Registered Nursing at South Dakota State University
If you are interested in studying Registered Nursing, take a look at what South Dakota State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
South Dakota State University sits in Brookings, SD.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 354 registered nursing degrees were awarded at South Dakota State University.
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Online & Distance Learning at South Dakota State University
Many students take online classes at South Dakota State University. Of 12,056 students, 2,300 (19%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 4,028 (33%) took at least some classes online.
Registered Nursing Rankings at South Dakota State University
Use these rankings to compare South Dakota State University’s Registered Nursing program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | South Dakota | #1 of 10 |
| Best Value | South Dakota | #6 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #31 of 199 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #123 of 194 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #662 of 1,861 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1184 of 1,843 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | South Dakota | #1 of 10 |
| Best Value | South Dakota | #6 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #31 of 199 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #123 of 194 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #662 of 1,861 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1184 of 1,843 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | South Dakota | #1 of 10 |
| Best Value | South Dakota | #6 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #31 of 199 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #123 of 194 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #662 of 1,861 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1184 of 1,843 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Registered Nursing graduates at South Dakota State University, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Registered Nursing graduates at South Dakota State University are 87% women (309) and 13% men (45).
Registered Nursing Bachelor’s Program at South Dakota State University
Of the 315 bachelor’s registered nursing degrees awarded at South Dakota State University, 87% were women (274) and 13% were men (41).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Registered Nursing bachelor’s degree recipients at South Dakota State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 271 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 12 |
| Black / African American | 6 |
| Asian | 10 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 4 |
| International (Nonresident) | 6 |
| Unknown | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 11% of Registered Nursing bachelor’s degree recipients at South Dakota State University, lower than the national average of 43%.*
Registered Nursing Master’s Program at South Dakota State University
Of the 24 master’s registered nursing degrees awarded at South Dakota State University, 88% were women (21) and 12% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Registered Nursing master’s degree recipients at South Dakota State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 24 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
Highest-Paying Careers for Registered Nursing Graduates
Those who complete Registered Nursing program at South Dakota State University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the top-paying careers for Registered Nursing graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurses | $143,854 |
| Registered Nurses | $105,741 |
| Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary | $69,718 |
| Critical Care Nurses | $65,103 |
| Acute Care Nurses | $56,247 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialists | $52,889 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.