About

A Culture for Service

For more than 140 years, the University of Sioux Falls has been committed to its students. As a private Christian liberal arts college, our mission is to create a Culture for Service. We want to prepare students not only for their careers but for using their talents in a way that positively impacts their communities. With over 90 degree options for all education levels, the University of Sioux Falls offers abundant resources and opportunities for students of all backgrounds. 

Our Vision

The University of Sioux Falls will be a transformative university committed to academic excellence and celebration of the Christian faith.


USF By the Numbers

99%

Placement Rate

99% of USF graduates secure employment or pursue graduate or professional studies within six months of graduation.

17:1

Student to Faculty

USF boasts a 17:1 student to faculty ratio.

90+

Degree Options

USF offers more than 90 degree options, including undergraduate academic programs, as well as adult and graduate programs.

15+

Online Degrees

We are committed to making education more accessible and affordable. That’s why we provide online programs that give students the same level of preparedness as on-campus courses.

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The best way to get to know USF is through a visit! Take a virtual tour or sign up for an in-person visit to understand what it's like to be a University of Sioux Falls student.

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Mission Statement

The University of Sioux Falls, a Christian University in the liberal arts tradition, educates students in the humanities, sciences, and professions. The traditional motto of the University is Culture for Service, that is, we seek to foster academic excellence and the development of mature Christian persons for service to God and humankind in the world.

Through programs in the humanities, sciences and professions, the University helps persons grow intellectually, discern truth and develop a Christian worldview. As a Christian institution, USF fosters in all members of its community the development of emotional maturity, physical well-being, interpersonal skills and values which reflect the character and teaching of Christ.

USF is committed to the Lordship of Jesus Christ and to the integration of biblical faith and learning; it affirms that Christians are called to share their faith with others through lives of service. The University is affiliated with the American Baptist Churches, U.S.A., and welcomes students of any faith or denomination.