South Dakota State University

South Dakota State University College of Pharmacy is located in Brookings, South Dakota. The College of Pharmacy has been in existence at the university since 2007 and provides a state-of-the-art facility at the Avera Health and Science Center that includes classroom space, lecture halls, laboratory facilities, office space and a resource center for students, giving wonderful facilities that are perfect for a high quality learning environment when working towards a degree. The College of Pharmacy teaches a patient-centered approach in order for pharmacists to provide a high level of care.

The College of Pharmacy at South Dakota State university offers programs that leads to a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree as well as a Ph.D. program in Pharmaceutical Sciences for those who might be interested in an academic or pharmaceutical industry career for themselves. Tuition at the school for an in-state resident is $17,065.20 per year during the first three years of school and then $23,382.00 for the fourth year. Out-of-state residents pay a tuition of $25,449.00 for the first three years and then $35,958.00 for the fourth year of school. Residents of Minnesota, a close neighbor of South Dakota, can attend the school for slightly lower rates than those of other out-of-state locations. The school provides classes and programs highlighting the Pharmaceutical Sciences, Administration of pharmacy business and practical experience in the community.