Non-Degree Seeking Students Information
To experience the University of South Dakota as a non-degree pursuant student, the University offers graduate students the option of learning under a special student classification.
Up to nine credit hours earned as a Non-Degree seeking student may be applied to a graduate degree from USD at the discretion of the academic department. Enrollment in a course does not guarantee acceptance into the program. Please note: Non-degree pursuant students are not eligible for federal financial aid.
Enrolling as a Non-Degree seeking student is easy. Simply complete the Online Registration Form.
For more information about Non-Degree seeking student status, please contact the Graduate School at grad@usd.edu or 1-800-233-7937.