National American University-Rapid City

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2022 Undergraduate Tuition

$15,390

2.7% growth from 2021

2022 Average Net Price

$23,855

After Financial Aid

2022 Enrolled Students

1,151

16.8% Full-Time

About

National American University-Rapid City is a higher education institution located in Pennington County, SD. In 2022, the most popular Masters Degree concentrations at National American University-Rapid City were General Business Administration & Management (61 degrees awarded), Strategic Intelligence (8 degrees), and Terrorism & Counterterrorism Operations (7 degrees).

In 2022, 332 degrees were awarded across all undergraduate and graduate programs at National American University-Rapid City. 53.9% of these degrees were awarded to women, and 46.1% awarded men. The most common race/ethnicity group of degree recipients was white (146 degrees), 1.62 times more than then the next closest race/ethnicity group, black or african american (90 degrees).

The median undergraduate tuition at National American University-Rapid City is $15,390, which is $−12,940 less than the national average for Baccalaureate Colleges ($28,330).

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Costs

In 2022, the median undergraduate tuition at National American University-Rapid City is $15,390, which is $12,940 less than the national average for Baccalaureate Colleges ($28,330).

After taking grants and loans into account, the average net price for students is $23,855.

In 2022, 59% of undergraduate students attending National American University-Rapid City received financial aid through grants. Comparatively, 58% of undergraduate students received financial aid through loans.

Tuition Costs

$15,390

2022 Undergraduate Tuition

In 2022, the cost of tuition at National American University-Rapid City was $15,390. The cost of tuition at National American University-Rapid City is $−12,940 less than than the overall (public and private) national average for Baccalaureate Colleges ($28,330).

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Average Net Price

$23,855

2022 Value

54.5%

1 Year Growth

In 2022 National American University-Rapid City had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $23,855. Between 2021 and 2022, the average net price of National American University-Rapid City grew by 54.5%.

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Average net price is calculated from full-time beginning undergraduate students who were awarded a grant or scholarship from federal, state or local governments, or the institution.

Other Student Expenses

$12,213

Room and Board

The average yearly cost of room and board at National American University-Rapid City was of $12,213 in 2022. The cost of room and board increased by 65.1% between 2021 and 2022.

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Financial Aid by Income Level

59%

Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants

58%

Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans

59% of undergraduate students at National American University-Rapid City received financial aid through grants or loans in 2022. This represents a decline of 4.84% with respect to 2021, when 62% of undergraduate students received financial aid.

This chart compares the average award discount at National American University-Rapid City (in red) with that of other similar universities.

The average award discount is the ratio between the average grant or scholarship value, and the cost, which is the sum of out-of-state tuition, room, board, book, supplies, and other expenses.

Enrollment

National American University-Rapid City had a total enrollment of 1,151 students in 2022. The full-time enrollment at National American University-Rapid City is 193 students and the part-time enrollment is 958. This means that 16.8% of students enrolled at National American University-Rapid City are enrolled full-time.

The enrolled student population at National American University-Rapid City, both undergraduate and graduate, is 41.4% White, 26.2% Black or African American, 12.9% Hispanic or Latino, 6.34% Two or More Races, 2.09% American Indian or Alaska Native, 1.82% Asian, and 0.434% Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islanders.

Students enrolled at National American University-Rapid City in full-time Undergraduate programs are most commonly White Male (30.6%), followed by White Female (24.5%) and Black or African American Male (13.3%). Students enrolled in full-time Graduate programs are most commonly White Female (21.1%), followed by Black or African American Male (17.9%) and Black or African American Female (14.7%).

Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment

16.8%

Full-Time Enrollment

The total enrollment at National American University-Rapid City in 2022, both undergraduate and graduate, is 1,151 students. The full-time enrollment at National American University-Rapid City is 193 and the part-time enrollment is 958. This means that 16.8% of students enrolled at National American University-Rapid City are enrolled full-time compared with N/A% at similar Baccalaureate Colleges.

