Computer Science · South Dakota
Computer Science colleges in South Dakota
CampusPin lists 15 U.S. colleges in South Dakota that offer Computer Science programs. Compare tuition, acceptance rate, and enrollment in the table below, every figure links back to the institution's official IPEDS data.
Computer Science combines the mathematical foundations of computation with practical software engineering, preparing graduates for careers in software, AI/ML, security, data, and research.
Schools in South Dakota that offer Computer Science
Augustana University
Sioux Falls, SD · University · Private
Tuition
$39,190
Acceptance
59%
Enrollment
2,105
California Intercontinental University
Sioux Falls, SD · University · Private
Tuition
$9,054
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
484
Dakota State University
Madison, SD · University · Public
Tuition
$9,633
Acceptance
98%
Enrollment
2,527
Kairos University
Sioux Falls, SD · University · Private
Tuition
$13,120
Acceptance
74%
Enrollment
1,105
Lake Area Technical College
Watertown, SD · Community College · Public
Tuition
$6,718
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
1,710
Mitchell Technical College
Mitchell, SD · Community College · Public
Tuition
$7,524
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
953
National American University-Rapid City
Rapid City, SD · University · Private
Tuition
$16,065
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
1,022
Northern State University
Aberdeen, SD · University · Public
Tuition
$8,845
Acceptance
93%
Enrollment
1,828
Oglala Lakota College
Kyle, SD · University · Public
Tuition
$2,684
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
1,205
Sinte Gleska University
Mission, SD · University · Public
Tuition
$4,714
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
655
South Dakota State University
Brookings, SD · University · Public
Tuition
$9,299
Acceptance
99%
Enrollment
10,119
Southeast Technical College
Sioux Falls, SD · Community College · Public
Tuition
$7,650
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
2,164
University of Sioux Falls
Sioux Falls, SD · University · Private
Tuition
$20,740
Acceptance
82%
Enrollment
1,491
University of South Dakota
Vermillion, SD · University · Public
Tuition
$9,432
Acceptance
99%
Enrollment
8,012
Western Dakota Technical College
Rapid City, SD · Community College · Public
Tuition
$8,008
Acceptance
100%
Enrollment
733
Computer Science programs in South Dakota: by the numbers
A quick comparison of the 15 schools listed above, drawn from each institution's published IPEDS data.
Schools listed
15
Public / private
10 / 5
Universities / 2-year
11 / 4
Cities represented
10
In-state tuition range
$2,684–$39,190
Median in-state tuition
$9,054
Lowest published in-state tuition
Oglala Lakota College
$2,684
Most selective
Augustana University
59% acceptance
Largest by enrollment
South Dakota State University
10,119 students
Figures reflect the schools currently listed and each institution's most recent reported data. Verify current tuition and admissions details with the school before applying.
What you'll study in a Computer Science program
- Programming foundations in languages like Python, Java, C/C++, and JavaScript
- Algorithm design and analysis (Big-O, dynamic programming, graph algorithms)
- Data structures (arrays, trees, hash tables, heaps, graphs)
- Operating systems, networks, and computer architecture
- Databases and distributed systems
- Discrete mathematics, linear algebra, probability, and statistics
- Software engineering practices: version control, testing, code review, agile workflows
- A specialization track such as AI/ML, security, theory, systems, or HCI
Where a Computer Science degree can lead
- Software Engineer
- Data Engineer
- Machine Learning Engineer
- Site Reliability Engineer
- Security Engineer
- Research Scientist (CS PhD)
Typical pay: $78,000–$135,000 early-career (BLS, 2024 software developers median $133,080)
A Computer Science (CS) major covers algorithms, data structures, operating systems, computer architecture, programming languages, databases, and the mathematics behind them, discrete math, linear algebra, and probability. Most CS programs require 3–4 semesters of math and physics in addition to the major.
By the time graduates leave, they can write production code in multiple languages, reason about algorithmic complexity, design and reason about distributed systems, and have at least one specialization (AI/ML, security, systems, theory, or applications). Many CS programs offer concentrations or BS-vs-BA tracks; the BS typically requires more math and engineering coursework.
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