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University of South Dakota Humanities & Social SciencesCourse duration & fees
| Courses | 1st Year Tuition Fees | Duration & Eligibility |
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M.A.(10 courses) | INR 10 L - 23 LGet Fee Details | Duration: 1 year-2 years Exam Accepted: IELTS: 6 & Above, TOEFL: 79 & Above, PTE: 53 & Above, Duolingo: 105 & Above, GRE |
B.A.(17 courses) | INR 11 LGet Fee Details | Duration: 2-5 years Exam Accepted: SAT, IELTS: 6 & Above, TOEFL: 71 & Above, PTE: 48 & Above, Duolingo: 100 & Above |
B.Sc.(3 courses) | INR 11 LGet Fee Details | Duration: 4 years Exam Accepted: SAT, IELTS: 6 & Above, TOEFL: 71 & Above, PTE: 48 & Above, Duolingo: 100 & Above |
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University of South Dakota Humanities & Social SciencesStudents Ratings & Reviews
3.1/5
5 Verified Reviews
Student Views (Based on Reviews)
- 40% students never faced discrimination in this university
Vibe of Campus
Easy going
Friendly
Sporty
Liberal
Internships2.8
Part time work2.8
Post study jobs3.2
Quality of faculty3.4
Student Life4.2
Value for money4.2
Public transportation1.8
Safety4
Indian Food1.8
Permanent Immigration2.6
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Gagan Phani Chandra Polukonda
Computer Science (M.S) - Batch of 2024
1.6
Good for masters not for knowledge.
Tips: I did not experience any cultural shift here yet. Many things here are almost the same as back in India but also we are unaware of a lot of things and need to explore the culture here. There is no way to know the things happening around you unless it is a university event, so look out for those.
I did not get any scholarship and it is very difficult to get a scholarship. And also the assistantships.
On a scale of 5 I will give it 3.
Likes (Value for money): The college's fee is not well justified because the professors aren't good enough for the fee we pay and it is not a good university if you want to increase your knowledge through Masters. This is what I can say from my experience till now.
Dislikes (Public transportation): Well the campus is almost in the centre of the town but there is not much public transportation to go. There are only two buses that go through our college, one in the morning and one in the evening that too they go to different destinations. It is affordable and convenient.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1472
Prepping time for classes28 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD
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Saikrishnayadav modiboyena
Computer Science (M.S) - Batch of 2024
2.9
College is budget friendly, academics manageable. No need to fear about racism and gun culture.
Tips: Basic knowledge of your course is enough to maintain 3+ GPA. Students can manage academics without pressure. The vermilion city was a kind of remote area and there are no Indian restaurants, or Indian grocery stores up to 40 miles. There is no oppurtunity for part times in the city other than on-campus.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 467
Prepping time for classes12 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD
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Kalainidhi Tirounavoucarassou
Computer Science (M.S) - Batch of 2023
3.5
Cheap university and cheap cost of living
Tips: Students can’t do off campus jobs and it's hard to get part time. Hard to find Indian restaurants. Transportation is crap in this city. Car is a must for students, especially at this university. No more Indian groceries nearby. Prefer staying off campus for saving money.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 798
Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD
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Nikul Vyas
BS/MS in Computer Science - Batch of 2018
2.7
Campus is welcoming and full of activities.
Tips: The college is located at a small town named Vermillion, SD near Missouri river and on the border of Nebraska & Iowa. However, there's no public transport so having a car becomes mandatory. USD's mascot is a coyote and when you attend the games you do get the feel.
Likes (Student Life): The campus is really welcoming, and small-town presence makes the students feel included in the community. The campus provides lots of activities for international students to get involved. Each day, the campus will have some or the other activities going on, apart from computer science department where there is a Nepali professor partially favoring students from Nepal to provide assistantships & scholarships for free. All other departments are much better. If you are a CS major, I'd not recommend this college.
Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): The federal laws are not merit based and the PR options are skim. The international office does try their best to assist students with all the process however, the laws in US are structured in such a way that getting a PR becomes next to impossible for legal immigrants.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1011
Prepping time for classes24 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD 62074
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Anonymous
Computer Science (M.S) - Batch of 2023
4.7
Affordable tuition fees and good faculty.
Tips: The college fee is affordable. Students can take advanced courses from the field of Artificial intelligence and Machine learning. Professors are industry experienced and they teach tough concepts in an easy way. So, it is easy to understand them and they teach us from the basics.
Likes (Part time work): The University has various on-campus jobs from GA/RA/TA to IT service desk/Library/Gamer services, etc. There is a job portal where we can apply for multiple jobs and get selected. During winter/summer breaks also we can find part time jobs on the campus.
Dislikes (Public transportation): As it is a college town, so it is a walkable city. We can just manage with a bicycle or by walking. Public transport is available at an affordable cost based on the need - Vermillion public transit. During winter, it's better to have car as it snows here.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 426
Prepping time for classes40 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD 106037
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Ridhi
Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
The University of South Dakota and Wright State University both are among the top choices of international students in the USA. Every university offers something unique for its international students to stand out of the herd. Both universities have its advantages and disadvantages. Check the compari
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Anangsha Singh
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Answered 2 months ago
The University of South Dakota is among the top ranked universities worldwide. South Dakota University offer more than 300-degree programs at undergraduate and postgraduate levels for its international students. According to Shiksha Popularity Ranking, University of South Dakota has an overall ranki
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Saakshi Rawat
Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
The University of South Dakota is one of the most prominent universities in the USA. University of South Dakota offers a vibrant and supporting campus life for its international and Indian students. South Dakota University campus life attracts international students the most. USD main campus in Verm
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Mohit Thapa
Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
Yes, the University of South Dakota offers a large variety of student clubs and organizations. USD provides over 200 student clubs and organization for its international and Indian students. Students are free to join any students clubs and organisation based on their choice of interest. In addition,
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University of South DakotaLocation
| University City | Vermillion, South Dakota, USA |
University of South DakotaContact Information
Address
414 E Clark St, Vermillion, SD 57069, USA
Vermillion ( South Dakota)
Phone
605-677-5011
(For general query)
605-658-6140
(For admission query)
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