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Schedule a visit | Northern State University | Aberdeen, SD
Schedule a visit | Northern State University | Aberdeen, SD
Picture yourself at Northern State University - explore our beautiful campus by scheduling a visit or taking a virtual tour today!
Shaping Our Strategic Future | Strategic Plan (2026-2031)
Shaping Our Strategic Future | Strategic Plan (2026-2031)
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See Our Degrees
See Our Degrees
Explore bachelor's, master's and associate degrees from Northern State University in Aberdeen, S.D.
School of Business
School of Business
In the NSU School of Business, we work with regional businesses to determine the needs of the future in business and industry. As a business student at Northern, you'll benefit from those relationships through internships and real-world experiences.
College of Arts and Sciences
College of Arts and Sciences
Here you'll have the opportunity to pursue a wide range of academic programs that offer hands-on learning and research opportunities. You'll also gain skills crucial to succeed in today's workforce, such as critical thinking, communication and leadership
School of Education
School of Education
The Millicent Atkins School of Education builds on Northern's rich history as a teaching college to develop the next generation of caring, innovative teachers.
School of Fine Arts
School of Fine Arts
Northern State University's School of Fine Arts is the largest collaborative arts program of its kind in the region, encompassing art, music and theater.
Nursing at Northern
Nursing at Northern
Northern State University's BSN program encourages you to embrace the human behind the science, with a strong foundation in the liberal arts. We are dedicated to supporting you every step of the way as you strive to become a Registered Nurse. Our program prepares students to become highly competent, compassionate, and innovative nursing professionals, equipping you with the knowledge, skills, values, and attitudes necessary to earn your BSN degree, pass the NCLEX-RN licensure exam, and excel in a rapidly evolving healthcare environment.
Financial Aid
Financial Aid
Northern's financial aid office will help you access funding and connect you with important resources, including the FAFSA.
Student Life
Student Life
Find out what it means to live Northern. From clubs and organizations to exciting campus traditions, there are plenty of ways to get involved with student life at NSU.
Campus News
Campus News
Wolves Discover Aberdeen - NSU Pack Pass | Aberdeen Area Convention & Visitors Bureau
Wolves Discover Aberdeen - NSU Pack Pass | Aberdeen Area Convention & Visitors Bureau
Aberdeen Area Convention & Visitors Bureau - 506 S Main St.Discount Coupons in Aberdeen(Aberdeen Visitor Guide)
Explore Jim and Boni Lochner Scholarship
Explore Jim and Boni Lochner Scholarship
ABERDEEN, S.D. – Northern State University announces the new Jim and Boni Lochner Scholarship, an opportunity designed to support educators pursuing the Graduate Certificate in Visual Impairments and help meet workforce needs across South Dakota. The scholarship provides $5,000 per year, renewable for up to two years, to six students.
NSU Honors Student Accepted into Honors Law Opportunity Program | Northern State University
NSU Honors Student Accepted into Honors Law Opportunity Program | Northern State University
ABERDEEN, S.D. – Morgan Haselhorst, a member of the Northern State University Honors Program, has been accepted into the Honors Law Opportunity Program (HLOP) at the University of South Dakota (USD) Knudson School of Law. Through the HLOP, Haselhorst is guaranteed admission to the USD Knudson School of Law, regardless of LSAT score, and will receive a $2,500 scholarship for her first year of law school if she earns an LSAT score of 150 or higher and graduates in Honoribus from NSU.
Registration Now Open for Northern State University Agriculture Business Symposium | Northern State University
Registration Now Open for Northern State University Agriculture Business Symposium | Northern State University
ABERDEEN, S.D. — Registration is now open for Growing the Future: A Student Symposium on Agribusiness, a free event at Northern State University designed to inspire students to become the next generation of leaders in agriculture. The symposium will be held Tuesday, April 7, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Centennial Rooms in the Student Center at Northern State University.
