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501 E Saint Joseph St, Rapid City, SD 57701

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South Dakota School of Mines and Technology School Description

The mission of the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology is to provide a well-rounded education that prepares students for leadership roles in engineering and science; to advance the state of knowledege and application of this knowledge through research and scholarship; and to benefit the state, regions, and nation through collaborative efforts in education and economic development.

South Dakota School of Mines and Technology

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The South Dakota School of Mines and Technology (SDSM&T or Mines) is a public institution of higher learning in Rapid City, South Dakota governed by the South Dakota Board of Regents. Founded in 1885 as the Dakota School of Mines, Mines offers degree programs in technical fields.

SDSM&T has an undergraduate enrollment of about 1700 students and a total enrollment of about 2300 students. The campus newspaper is The Raver. The school athletic teams are called the Hardrockers.

Academics

The school is organized into two colleges: The College of Science and Letters and the College of Engineering. Mines offers degrees in more than 16 engineering and science fields, as well as 12 master's degree programs and 4 Doctorate programs.

Bachelor of Science Programs (B.S.) Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geology, Industrial Engineering, Interdisciplinary Sciences, Mathematics (Applied and Computational), Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Mining Engineering and Management, Physics.

Associates Degree (A.A.) General Studies

Master of Science Programs(Masters) Atmospheric Sciences, Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Geology and Geological Engineering, Materials Engineering and Science, Metallurgical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Paleontology, Technology Management

Doctoral Programs(Ph.D) Atmospheric and Environmental Sciences Ph.D., Biomedical Engineering, Geology and Geological Engineering Ph.D., Materials Engineering and Science Ph.D., Nanoscience and Nanoengineering Ph.D.,

Student organizations

Greek organizations include Alpha Chi Sigma, Alpha Delta Pi, Alpha Omega Epsilon, Delta Sigma Phi, Theta Tau, and Triangle. Student government organizations include the Resident Hall Association and the Student Association. Student media organizations include KTEQ (the campus radio station) and "the Raver" (the campus newspaper, formerly known as "the Tech").

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Quick Facts

Chance of Admission:
Location:
Midwest
Setting:
Large Town Setting
Type:
Public
Size:
Medium (2,000 to 5,000 Undergrad)
Nickname:
SDSM&T

Students & Campus Life

Undergraduate Enrollment:
2,057
On Campus Housing:
Available
Full Time Students:
98%
Athletic Programs:
Available
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Expenses

Average Tuition:
$ 11,060
Students Receiving Aid:
88%
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Admissions

Application Fee:
$ 20
Selectivity:
Selective
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South Dakota School of Mines and Technology Degree Programs

Associate Degree Programs

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Bachelor’s Degree Programs

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Master’s Degree Programs

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  • Engineering

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    • Biomedical/Medical Engineering

      Learn to apply the elegance of mathematical and scientific principles to the design and development of biological and health systems. Biomedical Engineers develop biological systems, instrumentation, medical information systems, artificial organs and prostheses, and health management and care delivery systems. See more Biomedical/Medical Engineering Schools or Online Biomedical/Medical Engineering School Degree Programs

    • Chemical Engineering

      Chemical Engineering applies the elegance of mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of systems employing chemical processes, such as chemical reactors, kinetic systems, electrochemical systems, energy conservation processes, heat and mass transfer systems, and separation processes; and the applied analysis of chemical problems such as corrosion, particle abrasion, energy loss, pollution, and fluid mechanics. See more Chemical Engineering Schools

    • Electrical, Electronics and Communi­cations Engineering

      A program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of electrical, electronic and related communications systems and their components, including electrical power generation systems; and the analysis of problems such as superconductor, wave propagation, energy storage and retrieval, and reception and amplification. See more Electrical, Electronics and Communi­cations Engineering Schools or Online Electrical, Electronics and Communi­cations Engineering School Degree Programs

    • Engineering/Industrial Management

      A program that focuses on the application of engineering principles to the planning and operational management of industrial and manufacturing operations, and prepares individuals to plan and manage such operations. Includes instruction in accounting, engineering economy, financial management, industrial and human resources management, industrial psychology, management information systems, mathematical modeling and optimization, quality control, operations research, safety and health issues, and environmental program management. See more Engineering/Industrial Management Schools or Online Engineering/Industrial Management School Degree Programs

    • General Civil Engineering

      A program that generally prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of structural, load-bearing, material moving, transportation, water resource, and material control systems; and environmental safety measures. See more General Civil Engineering Schools or Online General Civil Engineering School Degree Programs

