Graduate School

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Whether you're starting your graduate journey or advancing your current path, South Dakota State University offers a wide range of programs to help you elevate your career, enrich your life and leave a lasting mark on the world. Take the next step toward your future today.

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Graduate Degrees

��ֱ��app offers a comprehensive range of graduate programs — master's, doctoral, professional doctoral degrees and certificates — across seven academic colleges. Whether you're looking to deepen your expertise or advance your career, explore how ��ֱ��app's innovative programs can help you achieve your goals.

Graduate Degrees

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Prospective Students

��ֱ��app offers post-baccalaureate programs rich in tradition, groundbreaking research and endless opportunities to align with your passions. Explore your future with us today!

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Current Students

You're on the path to earning your graduate degree at ��ֱ��app — let us help you get there. The Graduate School is here to support you with the resources you need for a successful journey.

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Graduate School Specific Policies

Graduate School policies and procedures are governed and approved by ��ֱ��app and the South Dakota Board of Regents. Utilize these policies as you complete your graduate degree. The Graduate School is here to support your success throughout your journey.

Graduate School Policies

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Graduate Council

The ��ֱ��app Graduate Council supports the vision of excellence for graduate education by ensuring quality control standards across disciplines. The council also provides support for the Graduate School and addresses key issues critical to the success of graduate programs.

Graduate Council

I looked all over the place for a graduate school because I wanted to contact the professor instead of just applying. ... No one gave me as many opportunities as this school could give me.

Skye Brugler , earning her Ph.D. in plant science