School Highlights
National American University-Rapid City serves 903 students (17% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the state community college average of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 24%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 903 students
- Private-state tuition: $13,287
- Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
- Minority enrollment: 59%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
National American University-Rapid City ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 80% over five years.
National American University-Rapid City
(SD) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
47 staff
71 staff
Student Body
The student population of National American University-Rapid City has declined by 54% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 has increased from 6:1 over five years.
The National American University-Rapid City diversity score of 0.74 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
903 students
843 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
18:1
# Full-Time Students
151 students
151 students
# Part-Time Students
752 students
692 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
610 students
206 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
89 students
145 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
62 students
62 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
678 students
655 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
74 students
74 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
3%
5%
% Asian
1%
1%
% Hispanic
14%
5%
% Black
26%
6%
% White
41%
76%
% Hawaiian
1%
1%
% Two or more races
2%
2%
% Non Resident races
4%
n/a
% Unknown races
7%
4%
Diversity Score
0.74
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
11%
11%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$41,200
$36,600
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $13,287 is equal to the state average of $13,287. The private state tuition has declined by 15% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$13,287
$13,287
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
29%
84%
Median Debt for Graduates
$24,384
$12,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$12,497
$5,500
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does National American University-Rapid City cost?
National American University-Rapid City's private state tuition is approximately $13,287.
What schools are National American University-Rapid City often compared to?
National American University-Rapid Cityis often viewed alongside schools like Western Dakota Technical College by visitors of our site.
What is National American University-Rapid City's ranking?
National American University-Rapid City ranks among the top 20% of community college in South Dakota for: Diversity in US community colleges.
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