South Dakota School of Mines and Technology
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About South Dakota School of Mines and Technology
School Type: Public
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: No
Accreditation: regional
South Dakota School of Mines and Technology is a small public school located on an urban campus in Rapid City, South Dakota. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 2,163, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 83%. The school offers 21 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 56%, and a student-faculty ratio of 12:1. Tuition and fees for in-state students are $7,820, while tuition and fees for out-of-state students are $12,240.
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Admissions Breakdown
Retention Rate Insight
83% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2020 and returned in Fall 2021.
Graduation Rate Insight
56% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2015. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High school transcriptRequired to be considered for admission
High school rankNot considered for admission, even if submitted
Letter of recommendationNot considered for admission, even if submitted
High school GPANot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Implied no
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile23-29
SAT 25th-75th Percentile1160-1378
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
3k
Students enrolled
15%
Online student enrollment
12:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
80%
Unknown
3%
Black
1%
Hispanic
5%
Two or more races
3%
Non-U.S. Citizen
6%
Asian
1%
American Indian/Alaska Native
1%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
16% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
3
Total Online Enrollment
363
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.15% online, 85% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
95% On-campus
5% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor'sNot offered
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master's17% online
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $59,784 | $59,784 |
| Graduate | $54,672 | $54,672 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2021–2022 academic year.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $17,758 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,600 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $81,342 | $81,342 |
| Off-campus without family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
| Off-campus with family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
49%
State Grant Aid
20%
Institution Grant Aid
75%
Pell Grant
16%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$27k
Average student debtafter graduation
$56k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- All Track Combined
- Basketball
- Football
- Golf
- Soccer
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
Degrees given for the 2021-2022 academic year.
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 2 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 3 | Engineering. | |||
| 4 | Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians. | |||
| 5 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 6 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 7 | Physical Sciences. |
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Data collected from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), [2021-2022]. In the absence of IPED data, information was collected directly from the school and is accurate as of the date of collection. Contact the school directly for the most current and complete information.