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National American University-Rapid City

5301 Mount Rushmore Road
Rapid City, SD 57701

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School Highlights

National American University-Rapid City serves 1,876 students (16% of students are full-time).

The college's student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the state community college average of 12:1.

Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 25%.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

Enrollment: 1,876 students
Private-state tuition: $13,287
Student:teacher ratio: 8:1
Minority enrollment: 58%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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National American University-Rapid City ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:

School Overview

The teacher population of 240 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.

National American University-Rapid City

(SD) Community College Avg.

Carnegie Classification

Doctoral/Professional Universities

Institution Level

Four or more years

At least 2 but less than 4 years

Institution Control

Private for-profit

Public

Total Faculty

240 staff

208 staff

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Student Body

The student population of National American University-Rapid City has grown by 20% over five years.

The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 has increased from 6:1 over five years.

The National American University-Rapid City diversity score of 0.73 is more than the state average of 0.43. The school's diversity has grown by 11% over five years.

Total Enrollment

1,876 students

1,407 students

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Student : Teacher Ratio

8:1

12:1

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# Full-Time Students

295 students

# Part-Time Students

1,581 students

1,026 students

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This chart displays the Full-time students and Part-time students enrollment breakdown of National American University-Rapid City.

This chart displays community college average Full-Time students and Part-Time students enrollment breakdown of South Dakota.

# Enrollment Undergraduate

155 students

183 students

# Full-Time Undergraduate Students

160 students

# Full-Time Graduate Students

135 students

This chart displays graduation rate breakdown of National American University-Rapid City

# Part-Time Undergraduate Students

1,399 students

1,026 students

# Part-Time Graduate Students

182 students

South Dakota All Part Time Graduation Breakdown

Total Dormitory Capacity

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% American Indian/Alaskan

% Asian

% Hispanic

15%

% Black

26%

% White

42%

75%

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% Hawaiian

% Two or more races

% Non Resident races

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% Unknown races

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0.73

0.43

This chart displays the diversity score of National American University-Rapid City and the community college average diversity score of South Dakota by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)

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0.5843%

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)

0.3333%

Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)

$41,200

$38,900

This chart displays average graduate earnings (10 Years) of National American University-Rapid City and community college average graduate earnings (10 Years) of South Dakota by year, disaggregated by student subgroups with the latest 2012-13 school year data.

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The private state tuition of $13,287 is equal to the state average of $13,287. The private state tuition has declined by 11% over four years.

Private State Tuition Fees

$13,287

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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid

50%

85%

This chart displays the percent of students who is receiving some financial aid in National American University-Rapid City and the percent of community college students who is receiving some financial aid in South Dakota by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.

Median Debt for Graduates

$24,384

$12,000

This chart displays median debt for students who have completed a certificate or degree in National American University-Rapid City and average median debt for community college students who have completed a certificate or degree in South Dakota by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.

Median Debt for Dropouts

$12,497

$5,500

This chart displays median debt for students who have not completed a certificate or degree in National American University-Rapid City and average median debt for community college students who have not completed a certificate or degree in South Dakota by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.

Acceptance Rate

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100%

Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does National American University-Rapid City cost?

National American University-Rapid City's private state tuition is approximately $13,287.

What schools are National American University-Rapid City often compared to?

National American University-Rapid Cityis often viewed alongside schools like Western Dakota Technical College by visitors of our site.

What is National American University-Rapid City's ranking?

National American University-Rapid City ranks among the top 20% of community college in South Dakota for: Diversity in US community colleges.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

Enrollment: 1,876 students
Private-state tuition: $13,287
Student:teacher ratio: 8:1
Minority enrollment: 58%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Did You Know?

For South Dakota public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $5,786 per year for in-state students and $5,786 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $13,287 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

South Dakota community colleges have a of 0.43, which is higher than the national average of 0.00. The most diverse community college in South Dakota is National American University-Rapid City. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.