Best colleges for Allied Health Diagnostic in South Dakota
Ranked by graduate earnings
Southeast Technical College, South Dakota State University and Mitchell Technical College award the most Allied Health Diagnostic degrees and certificates in South Dakota: 83, 27 and 25 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 11 South Dakota colleges offer Allied Health Diagnostic and award 242 degrees and certificates a year in all.
The Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions program prepares students for a variety of roles within the healthcare sector. This program focuses on equipping students with the skills necessary to provide…
Top 3 institutions, ranked by graduate earnings
Ranked by median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard. Programs with fewer than 20 graduates a year, a graduation rate under 30%, or online, degree-completion or graduate-only status rank after the rest.
| # | Institution | Starting salary (1 yr) | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Southeast Technical College Sioux Falls Public · Associate degree | $73,361 | 83 | 59% | — | $23,500 |
| 2 | Mitchell Technical College Mitchell Public · Associate degree | $58,960 | 25 | 76% | — | $14,750 |
| 3 | Western Dakota Technical College Rapid City Public · Associate degree Small program | $54,737 | 12 | 54% | — | $18,081 |
Colleges awarding the most Allied Health Diagnostic degrees in South Dakota
Top 10 by graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25 completions). Online, degree-completion and graduate-only schools, and schools with a graduation rate under 30% are listed in full below.
| # | Institution | Graduates / yr | Starting salary (1 yr) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Southeast Technical College Sioux Falls Public | 83 | $73,361 |
| 2 | South Dakota State University Brookings Public | 27 | Not reported |
| 3 | Mitchell Technical College Mitchell Public | 25 | $58,960 |
| 4 | Lake Area Technical College Watertown Public | 23 | Not reported |
| 5 | University of South Dakota Vermillion Public | 23 | Not reported |
| 6 | University of Sioux Falls Sioux Falls Private not-for-profit | 19 | Not reported |
| 7 | Sanford Medical Center Sioux Falls Private not-for-profit | 14 | Not reported |
| 8 | Western Dakota Technical College Rapid City Public | 12 | $54,737 |
| 9 | Augustana University Sioux Falls Private not-for-profit | 7 | Not reported |
| 10 | Dakota Wesleyan University Mitchell Private not-for-profit | 5 | Not reported |
ShowHide the other 1 South Dakota colleges offering Allied Health Diagnostic
| Institution | City | Control | Graduates / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Marty University | Yankton | Private not-for-profit | 4 |
Career outlook
What this program leads to: Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (SOC 29-2032).
Top skills
What Diagnostic Medical Sonographers earn in South Dakota
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Common questions
Answers for students comparing Allied Health Diagnostic programs in South Dakota.
Which South Dakota colleges award the most Allied Health Diagnostic degrees?+
Southeast Technical College (83 graduates a year), South Dakota State University (27 graduates a year) and Mitchell Technical College (25 graduates a year) award the most Allied Health Diagnostic degrees and certificates in South Dakota, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 11 South Dakota colleges offer Allied Health Diagnostic.
Which Allied Health Diagnostic program in South Dakota has the highest-earning graduates?+
By median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard, Southeast Technical College tops the list at $73,361. Compare it against graduates a year, graduation rate, cost, and debt in the ranked table above.
How much do Diagnostic Medical Sonographers earn in South Dakota?+
The average annual wage for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in South Dakota is $77,220 (median $80,820), across about 370 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
What is the focus of the Allied Health Diagnostic program?+
The Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions program prepares students for a variety of roles within the healthcare sector. This program focuses on equipping students with the skills necessary to provide…
What skills will I develop in this program?+
You will develop active listening, speaking, reading comprehension, monitoring, and related professional skills.
What is the job outlook for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers?+
The national job outlook is about +13.0% growth with around 5,800 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).
What is the typical education requirement?+
A Associate's degree is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).
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