The cost of an education at some South Dakota schools will be going up next year.

The Board of Regents announced at their most recent meeting Thursday that tuition will increase 2.9% at five public universities, including SDSU, and 5% at the South Dakota School of Mines.

“This adjustment is necessary to address rising operational costs and inflationary pressures, but we remain steadfast in our mission to provide accessible, high-value education for our students.” Regents President Tim Rave said.

Tuition in South Dakota increased 5.1% from 2021 to 2025, with the Regents implementing a tuition freeze for five consecutive years, including 2024.

“Higher education is a powerful investment for the future, and we are dedicated to keeping that investment as affordable as possible,” Executive Director Nathan Lukkes said.

The new rates will be in effect from the 2025 summer term to the 2026 spring term for Black Hills State University, Dakota State University, Northern State University, South Dakota State University and the University of South Dakota.

According to the board, the South Dakota School of Mines will receive a 5% increase to “align the institution with their peer universities and help support their special focus mission.”