To be eligible for admission to South Dakota State University (SDSU), applicants must meet specific academic criteria. High school students need a minimum 2.6 GPA or rank in the top 60% of their class. Alternatively, they can submit an ACT score of 18 or higher or an SAT score of 970 or higher.
Transfer students require a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher from accredited institutions. International students must demonstrate English proficiency via TOEFL (71 iBT), IELTS (6.0), or equivalent. Some programs may have additional requirements, such as higher GPAs or prerequisite courses.
