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South Dakota State University Baseball

South Dakota State University (SDSU) · Brookings, South Dakota · Public university

Acceptance rate98%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate62%finish within six years
Undergraduates12,056Large (>10,000)
Student-to-faculty17 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

South Dakota State University Baseball coaches

Coaches at South Dakota State University who recruit Men's Baseball, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where South Dakota State University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Missouri Valley Conference
Program level
Recognized
Athletics site
gojacks.com
Academics

How you compare

The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.

SATMiddle 50%: 1060–1240
ACTMiddle 50%: 19–25

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Popular majors

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Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
17 : 1
Graduation rate
62% in six years
Costs

What it costs

Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.

In-state tuitionFor South Dakota residents$7,773
Out-of-state tuition$11,283
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$19,932
Campus

Where it is

South Dakota State University in Brookings.

Location
Brookings, South Dakota
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Central
Website
sdstate.edu
Overview

About South Dakota State University Baseball

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Rob Bishop, the Head Coach, leads the South Dakota State University Baseball staff of 4 coaches, verified September 2026. South Dakota State University (SDSU) competes in NCAA Division I Baseball as a member of the Missouri Valley Conference. South Dakota State University is a large public school in Brookings, South Dakota with 12,056 undergraduates, a 98% acceptance rate and an average net price of $19,932 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by South Dakota State University Baseball

What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.

  1. Find the right coachEmail Rob Bishop, the Head Coach and Danny Higginbotham, the Assistant Coach - Recruiting Coordinator. South Dakota State University has 4 coaches for Baseball, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your position, height and weight, and measurables like exit velocity, 60-yard time or pitching velocity in the subject line and first sentences. Division I coaches recruit early and compare you against national results, so verified numbers matter.
  3. Send your videoInclude a skills video with game at-bats or bullpen work, with the link near the top so Rob can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at South Dakota State University typically score 1060–1240 on the SAT and 19–25 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the South Dakota State University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
Questions

South Dakota State University Baseball FAQ

Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.

Is South Dakota State University D1?

Yes. South Dakota State University competes in NCAA Division I Baseball, in the Missouri Valley Conference.

Is South Dakota State University public or private?

South Dakota State University is a public school in Brookings, South Dakota.

What conference is South Dakota State University Baseball in?

The Missouri Valley Conference.

Does South Dakota State University offer athletic scholarships for Baseball?

South Dakota State University competes in NCAA Division I, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.

How many coaches does South Dakota State University Baseball have?

4 coaches, led by Rob Bishop, the Head Coach.

How much does South Dakota State University cost?

In-state tuition is $7,773 and out-of-state tuition is $11,283 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $19,932.

What is the South Dakota State University acceptance rate?

98% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for South Dakota State University?

Admitted students typically score 1060–1240 on the SAT and 19–25 on the ACT.

How do I contact the South Dakota State University Baseball coaches?

Start a free 7-day AthleticScholar trial to see each coach's email and send a personal message from your own Gmail, with follow-ups until they reply.

Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.

Coaching staff verified September 2026