University of Sioux Falls
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Academic Information
Acceptance Rate: 82%
Average High School GPA: 3.52
Standardized Test Policy: Test-Flexible (SAT/ACT optional)
SAT Range: 1074
ACT Range: 22
Sources: University Website, U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Wikipedia.com, Bigfuture (collegeboard.org), UniversityLiving.com, Prepscholar.com, Petersons.com
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Demographics & Costs
Undergraduate Population: 1,300–1,600 students
Public or Private: Private, Baptist-affiliated
University Religious Affiliation: American
Net Price After Aid: $21,049/year
Sources: U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Forbes America’s Top Colleges, Wikipedia
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Location & Setting
City, State: Sioux Falls, South Dakota (small-city suburban campus)
Average Winter Conditions: January average high 25–26°F, average low around 6–7°F
Average Summer Conditions: July average high ~84°F, average low ~62°F
Average Annual Precipitation: 27.9 inches, with snowfall accumulation 45.3 inches yearly
Nearest Airport: Sioux Falls Regional Airport (FSD), about 10-minute drive from campus
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Social Media
Instagram: @usiouxfalls
Twitter: @usiouxfalls
Facebook: @UniversityofSiouxFalls
LinkedIn: @university‑of‑sioux‑falls
YouTube: @usiouxfalls
TikTok: @usiouxfalls
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University Athletics
NCAA Division II
Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference
Nickname: Cougars
Mascot: Cooper the Cougar
Varsity Sports Teams: 18 total
Stadium: Bob Young Field
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Swimming & Diving Team
Aquatic Complex: Midco Aquatic Center
2024-25 Men’s Team Roster: N/A
Head Coach: Rickey Perkins
Women’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #48
Women’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #3 in Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference
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Forbes Top Colleges
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Niche Grades
Overall Grade: B
Academics: B
Diversity: B-
Athletics: B
Professors: B-
Dorms: B
Student Life: B
Value: B
Campus: C+
Party Scene: B
Location: B
Campus Food: B-
Safety: A
Best Colleges for Student-Athletes in America: Ranked #572 of 1,310
Best College for Athletics in America: Ranked #551 of 1,332
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