About Black Hills State University
Black Hills State University is a public university in Spearfish, South Dakota. It is part of the South Dakota public higher education system and serves students from the Black Hills region and beyond. The university's main campus is in Spearfish, with additional educational presence in the region through its outreach and online offerings.
BHSU offers undergraduate and graduate study across a range of fields, including education, business, arts and sciences, and health-related areas. The university is known for its teacher education tradition and for providing applied, career-oriented programs alongside liberal arts coursework. It also offers online and distance learning options that expand access for working and place-bound students.
- Public university serving students in Spearfish, South Dakota
- Regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission
- Teacher education tradition with career-focused academic offerings
- Online and distance learning options expand access for students
- Transfer and CLEP credit are evaluated through university policy and degree requirements