Black Hills State University
1200 University St, Spearfish, United StatesAll photos (0)
Overview of Black Hills State University
About this school
Black Hills State is a public university. It was founded in 1883, became a four-year institution in 1924, and gained university status in 1989. Its 123-acre campus is located in Spearfish, 47 miles from Rapid City.
- www.bhsu.edu/
Website
Coeducational
Co-ed
Graduate Students
231
Institution Type
Public
Undergraduate Students
- Undergraduate Students:3,947
- Men:1,471 Men (37.3%)
- Women:2,476 Women (62.7%)
Location
Admission Information
Freshman Admission Requirements
Difficulty of Admission
Not reported
High School Preparation
- High School Graduation:
High school diploma required and GED is accepted
- High School Program:
College preparatory program is recommended
Required Or Recomended High School Units
| Subject | Required Units | Recommended Units |
|---|---|---|
English | 4 | - |
Mathematics | 3 | - |
Science | 3 | - |
Foreign Language | - | - |
Social Studies | 3 | - |
History | - | - |
Academic Electives | - | - |
Examinations Required
| Exam | Required | Scores Due Date |
|---|---|---|
SAT or ACT | Required | July 15 |
SAT Only | - | - |
ACT Only | - | - |
SAT and SAT Subject Tests, or ACT | - | - |
SAT Subject Tests Only | - | - |
| Essay/Test | Status | Scores Due Date |
|---|---|---|
SAT Essay Component Policy | Not Reported | |
ACT Writing Test Policy | Accepted with or without writing component | |
ACT Writing Test Policy | SAT: Not used ACT: Not used |
Admission Details
Admissions Office
Address | 1200 University Street |
City, State, Zip | Spearfish, SD 57799 |
Phone | (605) 642-6343 |
Fax | - |
Email |
Application Dates And Fees
Regular Admission Deadline | - |
Application Fee | $20 |
Application Fee Waiver | Not available |
Regular Admission Notification | Not reported |
Accept Offer Of Admission | Not reported |
Waiting List Used | No |
Defer Admission | - |
Transfer Admission | Transfer applications accepted |
Early Admission
Early Decision Offered | No |
Early Decision Deadline | - |
Early Decision Notification | - |
Early Action Offered | No |
Early Action Deadline | - |
Early Action Notification | - |
Application Form
Common Application | Not accepted |
Universal College Application | Not accepted |
Electronic Application |
Other Application Requirements
Interview | Not Required |
Essay Or Personal Statement | - |
Letters Of Recommendation | - |
Other | Minimum 2.0 high school GPA in core curriculum required for freshmen |
Financial Need | Financial need is not a consideration in the admissions process |
Selection of Students
Factors involed in acceptance process.
4 star = most important, 1 star = least important.
| Factor | Importance |
|---|---|
Rigor of Secondary School Record | |
Academic GPA | |
Standardized Tests | |
Class Rank | |
Recommendations | |
Essay | |
Interview | |
Level of Applicant's Interest | |
Extracurricular Activities | |
Volunteer Work | |
Particular Talent/Ability | |
Character/Personal Qualities | |
First Generation to Attend College | |
State Residency | |
Geographic Residence | |
Relation with Alumnus | |
Religious Affiliation/Commitment | |
Ethnicity | |
Work Experience |
Profile of Fall Admission
Overall Admission Rate
Overall Admission Rate | 87% of 1,696 applicants were admitted |
Women | 88% of 1,056 applicants were admitted |
Men | 86% of 640 applicants were admitted |
Students Enrolled
Students Enrolled | 555 (38%) of 1,475 admitted students enrolled |
Women | 359 (39%) of 927 admitted students enrolled |
Men | 196 (36%) of 548 admitted students enrolled |
Grade Point Average of Enrolled First-Year Students
Average GPA | 3.14 |
375 And Above | Not reported |
3.50 - 3.74 | Not reported |
3.25 - 3.49 | Not reported |
3.00 - 3.24 | Not reported |
2.50 - 2.99 | Not reported |
2.00 - 2.49 | Not reported |
SAT Score of Enrolled First-Year Students
Sat Math | Not reported |
• Score 700 - 800 | Not reported |
• Score 600 - 700 | Not reported |
• Score 500 - 600 | Not reported |
• Score 400 - 500 | Not reported |
• Score 300 - 400 | Not reported |
• Score 200 - 300 | Not reported |
• Score 700 - 800 | Not reported |
• Score 600 - 700 | Not reported |
• Score 500 - 600 | Not reported |
• Score 400 - 500 | Not reported |
• Score 300 - 400 | Not reported |
• Score 200 - 300 | Not reported |
ACT Scores of Enrolled First-Year Students
Act Composite | 18-24 range of middle 50% |
• Score 30 - 36 | Not reported |