    • Geological/Geophysical Engineering

      A program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and geological principles to the analysis and evaluation of engineering problems, including the geological evaluation of construction sites, the analysis of geological forces acting on structures and systems, the analysis of potential natural resource recovery sites, and applied research on geological phenomena. See more Geological/Geophysical Engineering Schools

    • Materials Engineering

      A program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and materials science principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of materials and related processes used in manufacturing in a wide variety of settings; the synthesis of new industrial materials, including marrying and bonding composites; analysis of materials requirements and specifications; and related problems of system design dependent on materials factors. See more Materials Engineering Schools or Online Materials Engineering School Degree Programs

    • Mechanical Engineering

      A program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of physical systems used in manufacturing and end-product systems used for specific uses, including machine tools, jigs and other manufacturing equipment; stationary power units and appliances; engines; self-propelled vehicles; housings and containers; hydraulic and electric systems for controlling movement; and the integration of computers and remote control with operating systems. See more Mechanical Engineering Schools or Online Mechanical Engineering School Degree Programs

  • Natural Sciences

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    • Paleontology

      A program that focuses on the scientific study of extinct life forms and associated fossil remains, and the reconstruction and analysis of ancient life forms, ecosystems, and geologic processes. Includes instruction in sedimentation and fossilization processes, fossil chemistry, evolutionary biology, paleoecology, paleoclimatology, trace fossils, micropaleontology, invertebrate paleontology, vertebrate paleontology, paleobotany, field research methods, and laboratory research and conservation methods. See more Paleontology Schools

    • Meteorology See more Meteorology Schools
      • General Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology

        A general program that focuses on the scientific study of the composition and behavior of the atmospheric envelopes surrounding the earth, the effect of earth's atmosphere on terrestrial weather, and related problems of environment and climate. Includes instruction in atmospheric chemistry and physics, atmospheric dynamics, climatology and climate change, weather simulation, weather forecasting, climate modeling and mathematical theory; and studies of specific phenomena such as clouds, weather systems, storms, and precipitation patterns. See more General Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology Schools

  • Technology

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South Dakota School of Mines and Technology Students & Campus Life

General

Full-Time vs. Part-Time
Full-Time 98%
Part-Time 2%
Men vs. Women
Men 77%
Women 23%
Race/Ethnicity
Caucasian 87%
Other 11%
Hispanic 1%
Asian 1%
African-American 0%

Geography

In State vs. Out-of-State
In-State 64%
Out-of-State 36%
Top States for Incoming Freshman
South Dakota 64%
Minnesota 6%
Wyoming 5%
Colorado 4%
Nebraska 4%
Percent of Students International: 4%

Housing

On-Campus Housing Available: Yes
Percent of Students Living On-Campus: 34%
Freshman Students Required to Live on Campus: Yes

Athletics

Member of: NAA, NAIA
Sports Include: Football (Dakota Athletic Conference)
Basketball (Dakota Athletic Conference)
Track (Dakota Athletic Conference)

South Dakota School of Mines and Technology Expenses (Tuition & Fees)

Tuition & Fees (undergraduate) In-State Out-of-State  
Published Tuition and Fees:
 $ 5,670 $ 11,060  
Average Tuition for Full-Time Undergrads:
 $ 2,480 $ 7,870  
Required Fees for Full-Time Undergrads:
 $ 3,190 $ 3,190  
Financial Aid Avg. Amount Received % of Students Receiving Aid  
Federal Grants:
 $ 4,037 25%  
State and Local Grants:
 $ 2,024 47%  
Institutional Grants:
 $ 1,927 36%  
Student Loans:
 $ 4,129 67%  
Any Aid:
   88%  

South Dakota School of Mines and Technology Admissions

Acceptance Rate: 88% (Selective)
Test Scores  
SAT Scores:  
% of Students Submitting SAT Scores: 14%
Bottom 25th Percentile: Verbal: 480, Math: 540
Top 75th Percentile: Verbal: 600, Math: 630
ACT Scores:  
% of Students Submitting ACT Scores: 92%
Bottom 25th Percentile: Composite: 23, Verbal: 21, Math: 24
Top 75th Percentile: Composite: 28, Verbal: 27, Math: 29

Application Requirements (Undergraduate Only)

Application Fee: $ 20.00
Formal Demonstration of Competencies: Not Required
High School Diploma or Equivalent: Required
High School GPA: Required
High School Rank: Required
High School Record: Required
Recommendations: Not Required
TOEFL: Required
Test Scores: Required

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