South Dakota State University

Our Mission: South Dakota State University provides a rich academic experience in an environment of inclusion and access through inspired, student-centered education; creative activities; and research, innovation and engagement that improve the quality of life in South Dakota, the region, the nation and the world.

SDSU is the land-grant university for the state of South Dakota. Our teaching, research and outreach work is focused on meeting the needs of the people of the state and region with larger impacts on global systems.