• Score 24 - 29 | Not reported |
• Score 18 - 23 | Not reported |
• Score 12 - 17 | Not reported |
• Score 6 - 11 | Not reported |
• Score 5 Or Below | Not reported |
Tuition & Financial Aid
Tuition & Expenses
Cost of Attendance
- Books & Supplies: - In-state: $8,602|Out-of-state: $11,602 (41.11%)
- Room & Board: - $6,820 (32.6%)
- Other Expenses: - $1,200 (5.74%)
- Tuition & Fees: - $4,300 (20.55%)
Books & Supplies
Room & Board
Other Expenses
Tuition & Fees
Payment Plans
Black Hills State University accepts installment plan, deferred payment
Applying for Financial Aid
Financial Aid Office
Email | - |
Website | |
Net Price Calculator Url |
Application Process
Application Deadline | Priority deadline March 1 |
Award Notification Date | On a rolling basis beginning May 1 |
Methodology For Awarding Institutional Aid | Federal Methodology |
Forms Required
| Forms Required | Filing Cost |
|---|---|
FAFSA| Code is 003459 | Free |
Profile of 2017-18 Financial Aid
First-Year Student
Financial Aid Applicants | Not reported |
Found To Have Financial Need | Not reported |
Received Financial Aid | Not reported |
Need Fully Met | Not reported |
Average Percent Of Need Met | Not reported |
Average Award | Not reported |
• Need-Based Gift | Not reported |
• Need-Based Self-Help | Not reported |
• Merit Based Gift | Not reported |
Merit Based Gift | Not reported |
All Undergraduates
Financial Aid Applicants | Not reported |
Found To Have Financial Need | Not reported |
Received Financial Aid | Not reported |
Need Fully Met | Not reported |
Average Percent Of Need Met | Not reported |
Average Award | Not reported |
• Need-Based Gift | Not reported |
• Need-Based Self-Help | Not reported |
• Merit Based Gift | Not reported |
Merit Based Gift | Not reported |
Borrowing
2016 Graduates with Loans | Not reported |
Average Indebtedness Of 2016 Graduates | Not reported |
Parents Of Students Receiving Aid | Not reported |
Parents Of Students Not Receiving Aid | Not reported |
Financial Aid Programs
Scholarchips And Grants
Need Based Available | Federal Pell grants, SEOG, State scholarships, Institutional scholarships, Private scholarships, Academic Competitiveness Grants, National SMART Grants, TEACH Grants |
Non Need Based Available | None |
Non-Need Awards
Academic Interest/Achievement | Biological Sciences, Business, Communication, Computer Science, Education, English, Foreign Languages, Health Fields, Humanities, Mathematics, Military Science, Physical Sciences, Social Sciences |
Creative Arts/Performance | Art/Fine Arts, Music, Theater/Drama |
Special Achievements/Activities | Not reported |
Special Characteristics | Not reported |
Employment
Work-Study Programs | Federal work study available, other work study available |
Average Earnings from On-Campus Employment | Not reported |
Academics & Instruction
Academics Overview
Academic Calendar System
Semester
Summer Session
Offered
Graduation Requirements
General Education/Core Cirriculum
Required
Computer
Students not required to own/lease a computer
Foreign Language
Not required
Math/Science
Required for all students
Faculty & Instruction
Full-Time Faculty
Not reported
Part-Time Faculty
Not reported
Full-Time Faculty With Ph.D./Terminal Degree
Not reported
Regular Class Size
- Not reported
Discussion Section/Lab Class Size
- Not reported
Advanced Placement
International Baccalaureate
Not reported
Advanced Placement (AP) Examinations
Accepted for placement and credit
Sophomore Standing
Available through AP examinations
Academic Resources
Libraries
Library Available On Campus | Yes |
Holdings | - |
Computer Ownership | Students not required to own/lease a computer |
Computers Available On Campus | Not Reported |
Internet E Mail Access | Not reported |
Academic Support Services
Remedial Instruction
Offered
Tutoring
Available
Services for Students Requiring Accommodations
Available
Services for Students with Accessibility Needs
Black Hills State University provides hearing impaired services, speech disorders services, visually impaired services, wheelchair access
Undergraduate Retention & Graduation
Returning First-Year Students
69.0%
Students Graduating Within 4 Years
Not reported
Students Graduating Within 5 Years
Not reported
Students Graduating Within 6 Years
32.0%
Programs & Majors
Undergraduate Education
Undergraduate Majors (41)
- Accounting
- American Indian/Native American Studies
- Art/Art Studies, General
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General
