Universities in the United States

University of Sioux Falls

Rankings, Programs/Courses, Tuition & Admissions

country rank  1254
world rank  4432

Publish your
uniRank University Ranking™

Overview

University of Sioux Falls is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Sioux Falls, South Dakota, United States. Founded in 1883, University of Sioux Falls (USF) is a coeducational institution officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. USF provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, including pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. For an overview of the available degree levels and areas of study, see the uniRank table below or search the institution's website with the search engine below. This 143-year-old US higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate is 70-79%. This places it among a moderately selective. International students are welcome to apply. USF also offers several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

University of Sioux Falls's Control Typeprivate

Entity

University of Sioux Falls's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of Sioux Falls' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small-sized

Selectivity

University of Sioux Falls's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

Identity

Name
Name (English) n.a.
Name (Non Latin) n.a.
Acronym USF
Founded 1883
Motto Culture for Service
Colours Purple, silver and white
Mascot Cooper the Cougar

Do you work for this university?

CLAIM / UPDATE UNIVERSITY

Location

Address 1101 W 22Nd Street
Sioux Falls
57105-1699 South Dakota
United States
University of Sioux Falls's location map and satellite view Location Map
Satellite View
Street View
University of Sioux Falls Phone Number (605) 331 5000
University of Sioux Falls Fax Number (605) 331 6615
Other locations

Video Presentation

n.a.

Website

Search Engine

for programs, courses, degrees, tuition fees, admission policy and requirements, acceptance rate, accreditation, facilities, services, affiliations or any other information you want to find and learn about n.a.. Our search engine is powered by Google.
n.a.'s Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

University of Sioux Falls is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Higher Learning Commission

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important University of Sioux Falls's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
  • Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation
  • Council on Social Work Education, Board of Accreditation
  • International Accreditation Council for Business Education


Tip: search for University of Sioux Falls's accreditations with the uniRank Search Engine


Related Guide Articles

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.

Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize University of Sioux Falls as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

University of Sioux Falls Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of University of Sioux Falls is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify University of Sioux Falls's academic range and degree level offering.



University of Sioux Falls: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes Yes
L&C Yes
B&S Yes Yes Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes
S&T Yes
Eng

Related Guide Articles

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on University of Sioux Falls's areas of study and degree levels currently offered.

Programs and Courses

University of Sioux Falls Academic Programs/Courses

Click here to explore a list of , or if they are not available yet, search for them with our powered by Google. We are constantly adding university courses and programs worldwide with the cooperation of university representatives.


Related Guides

You can also explore our Guide to University Programs and Courses to learn more about study outlines and typical duration, tuition ranges, career prospects and salary expectations for careers associated with more than 8,100 programs and courses.


Tuition Fees

University of Sioux Falls Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of University of Sioux Falls categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at University of Sioux Falls.



University of Sioux Falls: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 17,500-19,999 US$ (15,950-18,225 Euro) 5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro)
International
students		 17,500-19,999 US$ (15,950-18,225 Euro) 5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro)

Tip: search for University of Sioux Falls's tuition fees with the uniRank Search Engine


Related Guide Articles

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact University of Sioux Falls Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official University of Sioux Falls website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

University of Sioux Falls Admission Info


University of Sioux Falls's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

University of Sioux Falls is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


University of Sioux Falls's Admission Selection Admission Selection

University of Sioux Falls has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

University of Sioux Falls's acceptance rate ranges from 70 to 79%, making it a moderately selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is neither required nor recommended
  • Secondary school record is neither required nor recommended
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is recommended
  • Recommendations are neither required nor recommended
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is neither required nor recommended
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


University of Sioux Falls's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


University of Sioux Falls's Admission Office Admission Office



(605) 331 6600


Tip: search for University of Sioux Falls's admission policy with the uniRank Search Engine


Related Guide Articles

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our Introduction to University Admissions article to learn more.

Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact University of Sioux Falls's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

University of Sioux Falls Size and Profile


University of Sioux Falls's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

University of Sioux Falls has a student enrollment ranging from 1,000 to 1,999, making it a very small-sized institution.


University of Sioux Falls's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

University of Sioux Falls's academic staff ranges from 50 to 99 members.


University of Sioux Falls's Control Type Control Type

University of Sioux Falls is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.


