Business School at Northern State University
Public university ยท Aberdeen, South Dakota
Northern State University is a public university with graduate business programs in Aberdeen, South Dakota. The institution is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Federal reporting puts graduate enrollment at 539 students, alongside 1,273 undergraduates. Total enrollment is not MBA cohort size - ask the admissions office how many students are in the specific program you're considering, which is usually a far smaller number and the one that shapes your experience.
It is the only school in Aberdeen in this directory - the other 1 business school option in South Dakota is elsewhere in the state, so weigh travel time against fit before ruling them out.
What to ask Northern State University
These questions are picked from what MBA Lab's data already says about this school, so they're the ones most likely to surface a real difference between it and the next school on your list.
- Residency and tuition tier. As a public institution, Northern State University may price in-state and out-of-state students differently, and some programs charge a flat rate regardless. Ask which tier you'd fall into and whether it changes after a year of residency.
At a glance
| Institution | Northern State University |
|---|---|
| Control | public |
| Location | Aberdeen, South Dakota |
| Campus setting | Town |
| Carnegie class | Master's college or university (smaller programs) |
| MBA formats listed | |
| Graduate enrollment | 539 |
| Undergraduate enrollment | 1,273 |
| Institutional accreditation | Higher Learning Commission |
| Official site | Visit website |
| Net price calculator | Estimate your cost |
| Federal data | College Scorecard profile |
School names, locations, and program formats are curated by MBA Lab and reviewed periodically (last data update: August 2026). Enrollment, accreditation, links, and any outcome figures come from U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard (June 2026 release). Always verify formats, deadlines, and costs on the school's official admissions pages. How this data works.
Compare with other schools in South Dakota
| School | City | AACSB | Formats listed | Earnings, 1 yr out |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern State University This page | Aberdeen | — | Not reported | |
| University of South Dakota | Vermillion | Yes | MBA, Online MBA | $76,293 |
"Not reported" means College Scorecard publishes no figure for that school - usually too few federally-aided graduates to release without identifying them. It is not a low number, and these schools are excluded from every average on this page rather than counted as zero. A dash under AACSB means the school isn't on AACSB's accredited list; it may hold ACBSP or IACBE accreditation instead, which this directory doesn't track.
Frequently asked questions
What MBA formats does Northern State University offer?
MBA Lab's directory lists an MBA path at Northern State University. Check the school's official site for current formats such as online, evening, or executive options.
Is Northern State University a public or private institution?
Northern State University is a public university, and MBA Lab lists its graduate business programs in Aberdeen, South Dakota. It is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
How do I compare Northern State University with other schools in South Dakota?
MBA Lab lists 2 schools in its South Dakota business schools directory. Use a consistent rubric across them: curriculum, recruiting outcomes, format fit, cost after aid, and location constraints.
Where should I verify program details?
Always confirm formats, deadlines, and costs on the school's official admissions pages. MBA Lab is a planning directory, not an admissions authority, and does not endorse specific schools.
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