- Business Administration and Management, General
- Business Teacher Education
- Chemistry, General
- Commercial and Advertising Art
- Elementary Education and Teaching
- English Language and Literature, General
- Environmental Studies
- Health and Physical Education/Fitness, General
- Health/Health Care Administration/Management
- History, General
- Hospital and Health Care Facilities Administration/Management
- Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
- Human Services, General
- Industrial Technology/Technician
- Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
- Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching
- Marketing/Marketing Management, General
- Mass Communication/Media Studies
- Mathematics Teacher Education
- Mathematics, General
- Music Performance, General
- Music, General
- Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies
- Physical Sciences
- Political Science and Government, General
- Psychology, General
- Rhetoric and Composition
- Sales, Distribution, and Marketing Operations, General
- Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
- Secondary Education and Teaching
- Social Sciences, General
- Sociology
- Spanish Language and Literature
- Special Education and Teaching, General
- Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
- Tourism and Travel Services Management
- Voice and Opera
Most Popular Disciplines
Offered
Professional Degree Programs
Some online degree programs
Special Programs
Accelerated program, Cooperative work study program, Distance learning, Double major, English as a second language, Honors program, Independent study, Internships, Study abroad, Summer session
Study Abroad
Online Degrees
None
Graduate and Professional Education
Master's Degrees Offered
Not reported
Master's Programs of Study (4)
- Business Administration and Management--General
- Curriculum and Instruction
- Genomic Sciences
- Management Strategy and Policy
Campus Life
Location & Geography
Population
10,718
Nearest Metropolitan Area
Campus Size
123 acres
Weather
Temperature | 10.7 average low in January, 77.8 average high in September |
Rain | 97 rainy days per year |
Available Transportation
Nearest Bus Station | 50 mile(s) from campus in Rapid City |
Nearest Train Station | - |
Housing
College Housing
College offers housing to students
Types of Housing
Men only housing, women only housing, coed housing, disabled student housing
Students of College Housing
Housing Restrictions
Freshmen and sophomores are required to live on campus
Freshman Housing Guarantee
Freshmen are given priority consideration for housing
Students Living Off Campus/Commuting
Security
24-Hour Emergency Phone/Alarm Devices
Not available
24-Hour Security Patrols
Available
Late-Night Transport/Escort Services
Available
Electronically Operated Housing Entrances
Available
Personal Support Services
Health Service
Offered
Personal Counseling
Offered
Child Care
Offered
Sports & Recreation
School Athletics
Athletic Conferences | NCAA Division II |
Mascot | YellowJacket |
School Colors | Forest green and gold |
Intercollegiate Athletics (Women)
| Factor | Offered | Scholarships Given |
|---|---|---|
Basketball | ||
Cross-Country Running | ||
Football | ||
Golf | ||
Track And Field | ||
Volleyball |
Intercollegiate Athletics (Men)
| Sport | Offered | Scholarships Given |
|---|---|---|
Basketball | ||
Cross-Country Running | ||
Football | ||
Golf | ||
Track And Field | ||
Volleyball |
Recreational Sports
Intramural Sports | archery, badminton, basketball, bowling, football, golf, racquetball, skiing (cross-country), skiing (downhill), soccer, softball, tennis, volleyball, weight lifting |
Student Activities
Activities And Organizations
Black Hills State University offers choral groups, drama theatre, radio station, student newspaper, television station, national fraternities, national sororities, student activities committee, student government
Sororities
Fraternities
ROTC
Army ROTC offered on campus
Student Body
Co-educational
Yes
Number of Full-Time Undergraduates
2,195
Undergraduates
All Undergraduates
3,947
Women
2,476
Men
1,471
Ethnicity of Students from U.S.
- 4.1% American Indian/Alaskan Native
- 0.8% Asian
- 1.7% Black/African-American
- 6.0% Hispanic/Latino
- 4.9% Multi-race (not Hispanic/Latino)
- 0.0% Native Hawaiian/ Pacific Islander
- 82.0% White
- 0.4% Unknown
International Students
0.9% from 36 countries
Average Age
Number of Graduate Students
231