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Bachelor of Science - Addiction Counseling and Prevention - Prevention

University of South Dakota

Vermillion campus — Vermillion, South Dakota, United States

Study Level
Undergraduate · 4-Year Bachelor's Degree
Duration
To be confirmed
Study Mode
To be confirmed
Next Intake
January 2027
Tuition Fee
USD 12,942
Application Fee
USD 25
Scholarships Available
None listed
Post-Study Work Information
Optional Practical Training (OPT): Verify before applying
Application Status
Open — confirm with Eagle Link (Not confirmed)

Program information is subject to institution confirmation. Fees, deadlines, intakes and entry requirements may change.

Overview

The Addiction Counseling and Prevention (ACP) Department offers a Bachelor of Science in Addiction Counseling and Prevention which is unique and innovative in that it is one of only a few four-year degrees of its kind in the region. This model program positively impacts one of the nation’s major health issues, alcohol and other drugs. Alcohol/other drugs appear to affect every culture, facet and discipline in life. Theoretical knowledge regarding the nature, etiology, prevention, and treatment of alcohol/other drug issues provides students with a multidisciplinary approach for career opportunities. Students will develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills through practical applications of knowledge gained. Graduates of the degree will be eligible for addiction/prevention credentialing through the South Dakota Board of Addiction and Prevention Professionals (SDBAPP). Participants should contact their state addiction and prevention certification/licensure board to assure courses meet requirements for certification. Requirements may differ from state to state. For details regarding South Dakota’s certifying standards, please refer to the SDBAPP manual. The Addiction Counseling and Prevention Department is accredited through the National Addiction Studies Accreditation Commission. Its curriculum is fully sanctioned by the South Dakota Board of Addiction and Prevention Professionals.
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Credential
4-Year Bachelor's Degree
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Entry Requirements

Entry requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

English-language requirements

English-language requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

Fees & Costs

Tuition fee
USD 12,942
Application fee
USD 25
Deposit required
Not listed
Estimated other compulsory fees
Not listed — confirm with Eagle Link.

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Scholarships

No scholarship is currently listed for this program. Explore scholarships and funding.

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Intakes & Deadlines

Upcoming intakes
January 2027, January 2028, January 2029
Application deadline
15 October 2026
Application status
Confirm with Eagle Link
Intake availability
Not confirmed

Campus & Location

Vermillion campus

Vermillion, South Dakota, United States

414 East, Clark Street

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Post-Study Work / Immigration Information

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Optional Practical Training (OPT)
Verify before applying

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About the Institution

Established in 1862, University of South Dakota serves as the flagship and the only public liberal arts university in the state. The school offers undergraduate, graduate and professional programs within the South Dakota System of Higher Education. Top undergraduate fields of study at USD include Nursing, Business, Health Sciences, Elementary Education, Kinesiology & Sport Management, Biology/Medical Biology, Criminal Justice, Psychology, Accounting, and Media & Journalism. University of South Dakota is regionally acclaimed and nationally recognized as a high-quality public liberal arts univer...

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Program information last verified 8 October 2026.