There is a public university in Kyle, SD called Oglala Lakota College. In 1971, Oglala Lakota College was founded. The university believes in imparting quality education and giving back to society. In the same light, Oglala Lakota College has a motto of Rebuilding the Lakota Nation through Education. The total enrolment stands at 1,400 students at Oglala Lakota College. Around 1,280 and 26 students take admission in various undergraduate and postgraduate courses of the university. To teach various courses to the students, the school has employed a total of 127 faculty. Around 66% of the students are females and 34% are males. Notably, Oglala Lakota College is also home to an ethnically diverse student population. At OLC around 95% are American Indian or Alaska Native, 4% are white, and 1% belong to Hispanic ethnicity. Moreover, around 61% of the students are 25 and over. In its 49 years of existence, OLC has produced several known personalities like Kevin Killer, and Ed Iron Cloud III. The university boasts of a decent sports infrastructure. It also encourages its students to participate in athletics, as it helps in building character. A total of 54 programs, including both residential and online, are currently offered by OLC. The university also has a long list of accreditations. It has been accredited by CSWE (Council on Social Work Education), and, HLC Higher Learning Commission.
