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National American University-Rapid City

Rapid City, SD·For-Profit·www.national.edu/locations/campuses/rapid-city/
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Campus Identity

Ski TownPhD Programs

National American University-Rapid City is a private for-profit university in Rapid City, SD. Ski resorts are within 30 miles of campus.

At a Glance

National American University-Rapid City is a private for-profit university in Rapid City, SD. Ski resorts are within 30 miles of campus.

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$16,065
2024-25 Tuition
$31,062
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Campus Lifestyle

National American University-Rapid City is a under 1,000, urban school. The campus is 30 miles from Terry Peak Ski Area.

School Size & Setting

Under 1,000

Urban setting

Ski Access

30 miles

Terry Peak Ski Area

Weather

Cold Climate

39°F avg school-year

Ski Town

National American University-Rapid City students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Terry Peak Ski Area, 30 miles away with 5 lifts and 450 skiable acres. All are within 178 miles of campus.

30 mi away
450 skiable acres5 lifts
31 mi away
500 skiable acres4 lifts
178 mi away
92 skiable acres2 lifts

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Rapid City, SD

Rapid City has a cool climate, with winters averaging 25°F in Jan and summers peaking around 71°F in Jul.

25°Jan26°Feb35°Mar43°Apr53°May64°Jun71°Jul70°Aug60°Sep47°Oct35°Nov27°Dec

Station: RAPID CITY 4 NW · Source: NOAA NCEI

Cost Breakdown

2024-25 academic year. Tuition: College Scorecard. Fees and room & board: IPEDS/NCES.

Tuition
$16,065
Fees
$675
Total
$16,740
$31,062avg net price / year

What students actually pay after grants and scholarships. Source: College Scorecard.

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Fields of Study

72 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Business Administration, Management and OperationsMaster's
55 grads/yr$67,959
Business Administration, Management and OperationsBachelor's
47 grads/yr$57,756
Health and Medical Administrative ServicesBachelor's
21 grads/yr$52,803
Air TransportationBachelor's
19 grads/yr
Homeland SecurityMaster's
14 grads/yr$107,332

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Educational Administration and Supervision
Doctoral grads$122,907
Homeland Security
Master's14 grads$107,332
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's$89,319
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Bachelor's grads$83,078
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Master's55 grads$67,959
Human Resources Management and Services
Bachelor's4 grads$67,025
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Bachelor's10 grads$64,936
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Certificate$62,235
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management
Bachelor's6 grads$58,897
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Bachelor's47 grads$57,756

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is National American University-Rapid City located?

National American University-Rapid City is located in Rapid City, SD. The main campus address is 4020 Jackson Boulevard Suite 1, Rapid City, SD. It is a private institution offering 4-year degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend National American University-Rapid City?

For the 2024-25 academic year, National American University-Rapid City charges $16,065/year in tuition. Including room and board, the total estimated cost is approximately $15,660/year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $31,062/year — what students actually pay. Use National American University-Rapid City's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is National American University-Rapid City the right fit for me?

Whether National American University-Rapid City is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, avg net price ($31,062/year after aid), campus culture in Rapid City, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh National American University-Rapid City against similar schools side-by-side.

Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with National American University-Rapid City directly for the most current information.

Quick Facts

Type
For-Profit
Location
Rapid City, SD
Size
Under 1,000
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral, Certificates
School Year Weather
Cold · 39°F avg
Nearest Airport
Rapid City, SD (RCA) · 11 mialso RAP (12 mi), CDR (85 mi)

Location

Rapid City, SD

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.