School Highlights
National American University-Rapid City serves 1,204 students (18% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the state community college average of 9:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the state average of 98%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 1,204 students
- Private-state tuition: $13,287
- Student:teacher ratio: 5:1
- Minority enrollment: 96%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
National American University-Rapid City ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
The teacher population of 240 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
National American University-Rapid City
(SD) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Baccalaureate / Associates Colleges
Baccalaureate / Associates Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
240 staff
208 staff
Student Body
The student population of National American University-Rapid City has declined by 22% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 has decreased from 6:1 over five years.
The National American University-Rapid City diversity score of 0.70 is more than the state average of 0.35. The school's diversity has grown by 7% over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,204 students
894 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
9:1
# Full-Time Students
215 students
215 students
# Part-Time Students
989 students
679 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
949 students
200 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
124 students
124 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
91 students
91 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
818 students
679 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
171 students
171 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
n/a
% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
2%
% Asian
29%
7%
% Hispanic
1%
n/a
% Black
13%
5%
% White
4%
2%
% Hawaiian
43%
80%
% Two or more races
9%
4%
% Non Resident races
n/a
n/a
Diversity Score
0.70
0.35
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
0.5468%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.1053%
0.1053%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$41,200
$38,900
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $13,287 is equal to the state average of $13,287. The private state tuition has declined by 11% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$13,287
$13,287
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
50%
85%
Median Debt for Graduates
$24,384
$12,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$12,497
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
100%
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does National American University-Rapid City cost?
National American University-Rapid City's private state tuition is approximately $13,287.
What schools are National American University-Rapid City often compared to?
National American University-Rapid Cityis often viewed alongside schools like Western Dakota Technical College by visitors of our site.
What is National American University-Rapid City's ranking?
National American University-Rapid City ranks among the top 20% of community college in South Dakota for: Diversity in US community colleges.
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to National American University-Rapid City is Western Dakota Technical College (4.5 miles away)
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