Graduate School
Graduate school will shape your future. When you choose the University of South Dakota, you choose the characteristics that really matter.
Quality. Flexibility. Affordability.
USD graduate programs rank “most affordable” and “best value” across the nation.
Latest News
School of Education Places 112 Teacher Candidates in Local and Regional Classrooms
With residency students serving in classrooms across five states and 34 school districts, the University of South Dakota’s future educators bring much-needed support to the teacher workforce in South Dakota and beyond.
USD Research Sets Stage for New Technology to Monitor Climate-Smart Agriculture Practices and Enhance Productivity
Researchers at the University of South Dakota are using satellite data and machine learning technology to monitor climate-smart agriculture practices in South Dakota.
Missouri River Institute Faculty Awarded Grant to Study Impact of Eastern Redcedar on Bird Populations Along the Missouri National Recreational River
University of South Dakota’s Missouri River Institute researchers received a grant from the National Park Service to study how the spread of eastern redcedar along the Missouri National Recreational River (MNRR) impacts bird populations throughout the year.
Graduate School Introduces New Professional Development Workshop Series
The University of South Dakota’s Graduate School has created a series of professional development workshops for enhancing industry and academic skills across the entire graduate student body.
Make Yourself at Home
Become familiar with the beautiful state of South Dakota, USD campus community, city of Vermilion and the resources available to you as a graduate student that will help you succeed and make the most of your time as a Coyote.
Welcome to USD. Welcome home.
Real Experience Through Hands-on Research
Learn from faculty who are experts in their fields and receive the individual guidance necessary to participate in exciting, ongoing research. With state-of-the-art facilities and research funding opportunities for students in all disciplines, USD offers you the support and resources you need to learn by doing.
Find the answers to your questions about the world through research and creative scholarship at USD.
Professional Development
The USD Graduate School is committed to the professional development of our graduate students. Outside of the classroom, USD offers a range of development tools through scholarships, research, events and professional organizations.
Hone your skills. Reach your career goals.
Financing Your Education
Whether you are thinking about applying for an assistantship, scholarship or financial aid to help cover the cost of your advanced degree, USD's Graduate School provides resources to help you finance your education.
We're Here to Help
The Graduate School is your one-stop resource for all things related to your graduate program. Our team is here to help you succeed and be your one source for all things related to graduate studies at USD.
- Navigate the academic catalog
- Apply for an assistantships
- Attend Graduate Student Orientation
- Submit your thesis or dissertation
- Prepare for graduation and more...
Meet Our Team
Beth Freeburg
Briana Rollefson
Brittany Wagner
Contact Us
414 E. Clark St.
Vermillion, SD 57069
