South Dakota State University
Brookings, South Dakota · ★ 4.0 / 5 Overall (1 Student Review)
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Public · 4-year · Doctoral
South Dakota State University is a public land-grant research university in Brookings, South Dakota, founded in 1881. It is the state's largest university and the second-oldest continually operating university in South Dakota, with academic emphasis in agriculture, engineering, nursing, pharmacy, and the liberal arts. The university is classified as an R2 doctoral institution with high research activity.
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Ranked #235 in the US by CWUR (2026). Source: CWUR US ↗
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Ranked #1127 on Washington Monthly Best Bang for the Buck. Source: WM Best Value ↗
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Ranked #1329 globally by CWUR (2026). Source: CWUR World ↗
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1004 Campanile Ave, Brookings, South Dakota, 57007-1898
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