD - the state's flagship university: The big-time university with a small-college feel. We are memorable mentors and lifelong friends. We are world-class academics and out-of-class opportunities. We are innovative technology and long-standing tradition. We are your university. We are in South Dakota.
It has been called "elegant," "eye-catching," and "naturally beautiful" with a "striking combination of old and new structures." Most of all, it is called "home" by our students, faculty, and staff. Come and experience the beauty of USD for yourself.
The University of South Dakota offers undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs within the South Dakota System of Higher Education. As the oldest university in the state, the University of South Dakota serves as the flagship and the only public liberal arts university.
Our Vision is "To be the best small, public flagship university in the nation built upon a liberal arts foundation."
Enrich your USD education with rich and meaningful learning experiences while developing the skills you need for your professional career.
As South Dakota's flagship university, USD provides an extensive selection of high-quality, nationally-recognized, and affordable graduate and professional programs in our eight different colleges and schools. It would help if you had more tools to advance your career and the flexibility to integrate school into your already busy life. That is why we are committed to bringing our knowledge to you. USD Online and Off-Campus Education offer accredited, high-quality academic programs and courses with the flexibility, convenience, and affordability you desire.
Our tuition rates remain very competitive, offering the same price, whether you are out-of-state, an in-state resident or if you take classes Online or Off-campus.
All of our programs feature courses taught by the same faculty that teach on campus, allowing USD to maintain a challenging and rigorous curriculum focused on preparing you to move forward in your career. With online programs in Business, Healthcare, Education, and more, we are confident you will find the flexible and affordable program you are looking for.
If you are academically talented and highly motivated, USD's Honors Program is for you. The Honors Program provides you with a participatory, get-involved education that promotes the exchange of ideas and personal passion for future endeavors.
Even in your first or second year at USD, you can join research teams, earn mini-grants, present at national conferences, or conduct your research at sites around the world. Whatever your major, you will find research opportunities ranging from Latin American saxophone music to nanotechnology and from the use of lighting in theatre to the use of Facebook by potential employers.
Step out of the classroom and broaden your USD experience with international travel and multicultural learning. Study abroad or study tour programs are available in most majors and enable you to complement your USD class work by focusing on language, culture, history, international business, or other areas of specific interest to you.
Apply the concepts you learned in the classroom to real-world problems and community projects. You can enroll in service-learning courses, travel and serve on alternative break trips, participate in National Days of Service or volunteer your time with a local community agency.
Study abroad or study tour programs are available in most majors and enable you to complement your USD class work by focusing on language, culture, history, international business, or other areas of specific interest to you.
There is nothing quite like attending class on the beautiful USD campus. But with your job, family, and other responsibilities, it is not always possible to pursue your degree in Vermillion. Through our online and off-campus programs, we have moved some of our most popular programs closer to you while helping you move closer to your educational goal: A degree from the University of South Dakota.
We are South Dakota's first university and home to the state's only law and medical schools. We may be South Dakota's university, but you will graduate to make a difference wherever your career takes you. Student Life provides a complete student experience to each member of the Coyote community. Whether you are here to make a difference or to find out what you are made for, the services available at the University of South Dakota will help you along the way. Life at USD is rooted deeply in diversity and inclusiveness with values that help students develop a sense of purpose, tradition, and community. By getting involved, you learn the skills that empower you to succeed in today's global society.
Our dedication to ensuring that students and campus visitors with disabilities have full and equal access to all the programs and activities USD offers is by Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (1973) and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (2009). Accommodations are available to students with documented learning, physical or psychological disabilities. We are committed to providing services and support to ensure that students can access and participate in all activities, programs, and services at USD. Our services are available to students with qualifying and documented learning physical or psychological disabilities.

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