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Sioux Falls Seminary

Type 4 year, Private
Business Model Non Profit
Campus locale City: Midsize
Degrees offered Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system 4-1-4
Student body size Small
Religious affiliation Baptist
Student to faculty ratio 2 to 1
Acceptance rate 62%
Students retention rate 80%

Located in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Sioux Falls Seminary is a private, non profit institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The university operates on a 4-1-4 calendar system, allowing students to engage in intensive study during the two shorter terms. This unique academic structure provides students with the opportunity to explore specialized areas of interest or complete internships, enhancing their overall educational experience.

Sioux Falls Seminary is accredited by the Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 2-to-1, Sioux Falls Seminary emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

Sioux Falls Seminary boasts an impressive student retention rate of 80% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 65% and 74%, respectively.


  • Accredited by: Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

62.1%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$3,600

Cost of attendance at Sioux Falls Seminary in 2022 for students from South Dakota.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

South Dakota's average $8,020
National average $30,235

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$3,600

Cost of attendance at Sioux Falls Seminary in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

South Dakota's average $10,613
National average $30,238

Service Offerings

Sioux Falls Seminary provides the following additional services to its students
  • Academic/career counseling services

Educational Offerings

Sioux Falls Seminary offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic

Veteran Services

  • Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)