University of Sioux Falls's Entity Type Entity Type

University of Sioux Falls is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


University of Sioux Falls's Campus Setting Campus Setting

University of Sioux Falls's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


University of Sioux Falls's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

University of Sioux Falls adopts a 4-1-4 academic calendar, a scheduling system used where the academic year is divided into three distinct terms: a four-month Fall Term, a one-month Winter Term and a four-month Spring Term


University of Sioux Falls's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


University of Sioux Falls is Christian-Baptist Religious Affiliation

Christian-Baptist. Alabama Baptist Convention - www.alsbom.org



Related Guide Articles

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.

Facilities and Services

University of Sioux Falls Facilities


University of Sioux Falls's Library University Library

Yes Visit University of Sioux Falls's Library
University of Sioux Falls's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 50,392 physical volumes, 678 physical media and 74 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 26 full-time employees, including 1 librarians. University of Sioux Falls's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


University of Sioux Falls's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, University of Sioux Falls provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 759 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


University of Sioux Falls's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


University of Sioux Falls's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

University of Sioux Falls Services


University of Sioux Falls's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


University of Sioux Falls's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


University of Sioux Falls's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes
In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.


University of Sioux Falls's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


University of Sioux Falls's Career Services Career Services

Yes


Related Guide Articles

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.

Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on University of Sioux Falls's facilities and services.

Academic Structure

University of Sioux Falls Organisational Structure

Not available; please use the Feedback/Error report form to submit a list of University of Sioux Falls's official first-level academic divisions.


Related Guide Articles

Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.

Memberships and Affiliations

University of Sioux Falls Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important University of Sioux Falls's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Council for Christian Colleges and Universities (CCCU)
  • Council of Independent Colleges (CIC)
  • International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education (IACBE)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)


Related Guide Articles

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.

Social Media

Official Social Media Channels

Facebook Facebook

University of Sioux Falls's Facebook page review

X X (Twitter)

University of Sioux Falls's X page review

YouTube YouTube

University of Sioux Falls's Youtube page review

Instagram Instagram

University of Sioux Falls's Instagram page review

LinkedIn LinkedIn

University of Sioux Falls's official LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

University of Sioux Falls's official TikTok channel


Related Guide Articles

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.

Do you work for this university?

CLAIM / UPDATE UNIVERSITY

Wikipedia

Wikipedia Article Wikipedia Article

University of Sioux Falls's Wikipedia article

Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

This higher education institution is not a member of the Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization that is developing, implementing, and supporting free open education and free online courses. View a list of Open Education Global members by country.


Online Courses You Can Trust

Coursera Courses

Frequently Asked Questions

Is University of Sioux Falls public or private?

University of Sioux Falls is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.

Is University of Sioux Falls profit or non-profit?

University of Sioux Falls is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of University of Sioux Falls in terms of enrollment?

University of Sioux Falls has a student enrollment ranging from 1,000 to 1,999, making it a very small-sized institution.

What is the size of University of Sioux Falls in terms of academic staff?

University of Sioux Falls's academic staff ranges from 50 to 99 members.

Is University of Sioux Falls a coeducational institution?

University of Sioux Falls is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does University of Sioux Falls use?

University of Sioux Falls adopts a 4-1-4 academic calendar, a scheduling system used where the academic year is divided into three distinct terms: a four-month Fall Term, a one-month Winter Term and a four-month Spring Term

What religion is University of Sioux Falls affiliated with?

Christian-Baptist. Alabama Baptist Convention - www.alsbom.org

Does University of Sioux Falls admit international students?

Yes.

What is University of Sioux Falls's acceptance rate and admission policy?

University of Sioux Falls's acceptance rate ranges from 70 to 79%, making it a moderately selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend University of Sioux Falls USF?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 17,500-19,999 US$ (15,950-18,225 Euro). International students: 17,500-19,999 US$ (15,950-18,225 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is University of Sioux Falls USF located?

University of Sioux Falls is located in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, United States. Address: 1101 W 22Nd Street.

Is University of Sioux Falls USF accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, University of Sioux Falls is accredited by Higher Learning Commission (since ).

Does University of Sioux Falls offer financial aid?

Yes

Does University of Sioux Falls offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does University of Sioux Falls have a university library?

Yes University of Sioux Falls's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 50,392 physical volumes, 678 physical media and 74 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 26 full-time employees, including 1 librarians. University of Sioux Falls's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Does University of Sioux Falls provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes In particular, University of Sioux Falls provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 759 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

Does University of Sioux Falls have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does University of Sioux Falls offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does University of Sioux Falls offer career services?

Yes

Does University of Sioux Falls offer distance learning?

Yes In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Does University of Sioux Falls have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

Related Resources