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General Information About Black Hills State University The Mission of the College of Education is to prepare competent, confident, and caring professionals. Competent graduates demonstrate broad knowledge and apply research-based instructional practices; they reflect and think critically to impact all students. Graduates exhibit confidence in their ability to positively affect student learning, behavior and motivation.Caring graduates establish relationships in an environment of mutual respect and rapport as evidenced by all students feeling valued and safe. The College of Education is charged with the responsibility of providing leadership in the development and enhancement of the professional competencies for those individuals who seek to provide educational services. Black Hills State University has the largest teacher education program in the state. The undergraduate degree awarded is the Bachelor of Science in Education. As an educational student, you can major in Elementary School Education, Secondary School Education, Special Education, Physical Education or the composite major in Early Childhood Special Education. You may also choose to major in one of two non-teaching majors: Outdoor Education, or Exercise Science Management. Teaching minors are also offered in American Indian Studies, Art, Athletic Coaching, Biology, Chemistry, Early Childhood, Earth Science, Economics, ESL, English, Geography, History, Industrial Technology, Library Media, Math, Music-Vocal, Music-Instrumental, Physical Education, Physics, Political Science, Middle School, Reading, Sociology, Spanish, Speech and Theater. The educational experience at Black Hills State University is designed to be intellectually stimulating and socially challenging while preparing you for a productive teaching career. Educational faculties are highly trained, genuinely caring and deeply committed to training the highest quality teachers possible. A Master of Science degree program in curriculum and instruction is also offered with specializations in Educational Technology, Math, Science and Reading.
Institutional statistical data was gathered from the U.S. Department of Education - Institute of Education Sciences, National Center for Education Statistics.Institution Type - 4-year, Public
Special Learning Opportunities - ROTC (Army)
- Distance learning opportunities
- Study abroad
- Weekend/evening college
Student Services - Remedial services
- Academic/career counseling service
- Employment services for students
- Placement services for completers
- On-campus day care for students' children
Credit Accepted - Dual credit
- Advanced placement (AP) credits
Religious Affiliation - Not applicable
Federal Aid - Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans).
Degrees/Certificates offered - Associate's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Postbaccalaureate certificate
- Master's degree
Campus Setting - Town: Remote
Disability Services Student - 3% or Less
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Admission Total Applicants 1,578 Percent Admitted 70% Men Admitted 70% Women Admitted 70% Full Time Retention Rate 62% -
Submitted ACT & SAT Scores
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25th Percentile Score 75th Percentile Score -
25th Percentile Score 75th Percentile Score Composite 18 23 English 17 23 Math 17 24
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Tuition & Fees 09-10 Tuition & Fees $6,641 Room & Board Charge $5,524 Books & Supplies Cost $800 Dorm Capacity 788 -
Total Financial Aid Amounts Issued Pell Grants $3,417,602 Other Federal Grants $242,153 Scholarships & Fellowships $5,278,568 Discount Applied to Tuition/Fee $2,078,495 Average Grant Dollars Issued $75,500 Avg. Scholarship and Fellowships $2,639,284 -
Student Demographics Total Enrolled 5,914 Native American 242 Asian 48 African American 37 Hispanic 80 Enrolled FullTime Undergraduates 2,685 Enrolled FullTime Graduates 13