Learning Drives Us Forward
Before We Lead, We Learn
At the South Dakota Board of Regents, our job is to advance the state of South Dakota through teaching, research, and a dedication to service. Our system is made up of eight institutions, including six public universities and two schools serving special K-12 populations: the deaf and the visually impaired.
Choose Your School
Not only do our universities help shape the state’s economy, but they also help shape its future by developing the next generation of South Dakota’s leaders. If you have a career goal—whether it be in agriculture, business, cyber security, health science, law, or engineering—a state university has a program to get you there.
South Dakota Board of Regents Announces Presidential Search for Northern State University
The South Dakota Board of Regents has officially begun the search for the next president of Northern State University (NSU) in Aberdeen, South Dakota. Serving around 3,500 students on a 75-acre campus, NSU is recognized for its quality instruction, community engagement, and a range of extracurricular activities. As a regional comprehensive university, it meets educational and workforce needs in business, academics, the arts, and sciences, offering personalized teaching and flexible online programs.
CANDIDATE PROFILE & APPLICATION PROCESS
The Board of Regents seeks a forward-thinking, collaborative leader capable of building upon NSU’s existing strengths as a regional comprehensive university. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellence in academic leadership, innovation in student services, engagement with faculty and community partners, and strategic campus stewardship.
Applicants must submit all materials electronically, and priority consideration will be given to applications received by September 24, 2025. All applications will remain confidential except for those individuals selected to participate in on-campus interviews.
Your Journey Starts Here.
The freedom offered by South Dakota’s public universities goes far beyond academics.
It’s about more than just hitting the books – it’s about the freedom to grow, explore new horizons, and embrace opportunities that may not have been possible anywhere else. In South Dakota, students have the autonomy to shape their own futures. Take advantage of this opportunity to invest in your future without compromising on quality. When you choose South Dakota, you choose to embark on your life’s journey of academic excellence and financial independence.
Thanks to virtually flat tuition rates for the past five years, students and their families can plan for higher education with greater financial certainty. In fact, this year’s graduating class is paying the same price per credit hour as they were in their first year, based on a four-year graduation plan. With stable tuition rates, students can focus on their future without the added pressure of rising costs, allowing them to graduate with less debt and more opportunities.