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Colleges in South Dakota

24 colleges in 12 cities and 13 counties · Data as of 10/15/2026

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Colleges in South Dakota at a glance

  • There are 24 colleges in South Dakota, or roughly one for every 37,810 people.
  • Per person, that is 44% above the national rate (0.18 per 10,000).
  • The largest group is Public University (38%), ahead of Private College and Trade and Career School.
  • Sioux Falls (7), Rapid City (5) and Mitchell (2) have the most, 58% of the state total combined.

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Frequently asked questions

How many colleges are in South Dakota?
There are 24 colleges in South Dakota in our data as of 10/15/2026.
Which South Dakota cities have the most colleges?
Sioux Falls (7), Rapid City (5), Mitchell (2), Aberdeen (1), Agency Village (1).