South Dakota State University's Brookings campus, the state's largest public university, includes the historic Wenona and Wecota Halls, women's dormitories completed in 1909 and 1915 and NRHP-listed since 1980, with Meet State move-in and welcome activities each fall.
Enrollment
10,728
Total Students
Freshman Class
2,682
Approx.
Move-In Dates
August 21 - August 21, 2026
Fall 2026
Acceptance Rate
86%
Most recent cycle
Move-In
Fall 2026 Move-In Dates
Sign up for a move-in time slot in the MyState housing portal ahead of arrival. Text MEETSTATE to 333111 for text alerts covering any schedule changes or important announcements throughout move-in weekend. First-year students are not able to have a single room and will have an unlimited on-campus dining plan. First day of classes is Monday, Aug. 24, 2026.
August 21 - August 21, 2026
Check your assignment in the housing portal for your specific date and time.
Move-in day tips
- Arrive during your assigned window - early arrivals often just wait longer.
- Bring a rolling cart or hand truck; loading-zone carts run out fast.
- Parking near freshman halls fills up quickly - have a backup plan or drop-off spot.
- Loading zones usually enforce a strict time limit (often 30 minutes) before you're expected to move your car to long-term parking.
- Activate your student ID online before you arrive - many schools require it for building and elevator access from day one.
- If you want your bed lofted or the frame height adjusted, check whether your school needs that request submitted online in advance - most won't do it on the spot.
- Check your school's specific package-acceptance window before shipping anything ahead - most won't hold early deliveries outside a set date range.
- Unpack essentials first: bedding, toiletries, and chargers, before anything else.
Housing & Dorms
- Photo coming soon
Wenona Hall
Traditional · Single-sex
- Photo coming soon
Wecota Hall
Traditional · Single-sex
Housing Links
Links open South Dakota State University's website - not always the exact page, but a real starting point.
Orientation
New Student Orientation (required)
All new students are required to attend one orientation session.
May 28 - June 25, 2026
Orientation tips
- Register as early as your class allows - popular session dates fill up first.
- Bring a parent/guardian if separate family programming is offered.
- Check whether placement testing or advising sign-ups happen the same day.
Costs
Room & Board
$9,500
Estimated / Year
Nearby Essentials
Nearby data coming soon.
More Links
Checklists
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A free, printable packing checklist covering everything from bedding to important documents - built for any freshman, including yours at South Dakota State University.
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