Sisseton Wahpeton College
About Sisseton Wahpeton College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Sisseton Wahpeton College is run by the Sisseton Wahpeton Oyate in northeastern South Dakota and keeps dormitories. Business and Dakota studies are among its largest programs.
Founded
1979
Location
Sisseton, South Dakota
Students
194
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
20.6%
Below national average
Tuition
$4,330
Per year
Avg Net Price
$2,977
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$31,546
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
20.6% complete their degree within three years
Retention
Not reported
Transfer Out
0%
The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.
Teaching Quality
7:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
50%
$/Student
$7.4K
Class Size
Small
The 20.6% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$4,330
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$3,500
Books & Supplies
$1,300
Total Cost of Attendance
$9,998
After Financial Aid
$2,977
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$590
Receive Grants
64.2%
Take Loans
0%
The total cost of attendance runs about $9,998/yr, including $3,500 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $2,977.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Sisseton Wahpeton College fund their education.
While in School
64.2%
Get Grants
Free money
0%
Take Loans
Must repay
$7,402
Median Family Income
After Graduation
N/A
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
N/A
Monthly Payment
N/A
Default Rate
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Sisseton Wahpeton College.
Gender
63.4%
Female
37%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
194
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
52.1%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
57.2%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 63% of the student body. 52.1% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Rural: Remote
Campus Quick Facts
194
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Sisseton Wahpeton College fields 2 varsity teams with 34 student athletes, about 18% of the student body.
Division
Independent
Not affiliated with an association
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
2
Biggest: Basketball
Student Athletes
34
18% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
35% / 65%
12
Men
22
Women
1
Men's Teams
2
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Sisseton Wahpeton Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$31,546
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
—
13 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
4 grads
Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies
—
2 grads
Computer Software and Media Applications
—
1 grads
Computer Engineering Technologies/Technicians
—
1 grads
Behavioral Sciences
—
1 grads
Median earnings are $32K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.