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University of South Dakota
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  • VERMILLION, SD
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University of South Dakota
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    University of South Dakota Admissions

    What is the acceptance rate for USD?

    South Dakota admissions is not selective with an acceptance rate of 91%. Students that get into South Dakota have an average SAT score between 1000-1200 or an average ACT score of 20-25. The regular admissions application deadline for South Dakota is rolling.
    How to Apply
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    Admissions Statistics

    Acceptance Rate
    91%
    Early Decision Acceptance Rate
    Total Applicants
    3,392
    SAT Range
    1000-1200
    SAT Reading
    500-620
    SAT Math
    500-580
    Students Submitting SAT
    4%
    ACT Range
    20-25
    ACT English
    18-25
    ACT Math
    19-26
    ACT Writing
    10-12
    Students Submitting ACT
    91%

    Admissions Deadlines

    Application Deadline
    Rolling Admissions
    Early Decision Deadline
    Early Action Deadline
    Offers Early Decision
    Offers Early Action
    Application Fee
    $20
    Application Website
    usd.edu/admissions-and-aid/undergraduate-admissions/how-to-apply
    Accepts Common App
    Yes
    Accepts Coalition App
    No

    Admissions Requirements

    What Really Matters When Applying
    • High School GPA
      Considered but not required
    • High School Rank
      Considered but not required
    • High School Transcript
      Required
    • College Prep Courses
      Required
    • SAT/ACT
      Considered but not required
    • Recommendations
      Considered but not required
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