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National American University-Rapid City
Rapid City, South Dakota · Private for-profit university · Training programs available:
Address: 5301 Mount Rushmore Road, Rapid City, SD 57701 · Phone: (605) 394-4800 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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National American University-Rapid City is a private for-profit trade school in Rapid City, SD offering medical billing & coding and cosmetology programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, graduates of National American University-Rapid City carry a median debt of $29,020 and earn a median of $37,325 ten years after entry; completion rate versus the 73.8% state average is not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for National American University-Rapid City in federal data, but the school participates in Title IV federal financial aid, and 57.1% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical records specialists | $36,920 | $51,610 | $63,130 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $32,090 | $49,800 | $56,200 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in South Dakota (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 10 | $27,586 | $25,484 | $12,920 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | $27,586 | $25,484 | $12,920 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Associate degree | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate degree | 1 | $25,606 | $29,277 | $34,597 |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
National American University-Rapid City is a private for-profit trade and career campus located in Rapid City, South Dakota, a small city locale. The school is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and participates in federal Title IV programs, meaning students can use FAFSA and Pell Grant funding to help cover costs. Its trade programs are concentrated in medical billing & coding (13 completers) and cosmetology (1 completer), with 4 program offerings total and 764 undergraduates enrolled overall.
Federal data shows 14 trade completers at this campus. The statewide average completion rate for similar programs is 73.8%, but this campus's own completion rate and its comparison to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates carry a median debt of $29,020, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $37,325. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 57.1% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of lower-income students attend this campus.
This campus may suit students seeking focused, program-specific training in medical billing & coding or cosmetology rather than a broad associate-degree pathway, though exact program lengths are not reported here. Adult and career-changer fit cannot be confirmed beyond the program mix listed. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the Higher Learning Commission and review outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
This campus offers medical billing & coding programs (13 completers) and cosmetology programs (1 completer), totaling 4 program offerings.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, and its accreditation status is listed as accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grant funding.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The campus's completion rate and its comparison to the South Dakota state average of 73.8% are not reported for this campus in federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $29,020, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $37,325, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (605) 394-4800 for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition pricing and financial aid options compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for schedule details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Higher Learning Commission and review federal outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?219204.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not report program lengths or scheduling details needed to assess fit for adult career-changers; contact the school to discuss options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; check with the school or your state's licensing board.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school at (605) 394-4800 or visit https://www.national.edu/locations/campuses/rapid-city/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported for this campus; check the College Scorecard for side-by-side data on similar institutions.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.