School Highlights
Avera Sacred Heart Hospital serves 17 students (100% of students are full-time).
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the state average of 24%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Enrollment: 17 students
- Acceptance Rate: 35%
- Minority enrollment: 100%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Avera Sacred Heart Hospital ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
Avera Sacred Heart Hospital
(SD) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private not-for-profit
Private not-for-profit
Year Founded
1897
School Calendar
School Motto
To be well
Student Body
The student population of Avera Sacred Heart Hospital has declined by 5% over five years.
The Avera Sacred Heart Hospital diversity score of 0.25 is less than the state average of 0.41. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
17 students
843 students
# Full-Time Students
17 students
151 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
17 students
767 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
17 students
145 students
% Asian
7%
1%
% Black
7%
6%
% Hawaiian
86%
1%
Diversity Score
0.25
0.41
Tuition & Financial Aid
Acceptance Rate
35%
67%
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Avera Sacred Heart Hospital?
The acceptance rate of Avera Sacred Heart Hospital is 35%, which is lower than the state average of 67%.
What is Avera Sacred Heart Hospital's ranking?
Avera Sacred Heart Hospital ranks among the top 20% of community college in South Dakota for: Average community college minority breakdown.
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