- Augustana University – Sioux Falls
Private Lutheran university offering undergraduate and graduate degrees in liberal arts, sciences, and professional fields.
- Black Hills State University – Spearfish
Public university with programs in arts, sciences, business, education, and American Indian Studies.
- Dakota State University – Madison
Public university specializing in computer science, cybersecurity, and technology, along with arts and sciences.
- Dakota Wesleyan University – Mitchell
Private Methodist-affiliated university known for programs in nursing, education, business, and the arts.
- Mount Marty University – Yankton
Private Catholic Benedictine university offering undergraduate and graduate degrees in health sciences, education, and liberal arts.
- National American University – Rapid City (online and multiple locations)
Private, primarily online university offering associate, bachelor’s, and master’s degrees in business, healthcare, and IT.
- Northern State University – Aberdeen
Public university with strong programs in education, business, arts, and sciences.
- Oglala Lakota College – Kyle (Pine Ridge Reservation)
Tribal college offering associate, bachelor’s, and master’s degrees, with a focus on Lakota culture and community.
- Presentation College – Aberdeen
Private Catholic college known for health sciences, nursing, and liberal arts. (Note: Ceased enrolling new students as of 2023; check site for updates.)
- Sinte Gleska University – Mission (Rosebud Reservation)
Tribal university offering degrees in education, human services, Lakota studies, and more.
- South Dakota School of Mines and Technology – Rapid City
Public university specializing in engineering, science, and technology.
- South Dakota State University – Brookings
The state’s largest public university, offering a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs.
- University of Sioux Falls – Sioux Falls
Private Christian university with programs in business, education, nursing, and liberal arts.
- University of South Dakota – Vermillion
The state’s flagship public university, home to the state’s only law and medical schools.
- Western Dakota Technical College – Rapid City
Public technical college offering associate degrees and certificates in applied science, health, and technical fields.
- Lake Area Technical College – Watertown
Public technical college offering career-focused associate degrees and diplomas.
- Southeast Technical College – Sioux Falls
Public technical college with programs in health, business, technology, and skilled trades.
- Black Hills State University – Rapid City Campus – Rapid City
Extension campus for BHSU graduate and professional programs.
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