June 2026

AI Index Report

South Dakota State University

AIS
67.7
National rank
#227
State rank
#2
Programs
123

Ranks 2nd in South Dakota

  1. 1University of South Dakota67.9
  2. 2South Dakota State University67.7
  3. 3Dakota State University65.4
  4. 4South Dakota School of Mines and Technology58.7
  5. 5Augustana University52.1

National Vs State Performance

How does South Dakota State University perform in AI Search at a national and state level?

National Rank Over Time

South Dakota State University

National rank

#227

June 2026 is the first published edition, so there is no trend to plot yet. A line appears from the second edition on.

Source: Manaferra AI Index. June 2026 Edition

Ranked by AI Index

Across the U.S.

South Dakota State University and the institutions ranked either side of it

  1. 226University of Maine67.7
  2. 227South Dakota State University67.7
  3. 229Montana State University67.6
  4. 228University of Southern Mississippi67.7
  5. 225New England Conservatory of Music67.8

Top Programs By State

Where AI recommends South Dakota State University, and which of its programs come up in each state.

Most Recommended Programs By State

South Dakota State University

Share of voice
LowerHigher
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Home state: South Dakota

17.5%

share of voice in South Dakota, ranked #14

Strongest states

  1. #1South Dakota17.5%
  2. #2North Dakota3.6%
  3. #3Wyoming0.6%
  4. #4Nebraska0.4%
  5. #5Minnesota0.3%
  6. #6Kansas0.3%

Top programs in SD

  1. #1Health Science10.5%
  2. #2Engineering9%
  3. #3Biology6.4%
  4. #4Computer Science4.7%

Source: Manaferra AI Index. June 2026 Edition

Top AI Search Competitors

Who is South Dakota State University competing with for the programs AI recommends it for

Rank

Competitor

Competing in

Share

  1. 1
    University of California, San Diego
    Data Science5%
  2. 2
    University of Pennsylvania
    Data Science5%
  3. 3
    Columbia University
    Data Science5%
  4. 4
    University of California, Los Angeles
    Computer Science3%
  5. 5
    Purdue University
    Computer Science3%
  6. 6
    University of Northern Iowa
    Computer Science2%

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Top Programs By Degree Level

What programs is AI recommending and who is South Dakota State University competing with?

Your top competitors in

Computer Science, Doctoral

Schools competing in AI Search for the same program

  1. #19University of California, Los Angeles3%
  2. #20Purdue University3%
  3. #21South Dakota State University3%
  4. #22University of Northern Iowa2%
  5. #23University of Wisconsin–Madison2%

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Prompts Visibility

The individual prompts South Dakota State University wins, and the ones it is placing second on, are published on the claimed profile.

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AI Citations

Which pages AI cites most when it answers questions about South Dakota State University.

Most frequently cited pages

The individual pages AI cites most in answers where South Dakota State University is mentioned

  1. 1

    sdstate.edu

    Medical Laboratory Science (B.S.) – Accelerated Program | South Dakota State University

    5.8%26 citations
  2. 2

    sdstate.edu

    Music (B.A.) – Music Entrepreneurship Specialization | South Dakota State University

    4.4%20 citations
  3. 3

    applyboard.com

    Best Undergraduate Dietetics Programs in the USA | ApplyBoard

    3.8%17 citations
  4. 4

    softwareengineerinsider.com

    Software Engineering Programs Accredited by ABET

    2.7%12 citations
  5. 5

    visaverge.com

    Cheapest MS Programs, STEM OPT, international students: U.S. 2026

    1.6%7 citations

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Source: Manaferra AI Index. June 2026 Edition

Topics Coverage

What topics does AI cover when it talks about South Dakota State University?

Most Covered Topics on AI Search for South Dakota State University

  • Other

    46%

    381 answers

  • Career Outcomes

    33.5%

    278 answers

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Source: Manaferra AI Index. June 2026 Edition

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