Special Learning Opportunity
The following table compares the special learning opportunities between selected colleges including distance learning opportunities, ROTC program, Study abroad, and more special chances of learning. This statistics is based on the latest data from IPEDS, U.S. Department of Education for academic year 2024-2025.
| Name | Online Class | ROTC | Teacher Cert. | Study Abroad | Weekend/ Evening College | Campus Housing* | Meal Plan** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Hills State University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (826) | ✔ ($3,848) |
| Dakota State University | Under, Grad | Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (934) | ✔ ($3,142) |
| Northern State University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (851) | ✔ ($4,250) |
| Oglala Lakota College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ (35) | ✔ |
| Sinte Gleska University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
| University of South Dakota | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (2,128) | ✔ ($4,150) |
Student Services on Campus
The following table compares the on-campus students services and facilities between selected colleges including Student Counseling, Employment services for current students, Placement service for program completers, On-campus daycare facility, and library information.
| Name | Career Counseling | Employment Service | Placement Service | On Campus Daycare | Library Facilities |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Hills State University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Dakota State University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Northern State University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Oglala Lakota College | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| Sinte Gleska University | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | Own Library |
| University of South Dakota | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of selected colleges. Among 6 selected colleges, 4 schools are NAA members, 3 schools are NCAA members, and 1 school is a member of NAIA.
| Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Hills State University | NAA, NCAA | Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference | Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference | - | 6 athletic programs |
| Dakota State University | NAA, NAIA | North Star Athletic Association | North Star Athletic Association | North Star Athletic Association | 6 athletic programs |
| Northern State University | NAA, NCAA | Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference | Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference | Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference | 9 athletic programs |
| Oglala Lakota College | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| Sinte Gleska University | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| University of South Dakota | NAA, NCAA | Missouri Valley Conference | The Summit League | - | 9 athletic programs |
NAA: National Athletic Association
NCAA: National Collegiate Athletic Association
NAIA: National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics
Additional Characteristics
The following table compares and describes additional facts of selected colleges including religious affiliation, specialized schools, and medical degree offer, and other facts.
| Name | Religious Affiliation | Historical Black School | Tribal School | Has Hospital | Offer Medical Degree |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Hills State University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Dakota State University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Northern State University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Oglala Lakota College | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Sinte Gleska University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ |
| University of South Dakota | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
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*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs