South Dakota School of Mines and Technology

Public
Rapid CitySD
City

Estimated Net Cost

(per year)
$21k

Estimated Post Grad Salary

(per year)
$77k

Return on Education

(post 4-year graduation)
Excellent

Pros

  • Strong emphasis on engineering and technology programs

  • Small student-to-faculty ratio

  • Research opportunities for undergraduates

  • Beautiful campus and location near Black Hills

Cons

  • Limited social scene compared to larger universities

  • Harsh winter weather

  • Higher tuition costs for out-of-state students

  • Fewer program offerings outside of STEM fields

Tuition and Costs

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Most Recent Tuition Costs

Understanding Tuition Costs at South Dakota School of Mines and Technology: Navigating college expenses doesn't have to be complicated. Our comprehensive guide to tuition, fees, and other associated costs breaks down everything you need to know about financing your education at South Dakota School of Mines and Technology. Find out how we make higher education affordable and what financial options are available to you.

Yearly4 years
Tuition and Fees
$10,400$41,600
Room and Board
$8,800$35,200
Books and Supplies
$1,900$7,600
Other expenses
$5,000$20,000
Sticker Price$26,100$104,400

Historical Tuition Costs

Based on historical data, in-state tuition is expected to rise by approximately $356 per year over the next three years, reaching $10,756 in 2024, and $11,112 in 2025, and $11,468 in 2026.

Return On Education

Investing in higher education is a pivotal step towards future prosperity. It's essential to weigh the upfront costs against the potential for increased lifetime earnings and career opportunities. Our ROEdu score aims to help you understand tuition, living expenses, and financial aid, alongside the long-term benefits of earning a degree. By making informed decisions about where and what you study, you can maximize the return on your educational investment, turning the cost of your degree into a foundation for future success and financial security.

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South Dakota School of Mines and Technology stands in the premier league, positioned within the top institutions for return on education, delivering unparalleled value and setting its graduates on a path to remarkable success.

Admissions

South Dakota School of Mines and Technology admissions is not very selective with an acceptance rate of 83%. The application deadline can be found on the institution's website.
Admission Rate
83%
Graduation Rate
54%

Admissions Requirements

SAT Range
1160 - 1378
ACT Range
23 - 29
High School GPA

N/A

Key dates

Application Deadline
See college website
Early Decision Date
See college website
Early Action Date
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Majors & Degrees

Explore the range of academic programs offered at this institution.
Sciences5 programs
Meteorology
Bachelor's Degree
Meteorology
Master's Degree
Meteorology
Doctoral Degree – Research
Geology
Bachelor's Degree
Geology
Master's Degree
Other InterdisciplinaryBachelor's Degree
Engineering40 programs
Engineering General
Undergraduate Certificate
Engineering General
Bachelor's Degree
Engineering General
Master's Degree
Engineering General
Doctoral Degree – Other
Biomedical Engineering
Bachelor's Degree
Biomedical Engineering
Master's Degree
Biomedical Engineering
Doctoral Degree – Research
Chemical Engineering
Bachelor's Degree
Chemical Engineering
Master's Degree
Chemical Engineering
Doctoral Degree – Research
Civil Engineering
Bachelor's Degree
Civil Engineering
Master's Degree
Civil Engineering
Doctoral Degree – Research
Computer Engineering
Bachelor's Degree
Electrical Engineering
Bachelor's Degree
Electrical Engineering
Master's Degree
Materials Engineering
Master's Degree
Materials Engineering
Doctoral Degree – Research
Mechanical Engineering
Bachelor's Degree
Mechanical Engineering
Master's Degree
Mechanical Engineering
Doctoral Degree – Research
Metallurgical Engineering
Bachelor's Degree
Mining Engineering
Bachelor's Degree
Mining Engineering
Master's Degree
Construction Engineering
Master's Degree
Construction Engineering
Doctoral Degree – Other
Industrial Engineering
Undergraduate Certificate
Industrial Engineering
Bachelor's Degree
Industrial Engineering
Doctoral Degree – Other
Geological Engineering
Undergraduate Certificate
Geological Engineering
Bachelor's Degree
Geological Engineering
Master's Degree
Geological Engineering
Doctoral Degree – Research
Geological Engineering
Doctoral Degree – Other
Other Engineering
Undergraduate Certificate
Other Engineering
Doctoral Degree – Research
Other Engineering
Doctoral Degree – Other
Engineering Support Fields
Master's Degree
Nanotechnology
Master's Degree
Biotechnology
Bachelor's Degree
Germanic LanguagesBachelor's Degree
Computers2 programs
Computer & Information Science
Bachelor's Degree
Computational Science
Master's Degree
Liberal ArtsAssociate's Degree
BiologyBachelor's Degree
Mathematics2 programs
Mathematics
Bachelor's Degree
Applied Mathematics
Bachelor's Degree
ChemistryBachelor's Degree
Physics3 programs
Physics
Bachelor's Degree
Physics
Master's Degree
Physics
Doctoral Degree – Research
Public HealthDoctoral Degree – Other
Management2 programs
Construction Management
Master's Degree
Construction Management
Doctoral Degree – Other

Student Life

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Student Breakdown

Total Enrollment496
Full-time Students484
Part-time Students12

Faculty

Faculty-Student Ratio:12:1
Full-Time FacultyN/A
Part-Time FacultyN/A

Reviews and Ratings

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