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University of Sioux Falls, commonly referred to as USF, is a private, Christian, liberal arts institute. The university is located in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, United States. USF was established on 8th September, 1883, as the Dakota Collegiate Institute. A wide variety of academic programs are available at USF. Along with associate's, bachelor's, and master’s degrees, the university also offers pre-professional study programs. Students can opt for courses in the fields of education, business, arts, humanities, media studies, and sciences.
University of Sioux Falls is a member of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics Division III, and the Great Plains Athletic Conference. The university has several varsity athletics teams and the students participate in sports such as soccer, volleyball, golf, track, basketball, and cross country. USF's sports teams are nicknamed the Cougars, and their mascot is Cooper the Cougar.
University Of Sioux Falls is in Sioux Falls, SD. Sioux Falls is a medium-sized city. The school is classified as a American Baptist college. University Of Sioux Falls is a private, not-for-profit institution. The school issues awards (degrees) up to the level of Post-Master's certificate.
University Of Sioux Falls offers many areas of study. Fields of study in vogue at the school include mathematics, business and management, and education and teaching.
Not all applicants to University Of Sioux Falls are accepted. The top quarter of students at the school scored at least 630 on the verbal SAT test. Students' math SAT scores were most often in the range 450 to 580 in 2007-2008.
The most successful professors at University Of Sioux Falls are given tenure, encouraging them to stay with the school for a long time.
Approximately 1,628 students study at the school (in 2007-2008).
University Of Sioux Falls makes housing available to a large share of its students. Students at the school can take advantage of the school's meal plans. Students participate in Great Plains Athletic Conference athletics. Athletic scholarships or financial aid help the school attract student athletes.
More complete details are provided below.
University Of Sioux Falls
1101 W 22nd St
Sioux Falls, SD 57105-1699
General Phone: (605) 331-5000
http://usiouxfalls.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Management | 117 | business management, organizational behavior, accounting, accounting and management |
| Education and Teaching | 113 | elementary school teaching, reading teaching, educational administration, secondary teaching, superintendency and administration, music teaching, instructional media design, art education |
| Liberal Arts | 35 | English, history, sociology, liberal arts and sciences, political science, social services, liberal arts and humanities |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 25 | exercise science, sports and fitness management |
| Science | 19 | biology, chemistry |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 17 | criminal justice and safety |
| Religion and Philosophy | 17 | philosophy and religious studies, youth ministry, pre-ministerial studies |
| Family and Social Work | 11 | social work, child development |
| Media | 9 | communication studies, mass communication |
| Therapy and Counseling | 6 | psychology |
| Mathematics | 5 | mathematics |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 3 | computer science, computer and info science |
| Art Studies | 2 | art studies |
| Medical Support and Technology | 2 | clinical lab tech, radiation therapist |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 1 | EMT paramedic |
| Music | 0 | music |
| Medicine | 0 | health professions |
Number of programs and degrees for University Of Sioux Falls in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 262 | 35 |
| Master's degree | 108 | 5 |
| Post-master's certificate | 12 | 1 |
| Associate's degree | 0 | 4 |
In 2007-2008, University Of Sioux Falls had a total enrollment of 1,628 students (1,401 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 49% |
| Women | 51% |
| Full-Time | 98% |
| Part-Time | 2% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 75% |
| Graduate | 25% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 96% |
| Black | 2% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 0% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 20% |
| 20-21 | 24% |
| 22-24 | 20% |
| 25-29 | 10% |
| 30-34 | 6% |
| 35-39 | 4% |
| 40-49 | 5% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 68 % |
University Of Sioux Falls offers campus housing for 636 of its 1,401 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Sioux Falls, South Dakota for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other South Dakota Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 19 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 752 | 733 | 97% | 292 | 40% |
| Men | 373 | 365 | 98% | 143 | 39% |
| Women | 379 | 368 | 97% | 149 | 40% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 480 | 630 |
| SAT Math | 450 | 580 |
| ACT Verbal | 19 | 25 |
| ACT Math | 18 | 25 |
| ACT Composite | 20 | 25 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 3% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 97% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 19,325 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 19,325 |
| Room and board | $ 6,375 |
| Room charge | $ 2,640 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,250 |
| Books and supplies | $ 800 |
| Other expenses | $ 3,000 |
Financial Aid:
University Of Sioux Falls participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 346900)
University Of Sioux Falls has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 15 | 14 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 17 | 12 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 7 | 3 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 5 | $65,747 | 3 | $65,589 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 13 | $53,918 | 9 | $53,606 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 17 | $45,021 | 16 | $46,966 |
| Instructor | academic year | 4 | $41,093 | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 39 | $50,241 | 29 | $50,888 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Great Plains Athletic Conference |
| Basketball | Great Plains Athletic Conference |
| Baseball | Great Plains Athletic Conference |
| Track | Great Plains Athletic Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 230 | 136 | 366 |
| Football | 103 | 0 | 103 |
| Basketball | 28 | 31 | 59 |
| Track | 25 | 28 | 53 |
| Baseball | 34 | 0 | 34 |
| All Other Sports | 40 | 77 | 117 |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Accounting and Business/Management
Business Administration and Management, General
Organizational Behavior Studies
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Science
Computer and Information Sciences, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Art Teacher Education
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Educational/Instructional Media Design
Elementary Education and Teaching
Music Teacher Education
Reading Teacher Education
Secondary Education and Teaching
Superintendency and Educational System Administration
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Child Development
Social Work
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature, General
History, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Political Science and Government, General
Social Sciences, General
Sociology
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Mass Communication/Media Studies
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
MEDICINE
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy and Religious Studies, Other
Pre-Theology/Pre-Ministerial Studies
Youth Ministry
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets University Of Sioux Falls Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % students on athletic fin. aid (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% |  |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
American Baptist affiliation Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Offers athletic scholarships
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