Taking Learning Very Seriously

From pre-school to higher education, Sioux Falls is a community that understands the importance of quality education options. A commitment to lifetime learning is evident in the success of our students and the number and consistent excellence of our institutions.

[K-12 Education] [Post Secondary Education]

K-12 Education

Public Education

Sioux Falls has the largest public school district in South Dakota, serving over 20,000 students.  By providing a multitude of opportunities, technologies and programs that target specific needs, the public schools deliver education for all—one student at a time. 

The system is comprised of 24 elementary schools, 5 middle schools, and 4 high schools, including Joe Foss Alternative School.   A Career and Technical Education Academy for high school students will open in the fall of 2010.

The Sioux Falls School District recognizes the needs and benefits of implementing alternative school models to provide families and students with choice.  Specialized elementary schools are created around a specific subject area including fine arts; enriched and accelerated learning; math, science and technology, Spanish instruction / immersion; and parental involvement. 

www.sf.k12.sd.us

Non-Public Schools

Sioux Falls has many opportunities for elementary and secondary education in non-public schools.  Over a dozen non-public schools operate in Sioux Falls with a combined enrollment of approximately 3,800 students.  Religious denominations operating these schools include Roman Catholic, Lutheran Wisconsin Synod, Lutheran Missouri Synod, Christian Interdenominational, Baptist and Independent Fundamental. 

Special Needs Education

The Children's Care Hospital & School serves disabled children with therapy, education and special care to help them capitalize on individual capabilities. The South Dakota School for the Deaf provides academic and vocational education with programs from preschool through high school.

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Post Secondary

Augustana College

Religious residential liberal arts college established in 1860. Offers Bachelors degree in 46 majors and pre-professional specializations, Masters in Nursing, Education and Teaching.

Annual Enrollment: 1,700-1,800
Average # of Graduates: 300-400

2001 South Summit Avenue
Sioux Falls, SD 57197
800.727.2844 | 605.274.0770
www.augie.edu

University of Sioux Falls

Religious residential liberal arts university established in 1883. Offers AA, Bachelors, Masters and PhD ED.

Annual Enrollment: 1,600-1,700
Average # of Graduates: 400-500

1101 West 22nd Street
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
800.888.1047
www.usiouxfalls.edu

South Dakota Public Universities & Research Center

Extension campus, established in 1992, for six South Dakota public universities offering classes in Sioux Falls. Degrees conferred from home campus include Certificates, Bachelors, Masters and PhDs.

Annual Enrollment: 3,500

2205 Career Drive
Sioux Falls, SD 57107
605.367.5640
www.sduniversitycenter.org

Southeast Technical Institute

Technical institute providing training in over 40 programs and offering Associate in Applied Science Degrees, Diplomas or Certificates. Established in 1978.

Annual Enrollment: 2,200-2,400
Average # of Graduates: 600-700

2320 North Career Avenue
Sioux Falls, SD 57107
800.247.0789
www.southeasttech.edu

Sanford School of Medicine of
The University of South Dakota

Primary clinical campus (years 3-4) of the University of South Dakota medical school. Five residency programs are offered : Internal Medicine, Pathology, Psychiatry, Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, and Transitional. The School of Medicine was established in 1907.

Average # of Graduates: 50

1400 West 22nd Street
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
605.357.1300
www.usd.edu/med

Colorado Technical University

Established in 1992 providing career-oriented education at the Associate, Bachelor and Master degree levels.

Annual Enrollment: 900-1,000
Average # of Graduates: 200-400

3901 West 57th Street
Sioux Falls, SD 57108
866.498.5570
www.coloradotech.edu

National American University

Established in 1974 offering Associate, Bachelors and an on-line MBA degree.

Annual Enrollment: 350-450
Average # of Graduates: 100-150

2801 South Kiwanis Avenue #100
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
605.336.4600
www.national.edu

Sioux Falls Seminary

Graduate theological institution that relocated to Sioux Falls in 1949 offering Masters and Doctoral degrees.

Annual Enrollment: 150-200
Average # of Graduates: 20-50

1525 South Grange Avenue
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
800.440.6227 | 605.336.6588
www.sfseminary.edu

Kilian Community College

Private Community college established in 1977.

Annual Enrollment: 300-400
Average # of Graduates: 50-100

300 East 6th Street
Sioux Falls, SD 57103
800.888.1147 | 605.221.3100
www.kilian.edu

Mount Marty College

The Sioux Falls campus houses the Nurse Anesthesia Graduate Program conferring a Master of Science Degree upon completion. Program moved to Sioux Falls in 1994.

3932 South Western Avenue
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
605.322.8090
www.mtmc.edu

Bellevue University

Sioux Falls program was established in 2003 on the campus of Southeast Technical Institute offering career-relevant degree programs.

Annual Enrollment: 75-100

Mickelson Education Building
2320 N. Career Avenue, Room 117
Sioux Falls, SD 57107
605.335.8010
www.bellevue.edu

Globe University/Minnesota School of Business

Sioux Falls campus was established in 2007 offering masters, bachelors and associate degrees and diplomas.

Annual Enrollment: 75-100

5101 South Broadband Lane
Sioux Falls, SD 57108
866.437.0705 | 605.977.0705
www.globeuniversity.edu

Stewart School

Established in 1950 providing cosmetology, esthetics, and nail technology education.

604 North West Avenue
Sioux Falls, SD 57104
605.336.2775
www.stewartschool.com

 

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