Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
92.79%
SAT Average
1,090
ACT Range
18-24
Northern State University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 92.79%. This means approximately 928 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 1,239 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
92.79%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $8,845 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $11,947 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $22,223 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $17,094 | State avg: $16,583. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 11.96% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 23.29% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Northern State University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$11,947
Room and board
$10,300
Books and supplies
$1,200
Other expenses
$3,000
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$22,223
Average net price
$17,094
Average aid coverage
23%
$5,129 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Northern State University pays approximately $17,094 per year after grants and aid. This is above the South Dakota average of $16,583 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Northern State University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to South Dakota and national averages.
Northern State University net price
$17,094
South Dakota average
$16,583
National average
$17,506
Northern State University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $11,947 and average net price at $17,094. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$11,947
Current net price
$17,094
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
52.24%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$47,618
Undergraduates
1,239
10-Year Median Earnings - Northern State University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Northern State University graduates earn about 1.1x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Northern State University?
Undergraduates
1,239
Completion rate
52.24%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
11.96%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
23.29%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 11.96% of Northern State University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 23.29% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Northern State University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Northern State University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Northern State University lists Higher Learning Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Northern State University is listed at 1200 S Jay St, Aberdeen, SD 57401-7198. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare Northern State University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern State University | 92.79% | $11,947 | $17,094 | $47,618 |
| South Dakota School of Mines and Technology | 85.25% | $14,800 | $20,380 | $72,257 |
| Augustana University | 59.25% | $39,190 | $24,723 | $59,217 |
| South Dakota State University | 98.71% | $12,809 | $18,219 | $55,070 |
| University of Sioux Falls | 82.08% | $20,740 | $20,874 | $54,521 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northern State University's acceptance rate?
Northern State University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 92.79%.
How much is Northern State University tuition?
Northern State University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $11,947.
What is Northern State University's average net price?
Northern State University's average net price in the local dataset is $17,094.
What is Northern State University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $47,618 for Northern State University.
Is Northern State University accredited?
Northern State University's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend Northern State University?
The local dataset lists 1,239 undergraduate students at Northern State University.
What percentage of Northern State University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Northern State University in the local dataset is 11.96%.
What is the federal loan rate at Northern State University?
The federal loan rate for Northern State University in the local dataset is 23.29%.
Where should I verify Northern State University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Northern State University or the latest official federal education data.