South Dakota State University

South Dakota State University is a public four-year institution located in Brookings, SD. The university enrolls 13,616 students (IPEDS 2023) and holds a quality score of 57.67 out of 100. SDSU reports a 60% completion rate and an 83% retention rate (IPEDS 2023).

The university offers a broad range of applied and technical programs. Healthcare offerings include Registered Nursing at both the associate's and bachelor's levels, Respiratory Care Therapy as both a certificate and associate's program, and Athletic Training at the bachelor's level. Engineering and technology programs include Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology, Construction Engineering Technology, and Engineering/Industrial Management at both the associate's and bachelor's levels. SDSU also offers aviation programs, including Flight Instructor and Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology at the associate's level.

As South Dakota's largest university, SDSU serves students from across the state and region. The Brookings campus provides access to a range of applied disciplines that span healthcare, engineering technology, and aviation, making it a versatile choice for students pursuing technical and professional careers.