This chart shows the full-time vs part-time enrollment status at National American University-Rapid City (in red) compares to similar universities.

Retention Rate over Time

33%

2022 Retention Rate

Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall. The retention rate for full-time undergraduates at National American University-Rapid City was 33%. Compared with the full-time retention rate at similar Baccalaureate Colleges (72%), National American University-Rapid City had a retention rate lower than its peers.

This chart shows the retention rate over time at National American University-Rapid City (highlighted in red) compares to similar universities.

Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity

Most Common Race or Ethnicity (2022)

White
477 enrolled students
Black or African American
302 enrolled students
Hispanic or Latino
149 enrolled students

The enrolled student population at National American University-Rapid City is 41.4% White, 26.2% Black or African American, 12.9% Hispanic or Latino, 6.34% Two or More Races, 2.09% American Indian or Alaska Native, 1.82% Asian, and 0.434% Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islanders. This includes both full-time and part-time students as well as graduate and undergraduates. By comparison, enrollment for all Baccalaureate Colleges is 54.3% White, 13.8% Hispanic or Latino, and 13.1% Black or African American.

Graduates

In 2022, 26 more women than men received degrees from National American University-Rapid City. The most common race/ethnicity group of degree recipients at National American University-Rapid City is white (146 degrees awarded). There were 1.62 times more white recipients than the next closest race/ethnicity group, black or african american (90 degrees).

The most common Masters Degree concentration at National American University-Rapid City is General Business Administration & Management (61 degrees awarded), followed by Strategic Intelligence (8 degrees) and Terrorism & Counterterrorism Operations (7 degrees).

In 2022, the most specialized majors across all degree types at National American University-Rapid City, meaning they have significantly more degrees awarded in that concentration than the national average across all institutions, are Applied Sciences (13 degrees awarded), Transportation (18 degrees), and Protective Services (63 degrees).

Common Jobs by Major

Accountants & auditors

Most Common Job

The most common jobs for people who hold a degree in one of the 5 most specialized majors at National American University-Rapid City are Accountants & auditors (1,043,952 people), Other managers (812,156 people), Software developers (668,092 people), Financial managers (506,614 people), and Chief executives & legislators (405,994 people).

The most specialized majors at National American University-Rapid City in 2022 are Applied Sciences (13 degrees awarded), Transportation (18 degrees), Protective Services (63 degrees), Business (146 degrees), and Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services (24 degrees) (as of 2022).

Highest Paying Jobs by Major

Physicians

Highest Paying Job

The highest paying jobs for people who hold a degree in one of the 5 most specialized majors at National American University-Rapid City are Physicians, Surgeons, Nuclear medicine technologists and medical dosimetrists, Photographic process workers & processing machine operators, and Cardiovascular technologists and technicians

The most specialized majors at National American University-Rapid City are Applied Sciences (13 degrees awarded), Transportation (18 degrees), Protective Services (63 degrees), Business (146 degrees), and Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services (24 degrees) (as of 2022).

Common Industries by Major

Computer Systems Design

Most Common Industry

The most common industries for people who hold a degree in one of the 5 most specialized majors at National American University-Rapid City are Computer Systems Design (1,050,884 people), Elementary & secondary schools (630,858 people), Banking & related activities (544,381 people), Justice, public order, & safety activities (497,059 people), and Colleges, universities & professional schools, including junior colleges (463,866 people).

Majors Awarded

IPEDS uses the Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) standard, so the categories may not match the exact concentrations offered by National American University-Rapid City.

Most Common (2022)

General Business Administration & Management
48 degrees awarded
Health Care Administration & Management
26 degrees awarded
Airway Management & Operations
18 degrees awarded

In 2022, the most common bachelors degree concentration at National American University-Rapid City was General Business Administration & Management with 48 degrees awarded.

This visualization illustrates the percentage of degree-majors recipients from bachelors degree programs at National American University-Rapid City according to their major.

