South Dakota programs
OT programs in South Dakota
Compare 2 ACOTE-listed OT and OTA programs in South Dakota, including degree path, accreditation status, delivery format, NBCOT-linked profile data, and local labor-market context.
2 programs1 OT programs1 OTA programs2 NBCOT-linked profiles
State snapshot
How South Dakota looks for OT applicants
Start with program supply and outcome coverage, then use the filtered directory and ranking pages to compare individual schools.
Program list
Top visible South Dakota program profiles
Programs are sorted by latest matched NBCOT pass rate first, then degree level and institution name. Open the full directory for every matching row and additional filters.
| Program | Location | Degree | NBCOT | Format and review |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of South Dakota Public | Vermillion, SD | OT Doctorate | 96% | 1-24% distance Next review: 2032/2033 |
| Lake Area Technical College Public | Watertown, SD | OTA Associate | 88% | 1-24% distance Next review: 2032/2033 |
Local markets
Metro context for the state
Metro wage and employment rows help applicants separate statewide reputation from local job conditions.
| Metro | Mean wage | Employment | Concentration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sioux Falls, SD-MN Metro rank #176; score 40.4 | $85,400 | 260 | 1.38 LQ; 1.44 per 1,000 jobs |
| Rapid City, SD Metro rank #237; score 36.1 | $96,000 | 80 | 1.06 LQ; 1.11 per 1,000 jobs |