The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 80% over five years.
National American University-Rapid City
(SD) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Private not-for-profit
Year Founded
1941
Total Faculty
47 staff
71 staff
Student Body
The student population of National American University-Rapid City has declined by 37% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 has increased from 6:1 over five years.
The National American University-Rapid City diversity score of 0.74 is more than the state average of 0.41. The school's diversity has grown by 19% over five years.
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.3333%
n/a
Tuition & Financial Aid
The private state tuition of $13,287 is equal to the state average of $13,287. The private state tuition has declined by 15% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$13,287
$13,287
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
29%
84%
Median Debt for Graduates
$24,384
$12,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$12,497
$5,500
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
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Quick Facts (26-27)
Enrollment: 903 students
Private-state tuition: $13,287
Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
Minority enrollment: 59%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Did You Know?
For South Dakota public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $5,786 per year for in-state students and $5,786 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $13,287 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.
