Black Hills State University

founded in 1883, black hills state university is a four-year, public liberal arts institution. we take great pride in providing students, faculty and alumni with a world-class university experience. it’s a feeling you’ll notice as soon as you set foot on campus – and one you’re sure to carry with you to all the accomplishments and achievements waiting for you after graduation. accreditations: association to advance collegiate schools of business, national association of schools of music, national council for accreditation of teacher education, commission on institutions of higher education of the north central association of colleges and schools, south dakota department of education and cultural affairs, wyoming professional teaching standards board