South Dakota community colleges have an average diversity score of 0.43 (2026).
The most diverse college is National American University-Rapid City, with a diversity score of 0.73.
Diversity Score Range: 0.17
0.73
Avg. Diversity Score: 0.34
Diversity in South Dakota Community Colleges (2026)
College
Diversity Score
Location
Rank: #11.
National American University-Rapid City
Private for-profit
Diversity Score: 0.73
5301 Mount Rushmore Road
Rapid City, SD 57701
(605) 394-4800
Rapid City, SD 57701
(605) 394-4800
Rank: #22.
Diversity Score: 0.45
12572 BIA Rd 700
Sisseton, SD 57262
(605) 698-3966
Sisseton, SD 57262
(605) 698-3966
Rank: #33.
Diversity Score: 0.39
2320 N Career Ave
Sioux Falls, SD 57107
(605) 367-7624
Sioux Falls, SD 57107
(605) 367-7624
Rank: #44.
Diversity Score: 0.37
800 Mickelson Dr
Rapid City, SD 57703
(605) 718-2400
Rapid City, SD 57703
(605) 718-2400
Rank: #55.
Sanford Medical Center
Private not-for-profit
Diversity Score: 0.27
1305 W. 18th Street
Sioux Falls, SD 57117
(605) 333-7544
Sioux Falls, SD 57117
(605) 333-7544
Rank: #66.
Avera Sacred Heart Hospital
Private not-for-profit
Diversity Score: 0.25
501 Summit
Yankton, SD 57078
(605) 668-8158
Yankton, SD 57078
(605) 668-8158
Rank: #77.
Avera McKennan Hospital School of Radiologic Technology
Private not-for-profit
Diversity Score: 0.22
1325 South Cliff Avenue
Sioux Falls, SD 57117
(605) 322-1720
Sioux Falls, SD 57117
(605) 322-1720
Rank: #88.
Diversity Score: 0.19
1800 E. Spruce Street
Mitchell, SD 57301
(605) 995-3025
Mitchell, SD 57301
(605) 995-3025
Rank: #99.
Diversity Score: 0.17
1201 Arrow Avenue
Watertown, SD 57201
(605) 882-5284
Watertown, SD 57201
(605) 882-5284
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the South Dakota average community college diversity score?
The South Dakota average community college diversity score is 0.43 for 2026.
What are the most diverse community college in South Dakota?
The most diverse community college in South Dakota include National American University-Rapid City, Sisseton Wahpeton College and Southeast Technical College.
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