Accredited Nursing Schools & Programs in South Dakota
There are currently 25 accredited nursing programs evaluated across South Dakota. Choosing the right program requires analyzing key metrics such as institutional accreditation, hands-on clinical hours, total program tuition, and first-time NCLEX exam pass rates.
Nursing programs in South Dakota are evaluated based on institutional accreditation, clinical training hours, and board pass metrics. Prospective students must verify that their chosen curriculum fulfills all local state Board of Nursing prerequisites for licensure eligibility.
All South Dakota Nursing Programs
Augustana University
ABSNSioux Falls, SD • Accreditation: CCNE
Brookings, SD • Accreditation: CCNE
Mission, SD • Accreditation: CCNE
Sioux Falls, SD • Accreditation: CCNE
Sioux Falls, SD • Accreditation: CCNE
Sisseton, SD • Accreditation: CCNE
Sioux Falls, SD • Accreditation: CCNE
Stewart School
ABSNSioux Falls, SD • Accreditation: CCNE
Vermillion, SD • Accreditation: CCNE
Rapid City, SD • Accreditation: CCNE
Sioux Falls, SD • Accreditation: CCNE
Rapid City, SD • Accreditation: CCNE
Kyle, SD • Accreditation: CCNE
Aberdeen, SD • Accreditation: CCNE
Rapid City, SD • Accreditation: CCNE
Spearfish, SD • Accreditation: CCNE
Madison, SD • Accreditation: CCNE
Mitchell, SD • Accreditation: CCNE
Rapid City, SD • Accreditation: CCNE
Watertown, SD • Accreditation: CCNE
Mitchell, SD • Accreditation: CCNE
Yankton, SD • Accreditation: CCNE
Rapid City, SD • Accreditation: CCNE
Kairos University
ABSNSioux Falls, SD • Accreditation: CCNE
Essential Nursing Student Toolkit
3M Littmann Classic III Stethoscope
Gold standard diagnostic tool required across clinical rotations.
Nurse Notes NCLEX Guide
Comprehensive study guide tailored for Next Gen NCLEX board preparation.
Foldable Nursing Clipboard
Compact aluminum clipboard with quick-reference medical cheat sheets.
Sockwell Compression Socks
Graduated support socks to prevent fatigue during long clinical shifts.
Medical Penlight & Scissors Kit
Essential pocket kit featuring a diagnostic penlight and bandage shears.