University of South Dakota

As South Dakota's flagship university, USD provides an extensive selection of programs at the graduate level. South Dakota's only School of Medicine, Law, College of Fine Arts, and internationally accredited AACSB Business School proudly call USD home. The Graduate School at the University of South Dakota is committed to meeting the goals of students pursuing an advanced degree.

GRADUATE PROGRAMS
* Has online options

Accountancy, Professional (MPA)*
General
Accounting Analytics

Addiction Counseling & Prevention (M.A.)*
Co-occurring

Administration (M.S.)*
Addiction Studies
Criminal Justice Studies
Health Services Administration
Human Resource Management
Interdisciplinary Studies
Long-Term Care Administration
Nonprofit Management
Organizational Leadership

Art (MFA)
Graphic Design
Painting
Photography
Printmaking
Sculpture

Audiology (Au.D.)

Basic Biomedical Sciences (M.S.)

Basic Biomedical Sciences (Ph.D.)
Cancer Biology
Cardiovascular Biology
Infectious Diseases
Molecular Biology & Genetics
Neuroscience
Physiology and Pharmacology

Biological Sciences (Ph.D.)
General
Bioinformatics
Integrative Biology
Neuroscience

Biology (M.S.)
Conservation & Biodiversity
General

Biomedical Engineering (M.S.)
Medical Product Development & Manufacturing

Biomedical Engineering (Ph.D.)

Biomedical Sciences/Physician Scientist (M.D./Ph.D.)

Business Administration (MBA)*
Business Analytics
Finance
General Business
Health Services Administration
Marketing
Operations & Supply Chain Management

Business Analytics (M.S.)

Chemistry (M.S.)

Chemistry, Materials (Ph.D.)

Communication Studies (M.A.)

Computer Science (M.S.)
Artificial Intelligence
General
Informatics

Counseling & Psychology in Education (M.A.)
Clinical Mental Health
Human Development & Educational Psychology
School Counseling

Counseling & Psychology in Education (Ed.S., Ph.D.)
Counselor Education
Human Development & Educational Psychology
School Psychology

Curriculum and Instruction (Ed.D.)

Educational Administration & Leadership (M.A.)*
Adult & Higher Education
Curriculum Director
Pre-K-12 Principal

Educational Administration & Leadership (Ed.S.)*
Curriculum Director
Director of Special Education
Pre-K-12 Principal
School District Superintendent

Educational Administration & Leadership (Ed.D.)*
Adult & Higher Education
Curriculum Director
Director of Special Education
Pre-K-12 Educational Leadership
Pre-K-12 Principal
School District Superintendent

Elementary Education (M.A.)*
Early Childhood Education
Culturally & Linguistically Diverse Learners
Reading Specialist/Literacy Coach
Science, Technology and Math Education

English (M.A.)
Creative Writing
Literature

English (Ph.D)
Literary Studies: Creative
Literary Studies: Critical

Health Sciences (Ph.D.)*

History (M.A.)

Interdisciplinary Studies (M.A.)*

Kinesiology & Sport Management (M.A.)*
Exercise Science
Sport Management

Law (J.D.)
Administration (J.D. | M.S.)
Business Administration (J.D. | MBA)
Educational Administration & Leadership (J.D. | M.A.)
English (J.D. | M.A.)
History (J.D. | M.A.)
Professional Accountancy (J.D. | MPA)
Psychology (J.D. | M.A.)
Public Administration (J.D. | MPA)
Sustainability (J.D. | M.S.)

Mathematics (M.A., M.S.)

Medicine (M.D.)

Music (M.M.)*
Collaborative Piano
Conducting
History of Musical Instruments
Music Education
Music History
Music Performance

Nursing Practice, Doctorate (DNP)*
Organizational and System Leadership

Nursing Practice (MSN)*
Nursing Informatics and e-Health

Occupational Therapy, Doctorate (OTD)
Mental Health
Neuroscience & Rehabilitation
Pediatrics
Rural/Underserved

Physical Therapy (DPT)

Physician Assistant Studies (M.S.)

Physics (M.S.)
Analytics for Large Data Sets
General

Physics (Ph.D.)

Psychology (M.A., Ph.D.)
Clinical Psychology (Ph.D. only)
Human Factors

Public Administration (MPA)

Public Administration, Executive Master (EMPA)*

Public Health (MPH)*

Secondary Education (M.A.)*
Culturally & Linguistically Diverse Learners
Science, Technology and Math
Secondary Education plus Certification

Social Work (MSW)*

Special Education (M.A.)*
Advanced Specialist Disabilities
Early Childhood Special Education
Multicategorical Special Education K-12
Special Education plus Certification

Speech-Language Pathology (M.A.)