Sociology Bachelor's Degree | Northern State University in South Dakota
Sociology Bachelor's Degree | Northern State University in South Dakota
As a sociology major at NSU, you'll study the forces that mold individuals, shape behavior, and determine social events.
Sharon McMahon to Keynote Northern State’s Common Read Lecture Nov. 18 | Northern State University
Sharon McMahon to Keynote Northern State’s Common Read Lecture Nov. 18 | Northern State University
ABERDEEN, S.D. – Northern State University will welcome No. 1 New York Times-bestselling author, award-winning educator, founder and philanthropist Sharon McMahon as the keynote speaker for the Larry and Julie Poeppel Family Common Read Lecture at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2026, in the Harvey and Cynthia Jewett Theater in the Johnson Fine Arts Center. The lecture is free and open to the public.
Aberdeen Business Pitch Competition Opens Applications for 2026 | Northern State University
Aberdeen Business Pitch Competition Opens Applications for 2026 | Northern State University
ABERDEEN, S.D. – The Aberdeen Development Corporation (ADC) and the Northern Innovation & Startup Center are excited to announce the opening of applications for the 2026 Aberdeen Business Pitch Competition. Entrepreneurs and startup businesses from across the region are invited to compete for a $10,000 cash prize while advancing their entrepreneurial ambitions. Applications will be accepted March 1, 2026 through April 30, 2026. Finalists will be announced by June 1, 2026, with the final competition event scheduled for June 19, 2026.
Northern State University "Experience Northern" video campaign wins Gold ADDY Award | Northern State University
Northern State University "Experience Northern" video campaign wins Gold ADDY Award | Northern State University
ABERDEEN, S.D., Northern State University’s "Experience Northern" video campaign earned a Gold ADDY Award from the American Advertising Federation-South Dakota for video editing in the Elements of Advertising category. The award was presented at the SD Advertising Federation Award Show.
Aberdeen, South Dakota: The College Town Where You'll Actually Feel at Home | Northern State University
Aberdeen, South Dakota: The College Town Where You'll Actually Feel at Home | Northern State University
Picking a college is a big decision. But a lot of the time, what makes it the right choice isn't just a major or a building. It's how your day-to-day life feels. In Aberdeen, South Dakota, life is simple in the best way. It's the kind of college town where you can walk into a coffee shop and see someone from your class. Where you can get involved early, find your people fast, and build a life that feels full, not frantic. A Town That Makes It Easy to Belong
Northern State University Faculty Member Co-Authors Study on Palliative Care Education in Nursing | Northern State University
Northern State University Faculty Member Co-Authors Study on Palliative Care Education in Nursing | Northern State University
Sean Blackburn to serve as 2026 board president for United Way of Northeastern South Dakota | Northern State University
Sean Blackburn to serve as 2026 board president for United Way of Northeastern South Dakota | Northern State University
Northern to Begin Ninth Teaching and Learning Master’s Cohort at Huron Community Campus | Northern State University
Northern to Begin Ninth Teaching and Learning Master’s Cohort at Huron Community Campus | Northern State University
Northern State University Graduate Student Renea Taylor Receives National Outstanding Student Award | Northern State University
Northern State University Graduate Student Renea Taylor Receives National Outstanding Student Award | Northern State University
Northern State University Announces Awards for 2026 McQuillen Creative Group Annual Juried Student Art Exhibition | Northern State University
Northern State University Announces Awards for 2026 McQuillen Creative Group Annual Juried Student Art Exhibition | Northern State University
Northern State University Announces Dacotah Bank 4-Year Scholarship Recipients for Fall 2026 | Northern State University
Northern State University Announces Dacotah Bank 4-Year Scholarship Recipients for Fall 2026 | Northern State University
Northern State University to Host 43rd Annual Northern South Dakota Science and Mathematics Fair | Northern State University
Northern State University to Host 43rd Annual Northern South Dakota Science and Mathematics Fair | Northern State University
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