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National American University-Rapid City
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Annual Tuition
$16,065
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
N/A
Selectivity Level
Graduation Rate
23.1%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$37,325
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
National American University-Rapid City is a distinguished Private for-profit, 4-Year institution located in Rapid City, SD. With a competitive tuition profile of $16,065, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 23.1% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 4-Year Cost
$64,260
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
8.8 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$7,325
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
+$8,990
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$82,240
Long-term projected return on your education investment
Graduation Rate: 23%
Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.
ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at National American University-Rapid City is $29,020.
Student Community
Gender Balance
Ethnic Diversity
Security Audit
Incidents
0
Burglary
0
Theft
0
Assault
0
Robbery
0
Rape
0
Arson
0
Murder
0
Financial Outlook
Total Sticker Price
$16,065
Estimated cost before aid.
Net Price By Income
Debt & Financial Aid
Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.
* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.
Quick Overview
Faculty Ratio
N/A
Retention
66.7%
Success
23.1%
In-State Cost
$16,065
Age 25+ Students
84.6%
Carnegie Class
Doctoral/Professional
Working at 6yr
6,204 students
Security Benchmark
Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)
Violent Offenses
PER 100KProperty Crimes
PER 100KStats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.
Living In Rapid City
Off-Campus Market Estimator
Studio
$788
Monthly Average
1 Bedroom
$886
Monthly Average
2 Bedrooms
$1,163
Monthly Average
3 Bedrooms
$
Monthly Average
Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Rapid City metropolitan area.