Sisseton-Wahpeton College

Sisseton-Wahpeton College Overview

Sisseton-Wahpeton College is a public school in a rural setting in Sisseton, South Dakota. Sisseton Wahpeton College was founded in 1979 and enrolls 115 undergrads and no graduate students. Sisseton Wahpeton College ensures on-campus housing for up to 36 students. The majority of students live on campus but first-year students are not required to live in the dorms. On the weekends, about 50% of students stay on-campus and participate in campus events and social life.

📆 Mark your calendar! The final application deadline for Fall 2023 is August 19.

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2022 Sisseton Wahpeton College Facts At-A-Glance
Academic Calendar	Semester
Early Decision Acceptance Rate	ED not offered
Early Action Acceptance Rate	EA not offered
In-State Tuition	$3,850
Out-of-State	$3,850
Percent of Need Met	56%
Average First-Year Financial Aid Package	$5,672

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Is Sisseton Wahpeton College a Good School?

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There is no one way to define a "good" college or university. Admissions difficulty, admitted student statistics, tuition, and financial aid can all provide a sense of how selective a college is.

Let's take a closer look at these areas to get a better idea of what Sisseton Wahpeton College offers and if the school seems like a good fit for you.

Retention and Graduation Rates at Sisseton Wahpeton College

Retention refers to the number of students that stay enrolled at a school over time. This is a way to get a sense of how satisfied students are with their school experience, and if they have the support necessary to succeed in college.

The average six-year graduation rate for U.S. colleges and universities is 61% for public schools, and 67% for private, non-profit schools.

Job Outlook Sisseton Wahpeton College Graduates

Job placement rates after graduation and average starting salaries can all give important clues about the value of a degree from a specific school. 65% of graduates from Sisseton Wahpeton College recieve at least one full-time job offer within six months of graduating.

Check with Sisseton Wahpeton College directly, for information on any information on starting salaries for recent grads.

Tuition and Financial Aid at Sisseton Wahpeton College

Cost is another important factor when choose a college. Some colleges may have high tuition, but do a better job at meeting students' financial need.

Sisseton Wahpeton College meets 56% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $5,672 a year.

The 2023-2024 FAFSA Opened on October 1st, 2022

Some financial aid is available on a first-come, first-served basis, so fill out the FAFSA early. Visit the FAFSA website to apply for student aid. Remember, the first F in FAFSA stands for FREE! You should never have to pay to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), so don't give your money (or info!) to any website that claim you do.

Learn more about Tuition and Financial Aid at Sisseton Wahpeton College.

Based on this information, does Sisseton Wahpeton College seem like a good fit? Remember, a school that is perfect for one person may be a terrible fit for another! So ask yourself: Is Sisseton Wahpeton College a good school for you?

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Where is Sisseton Wahpeton College?

Sisseton Wahpeton College is located in the rural setting of Sisseton, South Dakota.

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