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South Dakota State University
Brookings, South Dakota · Public university · Training programs available:
Address: 1004 Campanile Ave, Brookings, SD 57007 · Phone: (800) 952-3541 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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South Dakota State University is a public university in Brookings, South Dakota offering phlebotomy classes, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and other bodies.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, median graduate debt is $23,250 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $55,070; this campus's completion rate is not reported.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for South Dakota State University; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including Pell Grants, can be used, and about 16.8% of students receive Pell.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phlebotomists | $31,360 | $39,560 | $43,100 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
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
South Dakota State University is a public university located in Brookings, South Dakota, in a remote-town setting. The school is accredited, with recognition from bodies including the Higher Learning Commission, the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education, the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education, and the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here (Title IV eligible). Within its broader academic offerings, the campus awards a trade-oriented credential in phlebotomy classes, with 3 completers reported in federal data.
Federal Scorecard data shows a state average completion rate of 73.8%, though this specific campus's completion rate and how it compares to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. Median debt for graduates is reported at $23,250, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $55,070. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 16.8% of students receive Pell Grants, and total undergraduate enrollment is 9,198.
Given the university's scale and its single reported trade program in phlebotomy, this listing may be most useful to students exploring a short, focused credential alongside a large public university's broader offerings, rather than someone seeking a dedicated trade school environment. Career changers should confirm program length, format, and schedule directly with the school before enrolling. To verify accreditation status and review the latest federal outcome data, consult the school directly or the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Federal data lists one trade-related program family at this campus: phlebotomy classes, with 3 completers reported.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, South Dakota State University is accredited. Accreditors include the Higher Learning Commission, the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education, the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education, and the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, meaning FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used. About 16.8% of students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
This campus's specific completion rate is not reported in federal data. The state average completion rate is 73.8%, but a direct comparison for this campus is not reported.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is reported at $23,250, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $55,070, 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 directly at (800) 952-3541 or via https://www.sdstate.edu/ for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
South Dakota State University is a public institution, which typically means lower in-state tuition and public accountability standards compared to for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length for the phlebotomy classes offered here is not reported in this data; contact the school to confirm the schedule and duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can review accreditation status and federal outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?219356.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not report program length or schedule for the phlebotomy program, so fit for adult career changers cannot be confirmed from this data alone; contact the school directly to discuss options.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach South Dakota State University at (800) 952-3541 or through its website at https://www.sdstate.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on other nearby schools offering phlebotomy training is not included in this listing's federal data; check the College Scorecard for nearby options.
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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.