The purpose of this service is to provide a resources to educators. Reduced tuition originated for certified South Dakota teachers who due to their position were required as a condition of employment, administrative rule, or state law to take continuing education. The current law provides that Head Start Teachers, K-12 Teachers, Vocational Instructors, and School Counselors may request reduced tuition.
Board of Regents Procedures
AAC Guideline for Reduced Tuition for Eligible Educators
Application Process
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Apply using the new application for reduced tuition for teachers (Select Submit Application Here located on the top right of screen)
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Employer verifies employment
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University audits application
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University verifies teaching certificate type and status with DOE’s database
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University registers teacher for courses (if not registered)
South Dakota Codified Laws and Administrative Rules
SDCL 13-55-24 Reduced tuition for teachers and vocational instructors.
SDCL 13-55-25 Reduced tuition for teachers and vocational instructors--Maximum credit hours.
SDCL 13-55-26 Reduced tuition for teachers and vocational instructors--Course space limited.
SDCL 13-55-27 Reduced tuition for teachers and vocational instructors--Eligibility.
SDCL 13-55-28 Reduced tuition for teachers and vocational instructors--Not in conjunction with other benefits.
ARSD 24:28:01 Meaning of Terms