University of South Dakota

Just a bit of background information to get you started before the overview of the University of South Dakota.  The University Center Rapid City offers students the ability to receive degrees from five state institutions.  One area of confusion for the students taking classes or interested in classes at the University Center is that they are enrolled in the University Center, when in reality they are enrolled in one of the five institutions offering degrees here.  So, these students are University of South Dakota (or one of the other four schools) students at the University Center Rapid City.  Clear as mud or does it make sense?  If not, just let us know, we are more than happy to answer questions.

Now, on to the profile of the University of South Dakota!

The University of South Dakota (USD) is an academic leader in the state and region.  USD is South Dakota's designated liberal arts institution and its flagship university.  It offers more than 115 majors through its eight schools and colleges.  USD is home to the state's only Law School, Medical School, School of Health Sciences, and College of Fine Arts.  The Beacom School of Business is South Dakota's only AACSB-accredited business school, and the College of Arts & Sciences is the regional center for liberal arts education.  The University has been continuously accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools since 1913.

The University of South Dakota, through University Center Rapid City, provides undergraduate and graduate educational opportunities in Rapid City.  At University Center Rapid City, USD offers programs and classes designed to meet the needs of non-traditional students in Rapid City and the surrounding area.

USD offers the following degrees at University Center Rapid City:

• Associate of Science in Nursing
• Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice
• Bachelor of General Studies
• Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences
• Master of Science in Administration, with specializations in:
• Alcohol and Drug Studies (online)
• Criminal Justice
• Health Services Administration (online)
• Human Resources
• Interdisciplinary Studies
• Long-Term Care Administration (online)
• Organizational Leadership
• Educational Doctorate in Educational Administrations with specializations in:
• Adult and Higher Education
• Pre-K-12 Principal

For more information about USD at University Center Rapid City, please contact Ben Krush or Frank Arpan at 605-718-4112.