South Dakota School of Mines and Technology
South Dakota School of Mines and Technology (SD Mines) is a Public, 4 or more years school located in Rapid City, SD. It is classified as School of engineering by Carnegie Classification and its highest level of offering is Doctor's degree - research/scholarship.
The 2020 tuition & fees at South Dakota School of Mines and Technology is $10,770 for South Dakota residents and $15,080 for out-of-state students. 58% of the enrolled undergraduate students have received grants or scholarships and the average aid amount is $5,593 at SD Mines.
The school has a total enrollment of 2,654 and the student to faculty ratio is 15 to 1 (6.67%).
The average earning after 10 years of graduation is $62,400. The salary range after graduation from SD Mines varies by field of study and the average salary range $58,700 to $65,900.
Directory Information
| Address | 501 E Saint Joseph St, Rapid City, SD 57701-3995 |
|---|---|
| Phone | 605-394-2511 |
| WEB | www.sdsmt.edu |
| Admission | www.sdsmt.edu/Admissions/ |
| Online Application | www.sdsmt.edu |
| Financial Aid | www.sdsmt.edu/FinAid/ |
| Net Price Calculator | https://www.sdsmt.edu/Admissions/Financial-Aid-and-Scholarships/Financial-Aid/Net-Price-Calculator/ |
| Veterans Tuition | www.sdsmt.edu/Campus-Life/Veterans-Resource-Center/ |
| Athletic | www.sdsmt.edu/Academics/Registrar/Consumer-Information/ |
| Disability Service | www.sdsmt.edu/Campus-Life/Student-Support/Disability-Services/ |
| School Type | Public, 4 or more years |
| Carnegie Category | School of engineering |
| Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree - research/scholarship |
2020 Tuition & Fees and 2021 Estimation
For undergraduate school, its 2020 tuition and fees are $10,770 for in-state students and $15,080 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2020 tuition and fees are $11,270 for in-state students and $19,250 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2021 tuition & fees are $10,984 for South Dakota residents and $15,345 for out-of-state students. The estimated 2021 graduate school tuition & fees are $15,211 for South Dakota residents and $26,004 for out-of-state students.
The average earning in 10 years after graduation from the school is $62,400. The average salary varies depending on the field of study where the Mechanical Engineering program shows the highest salary with $65,900 after graduating from South Dakota School of Mines and Technology.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $10,770 | $15,080 |
| Graduate | $11,270 | $19,250 |
source: IPEDS, U.S. Department of Education
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $10,984 | $15,345 |
| Graduate | $15,211 | $26,004 |
The estimation for 2020-2021 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
2020 Key Stats
The Acceptance rate at South Dakota School of Mines and Technology is 77% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 41%. The average graduation rate is 49%. Total 2,654 students are attending the school and the school offers campus housing facilities (i.e. dormitory and residence halls possessed by the school). Key academic stats for the school are listed in the next table.
| Admission Stats » | 77% Acceptance Rate / 41% Yield |
|---|---|
| Test Scores » | 1,255 SAT / 27 ACT |
| Graduation Rate » | 49% |
| Transfer-out Rate | 8% |
| Retention Rate | 76%(full-time), 75% (part-time) |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 6.67% (15 to 1) |
| Student Population » | 2,654 (2,304 undergraduate) |
| Average Financial Aid » | $5,593 |
| Average Earning After 10 years of graduation | $62,400 |
| Average Salary by Field of Study | $58,700 - $65,900 |
Special Learning Opportunities and On-Campus Student Services
South Dakota School of Mines and Technology offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers the study abroad opportunity which is an arrangement by which a student completes part of the college program studying in another country. The next table summarizes the special learning opportunities.
| Online Class | Undergraduate, Graduate |
|---|---|
| ROTC | Army |
| Weekend/Evening College | No |
| Teacher Certification | No |
| Study Abroad | Yes |
SD Mines provides several student services including remedial services, academic/career counseling services, employment services for students, Placement services for completers.
| Remedial services | Yes |
|---|---|
| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
| Employment services for students | Yes |
| Placement services for completers | Yes |
| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
| Library facilities at institution | Various Library Facilities Provided |
Special Characteristics
Next table illustrates special characteristics of South Dakota School of Mines and Technology.
| Religious Affiliation | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Has Hospital | No |
| Offer Medical Degree | No |
| Board/Meal Plan | Yes |
| Dormitory Capacity | 1,082 |
