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You Can Afford SDSU!
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| SDSU Education - An Affordable Investment
| When choosing which university to attend, it’s important to consider the quality of education you will receive and the cost of that education. SDSU is ranked by US News and World Report as one of the best universities in the nation. In addition, the Carnegie Foundation has ranked SDSU as the number one research institution in the state--evidence of the high quality education you will receive at SDSU.
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| New Undergraduates: 2008-09 Academic Year
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SD Resident |
Non-Resident & Child of Alumni |
MN Reciprocity |
| Tuition (per credit) |
$88.20 |
$132.20 |
$133 est |
| Tuition (16 credits per semester) |
$1,411 |
$2,115 |
$2,128 |
| General Activity Fee ($23.75/credit; 16 credits/semester) |
$380 |
$380 |
$380 |
| University Support Fee ($81.65/credit; 16 credits/semester) |
$1,306 |
$1,306 |
$1,306 |
| Books Estimate, per semester |
$420 |
$420 |
$420 |
| Residence Hall Rent Double occupancy, per semester. |
$1,225 |
$1,225 |
$1,225 |
| Average Meal Plan Per semester. |
$1,195 |
$1,195 |
$1,195 |
| Total Semester Cost |
$5,937 |
$6,641 |
$6,654 |
| TOTAL YEARLY COST |
$11,874 |
$13,282 |
$13,308 |
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| General Activity Fee
Supports student activities, health services, student union fees, and athletic and intramural programs.
University Support Fee
Covers instruction-related costs such as computer equipment, library materials, salary enhancement, and deferred maintenance.
Residence Hall Rent
Double occupancy. Internet access included. Computers must have a network card.
Average Meal Plan
Amount an average on-campus student spends per semester.
Parking Fees--To be determined
General parking:
Reserved parking space:
Self-Support Courses
Courses taken outside of the SDSU campus have different charges that apply. Click here to view the Self-Support rates at SDSU.
Cost of Attendance
The "cost of attendance" for determining financial aid eligibility includes allowances for books, supplies, room and board, travel, and personal expenses. Students who have childcare costs and/or other unusual expenses should contact the SDSU Financial Aid Office.
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| South Dakota Residency Requirements
| In order to establish residency for tuition purposes, you must live in South Dakota for 12 consecutive months immediately preceding the first scheduled day of classes of the semeseter.
Attendance at a college, university, or other institution of higher education does not count in determining the 12-month residency period.
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| Child of Alumni
| If your parent graduated from one of the six public universities in South Dakota you can receive a reduced tuition rate under the new Child of Alumni Program. Students pay the tuition rate listed above.
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| Iowa and Nebraska Residents
| All new Iowa and Nebraska students who attend SDSU or another South Dakota Board of Regents institution for the first time beginning Summer 2006 session or later are eligible for the non-resident tuition rate listed above.
Students who enrolled at SDSU from another South Dakota Board of Regents institution prior to Summer 2006 will pay the corresponding rate of tuition based on what term they first enrolled.
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| More Information
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Jackrabbit Guarantee
Academic Scholarships
Financial Aid
Residential Life
Dining Services
Survivors of Firefighters, Law Enforcement Officers and EMTs
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