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Spearfish, SD
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Your recruiting fit combines athletic level, academics, roster opportunity, and scholarship signals for Football at Black Hills State University.
Division
NCAA Division II
Sports offered
11
Student-athletes
~8%
Est. share of undergrads
Athletic scholarships
Athletic aid available
Acceptance rate
94%
Academic profile
ACT ~21
Campus size
Small
Recruiting difficulty
Open Recruiting
Aid signals for Football at Black Hills State University — estimates, not guarantees.
Athletic aid
Athletic scholarships may be available
Academic aid
Need-based aid
Typical net price ~$17,001/yr
Estimated total aid opportunity
65% likelihood of some aid
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Athletics vibe score
Game day culture, school spirit & student attendance signals
Close-knit game days with growing school spirit.
Recruiting difficulty, scholarships, and coach contacts by sport
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Test scores on file
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Compare division, fit score, and recruiting context with peer schools.
| School | Division | Acceptance | Fit score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Hills State University (this school) | D2 | 94% | — |
| Northern State University | D2 | — | 91% |
| South Dakota School of Mines and Technology | D2 | — | 91% |
| Adams State University | D2 | — | 90% |
| Augustana University | D2 | — | 90% |
Comparable Football targets — conference rivals, division peers, and scholarship-friendly alternatives.
Recruiting depends on your sport, athletic level, and academics. Use the recruiting fit tool on this page to see target, reach, and safety signals for each sport.
Scholarship availability varies by sport and division. Review the scholarship intelligence section and each sport's recruiting page for aid signals.
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Black Hills State University lists 11 sports on this athletics hub. Select a sport card for recruiting difficulty, scholarship signals, and coach contact info.
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