South Dakota State University Testing Policy

Test Optional: Yes

Self-Reporting Allowed: Yes

South Dakota State University is test optional, allowing students the choice to apply without submitting standardized test scores. The university also permits self-reporting of scores, meaning applicants can report their test scores on their applications without needing to submit official score reports. Among applicants, 2% choose to submit SAT scores, while a significant 81% submit ACT scores. This indicates that many students prefer the ACT, and the combined percentage exceeds 100% because some students submit both SAT and ACT scores.