Sustainability (M.S., Ph.D.)

Technology for Education & Training (M.S.)*

Theatre (MFA)
Design/Theatre Technology
Directing

GRADUATE CERTIFICATES
* Has online options

Addiction Counseling and Prevention*
Alternative Teacher Certification *
American Indian Education*
Artificial Intelligence
Arts in Health*
Bioethics
Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Business Analytics*
Child & Adult Advocacy Studies *
Disaster Mental Health*
Geospatial Analysis
Long-Term Care Management*
Marketing*
Mathematics, Advanced*
Mathematics*
Mental Health Counseling*
Museum & Archive Studies
Nonprofit Management*
Operations & Supply Chain Management*
Piano Pedagogy
Public Health*
Public Management, Leadership
Public Policy, Techniques
Science, Technology & Math Pedagogy*
Technology Development & Entrepreneurship

Programs and Curriculum

In addition to the typical part-time, full-time or online programs offered by most institutions, USD participates in several hands-on learning activities outside the classroom such as opportunities for service-learning, "AWOL" service-learning programs, studying abroad, National Student Exchange, research and creative scholarships, and nationally competitive awards & fellowships, among others. We also provide support to our international students with cultural and academic adjustments, as well as immigration concerns.

For most current rates, view them online at www.usd.edu/grad-tuition-rates

Financial Aid
Graduate Assistantships & Fellowships
Students interested in graduate assistantships or fellowships should apply through the department by contacting the graduate director. To qualify for a graduate assistantship, a student must be fully admitted in a graduate program and enrolled in nine credit hours on-campus or in off-campus state-supported courses.

Graduate Academic and Creative Research Grants
The Graduate School awards Graduate Academic and Creative Research Grants to assist with funding of a research or creative activity project to be conducted on an annual basis. For a list of research and creative scholarship opportunities visit www.usd.edu/graduate-school/graduate-research.

Federal Loans
To qualify for federal sources of financial aid, graduate students must complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). USD's priority deadline for filing the FAFSA is April 1.

Private Loans
Graduate students who need additional funds after carefully considering the feasibility of federal loan. Applications for alternative loans are available through the Office of Financial Aid. Students are strongly encouraged to research the lender benefits, customer service and other information related to loan processing, services and cost.

GI Bill/VA Educational Assistance
As one of the top ranked "Military Friendly" schools by G.I. Jobs and "Best for Vets" colleges by Military Times, the University of South Dakota has a dedicated veteran's resource center on campus. Military/Veteran students who plan to use federal VA Educational Assistance such as the GI Bill should apply for those benefits through the USD Office of Veterans' Services.

Admissions Process
Materials required to complete a graduate application at can be found online at usd.edu/graduate-school/apply-now or by calling an enrollment coordinator at 605-658-6200.

Campus Facilities and Equipment


The DakotaDome
One of the region's most recognizable structures, the DakotaDome serves as the cornerstone of the Coyote Athletic Department. The DakotaDome is a multi-purpose facility that is home to five intercollegiate sports, including football, basketball, volleyball, track and field and swimming and diving.

Sanford Coyote Sports Center and Lillibridge Track Complex
The complex houses a Science, Health and Research Lab building to accommodate kinesiology and sport sciences, occupational therapy, physical therapy and physician assistant studies. It includes a 6,000 seat arena for basketball and volleyball and nine-lane, NCAA certified outdoor track and soccer complex with two soccer fields.

Muenster University Center (MUC)
The new student center was completed in 2014, the MUC offers 30,000 square feet of additional dining space, and retail franchises Chick-Fil-A, Qdoba and Einstein Bros. It also offers an expanded 1,200 seat capacity for social gatherings and meeting spaces.

National Music Museum
The National Music Museum is one of the great institutions of its kind in the world. Its renowned collections include more than 14,500 instruments from virtually all historical periods.

Oscar Howe Gallery
The Oscar Howe Collection holds the largest collection of work by internationally celebrated American Indian artist Oscar Howe who served on the USD faculty for 25 years.

Student Organizations and Activities
From concerts to Division I athletics to more than 120 student organizations and clubs, there are endless possibilities to get involved. Not surprisingly, USD graduates can be found in leadership positions around the world. Whatever your interest, we can help you develop the knowledge and skills you need to succeed. Our Student Organization Listing is the best way to find organizations that interest you. View organization online at https://apps.usd.edu/campus/student-organizations/