Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
94.43%
SAT Average
1,050
ACT Range
18-23
Black Hills State University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 94.43%. This means approximately 944 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 1,935 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
94.43%
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 | $9,000 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $12,100 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $21,343 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $17,001 | State avg: $16,583. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 18.49% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 29.62% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Black Hills State University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$12,100
Room and board
$7,400
Books and supplies
$1,200
Other expenses
$4,500
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$21,343
Average net price
$17,001
Average aid coverage
20%
$4,342 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Black Hills State University pays approximately $17,001 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 Black Hills State University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to South Dakota and national averages.
Black Hills State University net price
$17,001
South Dakota average
$16,583
National average
$17,506
Black Hills State University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $12,100 and average net price at $17,001. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$12,100
Current net price
$17,001
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)
38.58%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$46,674
Undergraduates
1,935
10-Year Median Earnings - Black Hills State University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Black Hills State University graduates earn about 1.1x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Black Hills State University?
Undergraduates
1,935
Completion rate
38.58%
Below national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
18.49%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
29.62%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 18.49% of Black Hills State University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 29.62% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Black Hills 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 Black Hills State University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Black Hills 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
Black Hills State University is listed at 1200 University St, Spearfish, SD 57799-9500. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare Black Hills 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Hills State University | 94.43% | $12,100 | $17,001 | $46,674 |
| 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 Black Hills State University's acceptance rate?
Black Hills State University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 94.43%.
How much is Black Hills State University tuition?
Black Hills State University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $12,100.
What is Black Hills State University's average net price?
Black Hills State University's average net price in the local dataset is $17,001.
What is Black Hills State University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $46,674 for Black Hills State University.
Is Black Hills State University accredited?
Black Hills State University's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend Black Hills State University?
The local dataset lists 1,935 undergraduate students at Black Hills State University.
What percentage of Black Hills State University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Black Hills State University in the local dataset is 18.49%.
What is the federal loan rate at Black Hills State University?
The federal loan rate for Black Hills State University in the local dataset is 29.62%.
Where should I verify Black Hills State University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Black Hills State University or the latest official federal education data.