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College of Natural Sciences

College of Natural Sciences

Our Departments

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Biology and Microbiology

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Chemistry, Biochemistry and Physics

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Geography and Geospatial Sciences

Our Mission

The College of Natural Sciences provides a robust, integrative academic experience to foster student success, opportunities to explore the frontiers of knowledge through advanced innovative research and demonstrates excellence in accordance with the South Dakota State University’s land-grant mission.

Fast Facts

Number or Personnel

70

Faculty

30

Staff and Postdocs

Number of Students

650+

Undergraduate

140+

Graduate

What We Do

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Undergraduate Research

Undergraduate students are provided access to facilities and research opportunities within the first few years, providing them hands on experience to what they are interested in and studying.

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Expanding the Classroom

Students have access to internships and study abroad programs, expanding their learning environment possibilities outside of the classroom.

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Facilities

Cutting edge and nationally ranked equipment and facilities at the fingertips of our students.

Connecting

Gaining a Community

There are many exciting things one can do in the STEM World! Even more, there are many people to share them with. Students organizations, pre-professional advisors and accessible professors will all provide lifetime connections and support throughout the student's time.

Where We Are

 

Come Visit Us

We welcome anyone to visit and get an insight look on what to expect. Explore SDSU from anywhere, anytime, allowing you to get your questions answered directly from faculty and students. Virtual tours are available!

 

Outreach

Looking for a field trip idea? Do you work with curious minds? Are you in need of guest speakers to connect with in-person or remotely? Contact us today and we can review how the College of Natural Sciences can provide.

Explore Our Majors And Careers

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Find the start of your journey today!

There are so many paths you can take to achieve your ultimate goal. In the College of Natural Sciences, we're here to help guide along the way.

College of Natural Sciences News

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Avera Wokini Scholarship program going strong

Established in 2018, the Avera Wokini Scholarship provides $5,000 annual scholarships to selected students at South Dakota State University who are enrolled members of federally recognized tribes and pursuing a degree in the health care field. The scholarship is renewable for up to five years.
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SDSU shatters enrollment records, climbs to more than 12,000 students

A record first-year class and record retention moved enrollment at South Dakota State University to 12,065 students for the fall 2024 semester, the highest enrollment at SDSU since 2018. Enrollment figures were released earlier today by the South Dakota Board of Regents.

SDSU researchers to develop soil moisture mapping capabilities 

A collaborative project from South Dakota State University, South Dakota Mines and Oglala Lakota College will develop novel algorithms needed for soil moisture mapping — an essential tool for helping farmers with their agricultural management decisions.