Welcome to the University of Sioux Falls, where we are dedicated to providing a high-quality, private Christian education that is both accessible and affordable. We offer a range of university scholarships and alternative funding methods to help ease the financial burden on our students, ensuring that the cost of college is more manageable. At the University of Sioux Falls, we believe that investing in your education shouldn't mean sacrificing your financial stability. Explore our tuition and cost details to see how USF can be a feasible and rewarding choice for your academic journey.
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USF Tuition and Costs for 2026-27
Undergraduate Direct Costs for 2026-27
Tuition & Fees Cost Full-time Tuition $23,100 General University Fee $700
Meal Plan Cost Block Meal Plan $4,510 Unlimited Meal Plan $4,860
Residence Hall Options Cost (Based on Double Occupancy) Kroske Hall $4,460 Burgess Hall $4,460 Grand Island Hall $4,460 Sullivan Faith & Living Center $5,630 Mary Collier Baker Hall $5,840 John & Ann Collier Living Center $5,840
Undergraduate Indirect Costs for 2026-27
Indirect Item Cost Books and Supplies $1,000 Transportation $1,870 Personal Expenses $2,810 Loan Fees $80
Total cost of attendance for a student living on campus $40,050
USF Tuition and Costs for 2025-26
Undergraduate Direct Costs for 2025-26
Tuition & Fees Cost Full-time Tuition $22,200 General University Fee $700
Meal Plan Cost Block Meal Plan $4,290 Unlimited Meal Plan $4,630
Residence Hall Options Cost (Based on Double Occupancy) Kroske Hall $4,250 Burgess Hall $4,250 Grand Island Hall $4,250 Sullivan Hall $5,360 Collier Baker Hall $5,560 North Hall $5,560
Undergraduate Indirect Costs for 2025-26
Indirect Item Cost Books and Supplies $1,000 Transportation $1,820 Personal Expenses $2,730 Loan Fees $80
Total cost of attendance for a student living on campus $38,520
Per Credit Rates
Credit Type/Amount Cost Audit $210 1 to 9 Credits $425 10 and 11 Credits $640 General University Fee for Part-time Students $150 per semester Summer (2025) $425 Overload (Credits over 16) $425
Deposits
Applicable to new, first-time students only.
Deposit Type Cost Tuition Deposit $100 Housing Deposit $100
Complimentary Services
Parking / Parking Permits Student ID (replacement ID costs $25) Technology / Printing Transcript Fee (paper transcript, free; official electronic version, $6)
Course Fees
Course Cost Art Class $40 CPR Class $36 Private Music Lessons $425 Nursing Fee (only applies to the Traditional Nursing Program) $100 per nursing credit
Graduation Fees
Graduation Level Cost Undergraduate Graduation $100 Graduate Graduation $150 Doctoral Graduation $125
Degree-Specific Tuition & Costs
Program Credits Cost Per Credit Accelerated Nursing | Class of 2025 (January 2024 start ) 57-60 $450 Accelerated Nursing | Class of 2026 (January 2025 start ) 57-60 $450 View Indirect Costs
*LPNs entering the BSN program get 30 credits towards graduation based on their current LPN status.
M.Ed. Credits Cost Per Credit 2025-26 Master of Education in Educational Administration (Adult and Higher Education) 33 $415 Master of Education in Teaching* 34-35 $415 Master of Education in Educational Leadership 33 $415 View Indirect Costs
*Please note that K-12 majors (music, foreign language, physical education and art) will need an additional credit in methods
Ed.S. Credits Cost Per Credit 2025-26 Education Specialist in Educational Administration (Superintendent or Principal) 30 $415 View Indirect Costs
*USF alumni holding an Ed.S. degree will only need 30 credits .
Additional Resources
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Financial Aid
USF is among the most affordable institutions in the region. We’re here to explain USF’s financial aid details, processes and options for all students.
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Scholarships
USF provides merit-based and educational scholarships along with a listing of outside funding sources. Browse our full list of scholarships and find ways to fund your education.
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