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South Dakota, USA
The University of South Dakota (or informally USD or the U) is a public coeducational research university located in the small town community of Vermillion, South Dakota. USD was established by the Dakota Territory legislature in 1862, 27 years before the establishment of the state of South Dakota(first classes held 1882 in the Clay County Courthouse), USD is the oldest public university in the state.
USD is located on an attractive 274-acre campus in Vermillion, a small community nestled along the bluffs above the Missouri River in the southeast corner of South Dakota. Vermillion serves as a safe, welcoming host for the university and recreational and cultural opportunities abound in town, the nearby countryside and in neighboring communities.
USD has the following top undergraduate fields of study; Nursing, Business, Health Science, Elementary Education, Kinesiology, Sport Science, Biology/Medical Biology, Criminal Justice, Psychology, Accounting and Media & Journalism.
Forbes ranked USD as one of “America’s Top Colleges” as based on the quality of the educational experiences at 650 national institutions and highlights faculty expertise, career prospects, and emphasizes financial prudence, so students can make an informed, consumer choice when it comes to selection a college or university
It's been called "elegant," "eye-catching" and "naturally beautiful" with a "striking combination of old and new structures." Most of all, it's called "home" by our students, faculty and staff. Come and experience the beauty of USD for yourself.
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