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Best Sociology Schools in South Dakota

South Dakota has 4 colleges offering Sociology programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 85 recent graduates. Graduates earn $32,759 on average within two years, roughly in line with the national average of $31,633.

4
Schools in SD
$32,759
SD Avg. Earnings
$31,633
National Avg.
593
Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Sociology in South Dakota

Public Schools (3)
$32,822
avg. 2yr earnings
Private Schools (1)
$32,569
avg. 2yr earnings

Public schools in South Dakota produce comparable or higher early earnings for Sociology graduates, often at lower cost — making them strong value options.

Sociology Schools in South Dakota, Ranked by Earnings

#1
South Dakota State University logo

South Dakota State University

Brookings, SD · Public

$34,526
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $35,161
Graduates: 54
Acceptance: 98.7%
#2
Northern State University logo

Northern State University

Aberdeen, SD · Public

$35,060
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 92.8%
#3
Black Hills State University logo

Black Hills State University

Spearfish, SD · Public

$28,881
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $29,825
Graduates: 31
Acceptance: 94.4%
#4
Augustana University logo

Augustana University

Sioux Falls, SD · Private

$32,569
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 59.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Sociology in South Dakota?
South Dakota State University ranks #1 for Sociology in South Dakota with median graduate earnings of $34,526 within two years of graduation. There are 4 schools offering Sociology programs in the state.
How much do Sociology graduates earn in South Dakota?
Sociology graduates in South Dakota earn an average of $32,759 within two years of graduation. This is 4% above the national average of $31,633 for this major.
What is the hardest Sociology school to get into in South Dakota?
Augustana University is the most selective Sociology program in South Dakota with an acceptance rate of 59.3%. The average acceptance rate across Sociology programs in the state is 86.3%.
Should I attend a public or private school for Sociology in South Dakota?
In South Dakota, private Sociology programs produce average earnings of $32,569 vs $32,822 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 3 public and 1 private options in the state.

Other Popular Majors in South Dakota

Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering $74,576 Civil Engineering $59,824 Computer and Information Sciences, General $58,878 Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management $51,035 Finance and Financial Management Services $43,547 Accounting and Related Services $42,685 Human Resources Management and Services $42,613 Health and Medical Administrative Services $41,686
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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study file last updated June 2026. Institution-level figures elsewhere on the site come from the June 2026 release.