South Dakota · Statistics

Best Statistics institutions in South Dakota, ranked by earnings

The Statistics program focuses on the collection, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of data. This field is essential for making informed decisions based on quantitative information and is suitable for students interested in…

Institutions
1
offering CIP 27.05
States offered
9
with a program page
Degrees / yr
4
IPEDS completions 2026
Median grad earnings
1 year after graduation
With earnings data
0
College Scorecard
Median net price
IPEDS 2026
Avg graduation rate
62%
IPEDS 2026
State pay · Statisticians
BLS OEWS 2024

1 institutions offering Statistics in South Dakota

Graduate earnings are not yet reported for these institutions; ordered by completions.

#InstitutionGrad earnings (1 yr)CompletionsGrad rateNet priceMedian debt
1South Dakota State University
Brookings Public
462%

Career outlook

What this program leads to: Statisticians (SOC 15-2041).

Projected growth (2024–2034)
+8.5%
Much faster than average
Openings / yr (US)
~2,000
BLS Employment Projections
US median wage
$103,300
typically Master's degree

Top skills

MathematicsReading ComprehensionCritical ThinkingSpeakingActive ListeningActive Learning

What Statisticians earn in South Dakota

Jobs in South Dakota
BLS OEWS May 2024
State average pay
annual
Best-paying metro

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Common questions

Answers for students comparing Statistics programs in South Dakota.

What is the focus of the Statistics program?+

The Statistics program focuses on the collection, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of data. This field is essential for making informed decisions based on quantitative information and is suitable for students interested in…

What skills will I develop in this program?+

You will develop mathematics, reading comprehension, critical thinking, speaking, and related professional skills.

What is the job outlook for Statisticians?+

The national job outlook is about +8.5% growth with around 2,000 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).

What is the typical education requirement?+

A Master's degree is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).

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