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Are you interested in becoming a student at Black Hills State University? If so, please check out the following Admissions Checklist. This checklist includes step-by-step instructions on how to get the most out of your BHSU admissions experience.

Join the BHSU mailing list
Schedule a campus visit

Check out scholarship opportunities at BHSU

Apply to BHSU
     Submit admissions application
     Submit official transcripts
     Submit ACT or SAT scores
     Submit health immunization form

The Office of Admissions will notify you of your admission status within two weeks of receipt of your application for admission, official transcripts, and ACT scores.

Complete Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

Complete your Housing Contract. Accepted New Freshman for the Fall 2011 semester will receive their housing contracts a few weeks after receiving their acceptance letter.

Register for New Student Registration (Summer program dedicated to new students registering for classes, meeting new friends, and establishing connections.)

Attend Green & Gold Days

Quick Facts:

In 1883, 125 years ago, Black Hills State was founded in Spearfish, SD.

Black Hills State University colors are GREEN & GOLD

You can choose from 56 bacehlor's degree options, 22 pre-professional programs as well as 3 master's degree programs!

Sting, a Yellow Jacket, is Black Hills State University's mascot!

Black Hills State University is spread out over a beautiful 123 acres and comes with an 18 'Hole' disc golf course!