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What are your chances at Northern State University?

Aberdeen, SD · Public · 1,273 students

93%admitted
93% acceptance rate

A likely admit for most qualified applicants.

Out of every 100 applicants, about 93 are admitted.

SAT range of admitted students980–1160
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What Northern State University actually costs — and what graduates earn

Published by the U.S. Department of Education. Real reported figures, not estimates.

Average net price
$15,812
per year, after grants · sticker $22,077
Median earnings
$47,618
10 years after entering
Graduation rate
48.9%
finish within six years
Median debt
$22,320
at graduation · about $237/month

What families actually paid, by income

Under $30,000$10,762
$30,000 – $48,000$12,087
$48,000 – $75,000$15,293
$75,000 – $110,000$18,372
Over $110,000$17,933

Average annual net price paid by students receiving federal aid. For your own family, Northern State University’s net price calculator is the authoritative figure.

About admissions at Northern State University

Northern State University accepts about 93% of applicants. Applicants with a reasonable profile have good odds, though a sharp application still improves your chances.

Admitted students typically score between 980 and 1160 on the SAT, or 18–24 on the ACT. Falling below that range doesn’t disqualify you — it means the rest of your application needs to carry more weight.

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Admissions data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Rates and score ranges reflect recent reported years and may change.