Sex Breakdown for Common Majors

153

Degrees Awarded to Men

in 2022

179

Degrees Awarded to Women

in 2022

In 2022, 153 degrees were awarded to men at National American University-Rapid City, which is 0.855 times less than the number of degrees awarded to females (179).

This chart displays the sex disparity between the top 5 majors at National American University-Rapid City by degrees awarded.

Most Common Male Majors

In 2022, 45 degrees were awarded to men at National American University-Rapid City in General Business Administration & Management, which is 0.6 times less than the 75 female recipients with that same degree.

Most Common Female Majors

In 2022, 75 degrees were awarded to men at National American University-Rapid City in General Business Administration & Management, which is 1.67 times more than the 45 male recipients with that same degree.

Graduation Rate by Race and Sex

Showing demographic groups with ≥ 5 graduating students.

White Female

Highest Graduation Rate (100%)

The student demographic with the highest graduation rate in 2021 at National American University-Rapid City is Female and White (100% graduation rate). Across all Baccalaureate Colleges, Asian Female students have the highest graduation rate (73.2%).

The department of education defines graduation rate as the percentage of full-time, first-time students who received a degree or award within 150% of "normal time" to completion.

Race & Ethnicity by Share

Most Common Student Race or Ethnicity (2022)

White
146 degrees awarded
Black or African American
90 degrees awarded
Hispanic or Latino
34 degrees awarded

The most common race/ethnicity at National American University-Rapid City is white (146 degrees awarded). There were 1.62 times more white recipients than the next closest race/ethnicity group, black or african american (90 degrees).

9.04% of degree recipients (30 students) did not report their race.

Race & Ethnicity by Sex

Most Common Sex Demographic (2022)

White Female
75 degrees awarded
White Male
71 degrees awarded
Black or African American Female
58 degrees awarded

The most common race/ethnicity and sex grouping at National American University-Rapid City is white female (75 degrees awarded). There were 1.06 times more white female recipients than the next closest race/ethnicity group, white male (71 degrees).

Operations

National American University-Rapid City employs 1 No academic ranks. Most academics at National American University-Rapid City are Female No academic rank (1), and Male No academic rank (0).

The most common positions for non-instructional staff at National American University-Rapid City are: Librarians, Curators, Archivists, and Academic Affairs and Other Education Services, with 32 employees, Management, with 18 employees, and Community, Social Service, Legal, Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports and Media with 3 employees.

Salary Expenditure

$6.67M

2022 Salaries

27.7%

decline from 2021

In 2022, National American University-Rapid City paid a median of $6.67M in salaries, a 27.7% decline from the previous year. This is compared to a 45.1% decline between 2020 and 2021, and a 13.4% decline between 2019 and 2020.

The median for similar Baccalaureate Colleges is 15.7M (37.9% of overall expenditures).

Instructional Salaries

$50k

Instructional Salaries

Number of Employees

In 2020, National American University-Rapid City paid a total of $50k to 1 employees working as instructors, which represents 0.297% of all salaries paid.

This is compared to a median of $5.04M (32.1%) for similar Baccalaureate Colleges.

Occupations by Share

No academic rank

Most Common Instructor

1 Employees

Librarians, Curators, Archivists, and Academic Affairs and Other Education Services

Most Common Non-Instructional Employee

32 Employees

In 2020, the most common positions for instructional staff at National American University-Rapid City was No academic rank with 1 employees.

In 2022, the most common positions for non-instructional staff at National American University-Rapid City were Librarians, Curators, Archivists, and Academic Affairs and Other Education Services with 32 employees, Management with 18 employees, and Community, Social Service, Legal, Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports and Media with 3 employees.

Instructors by Academic Rank and Sex

Most Common Demographic (2020)

Female No academic rank
Male No academic rank

In 2020, the most common demographic for instructional staff at National American University-Rapid City was Female No academic rank with 1 employees, and Male No academic rank with 0 employees.

This chart shows the sex split between each academic rank present at National American University-Rapid City.

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