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Black Hills State University

Black Hills State University ranks #4,466 globally in the UNIRANKS 2027 World University Rankings with an overall score of 50.59 out of 100. It ranks #984 nationally.

| Global Rank 4466 | Overall Score 50.59 |
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Top Country #984

Top North America #1,146

Top World #4,466

About Black Hills State University

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Black Hills State University is a public university located in the United States, known for its commitment to academic excellence and community engagement. The campus community is characterized by a strong sense of belonging and support, fostering both academic and personal growth. Black Hills State University emphasizes the importance of service and social responsibility, making it a unique choice for students seeking a holistic educational experience. It is recognized and verified by UNIRANKS.

Black Hills State University Rankings 2027

Recognized, Verified | Published 1 August 2026 | Updated 1 August 2026

Overall Score
50.59
Global Rank
#4,466
Regional Rank
#1,146
Country Rank
#984
Institution Status
Recognized, Verified

Black Hills State University Overall Rankings 2027

Explore Black Hills State University’s performance across the official UNIRANKS World University Rankings 2027. Each ranking indicator measures a different aspect of institutional excellence, from education quality and research performance to student wellbeing, employability, digital transformation, and global engagement.

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UNIRANKS Indicator Scores are normalized performance scores on a 0–100 scale and should not be interpreted as raw institutional percentages unless explicitly stated.

Campus Infrastructure & Learning Facilities

55 / 100

Campus Safety & Security Measures

58 / 100

Faculty-to-Student Ratio & Learning Environment

52 / 100

Green Campus & Sustainability Initiatives

48 / 100

International Student Support & Cultural Inclusion

50 / 100

Student Housing, Dining, & Living Conditions

50 / 100

Student Support Services & Wellbeing Programs

53 / 100

Faculty & Researcher Achievements

42 / 100

Industry & Employer Recognitions

47 / 100

Institutional Awards

40 / 100

National & Regional Recognitions

43 / 100

Student Awards & Competitions

45 / 100

Career Support Services & Graduate Tracking

50 / 100

Employer Reputation & Satisfaction

51 / 100

Graduate Employment Rate

55 / 100

Industry Partnerships & Internships

50 / 100

Notable Alumni & Career Progression

48 / 100

Quality of Employment

52 / 100

Global Standing & Recognition

43 / 100

National Recognition & Standing

44 / 100

Peer & Academic Reputation

46 / 100

Ranking Trends & Improvements

45 / 100

Global Partnerships & Collaborations

48 / 100

International Reputation & Recognition

45 / 100

International Student Support

47 / 100

International Students & Faculty

49 / 100

Multicultural Campus Environment

46 / 100

Student & Faculty Mobility

50 / 100

Global Research Collaboration

47 / 100

Knowledge Transfer & Innovation

44 / 100

Open Science & Accessibility

45 / 100

Research Impact & Excellence

50 / 100

Research Integrity & Quality

49 / 100

Research Output & Scale

51 / 100

Research Portfolio Strength & Growth

46 / 100

Accessibility & Inclusion in Learning

52 / 100

Accreditation & Recognitions

53 / 100

Assessment & Feedback Mechanisms

52 / 100

Classroom & Teaching Methodologies

53 / 100

Faculty Credentials & Teaching Performance

52 / 100

Faculty-Student Ratio

51 / 100

Graduate & Postgraduate Success Rate

50 / 100

Graduate Research & Thesis Supervision

50 / 100

Internships & Industry Exposure

51 / 100

Practical Learning & Experiential Education

51 / 100

Program Diversity & Curriculum Innovation

50 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Learning Outcomes

52 / 100

Student Support Services

52 / 100

Academic Web Presence & Open Access

42 / 100

Digital Content & Knowledge Sharing

43 / 100

Interactive Features & Student Support Tools

43 / 100

Online Learning & Digital Services

44 / 100

Online Reputation & Backlink Authority

45 / 100

Search Visibility & SEO Authority

47 / 100

Social Media Presence & Influence

44 / 100

Website Performance & Speed

45 / 100

Website Quality & User Experience

48 / 100

Website Reach & Audience Engagement

46 / 100

Website Security & Technical Compliance

47 / 100

AI, Analytics & Automation

42 / 100

Cybersecurity & Digital Trust

45 / 100

Digital Infrastructure & Connectivity

44 / 100

E-Learning & Online Education

45 / 100

digital Learning Ecosystem

46 / 100

Smart Campus Innovation & Emerging Technologies

43 / 100

Smart Teaching & Learning Technologies

48 / 100

Academic Workforce & Qualifications

50 / 100

Campus Infrastructure & Geographic Reach

47 / 100

Institutional Maturity & Stability

48 / 100

Program & Degree Portfolio

49 / 100

Student Population & Academic Scale

51 / 100

Academic Experience Feedback

51 / 100

Campus Life & Student Engagement

50 / 100

Retention & Student Continuity

51 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Survey Results

52 / 100

Student Support & Responsiveness

53 / 100

Student Voice & Complaint Resolution

49 / 100

Black Hills State University Historical Rankings

Explore Black Hills State University's historical ranking performance using records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive. Compare ranking positions, available scores, and long-term performance trends across years.

Historical ranking data for Black Hills State University

Historical ranking records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive
YearOverall ScoreGlobal Rank
1981NA#3421
1982NA#3416
1983NA#3419
1984NA#3414
1985NA#3429
1986NA#3337
1987NA#3337
1988NA#3293
1989NA#3337
1990NA#3258
1991NA#3337
1992NA#3337
1993NA#3414
1994NA#3337
1995NA#3337
1996NA#3337
1997NA#3291
1998NA#3337
1999NA#3337
2000NA#3556
2001NA#3556
2002NA#3691
2003NA#3511
2004NA#3601
2005NA#3601
2006NA#3511
2007NA#3430
2008NA#3556
2009NA#3556
2010NA#3691
2011NA#3826
2012NA#3709
2013NA#3700
2014NA#3521
2015NA#3439
2016NA#4105
2017NA#4184
2018NA#4184
2019NA#6115
2020NA#6084
2021NA#6650
2022NA#8046
202350#4331
202449.92#4331
202547.71#4854
202647.71#4854
202750.59#4466

UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive

UNIRANKS maintains one of the world's largest historical university ranking archives, with institutional records dating back to 1980. Historical rankings, scores, and institutional data are continuously being verified, digitized, and expanded as new archival sources become available.

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