About South Dakota School of Mines and Technology

Founded in 1885, South Dakota School of Mines and Technology. is a Public college. Located in South Dakota, which is a city setting in South Dakota, the campus itself is Urban. The campus is home to 2,435 full time undergraduate students, and 374 full time graduate students.

The South Dakota School of Mines and Technology Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 15:1. There are 148 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at South Dakota School of Mines and Technology include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate84%
Application Deadline
Application Fee20
SAT Range1040-1290
ACT Range24-29

Admissions at SDSMT are considered Less Selective, with ,14% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 36 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

83% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 54% were in the top quarter, and 21% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.

STUDENT LIFE

We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at South Dakota School of Mines and Technology.

6%
“We”re apathetic”
72%
“We know about current events and vote”
22%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
6%
“Sometimes, but not often”
28%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
67%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
6%
“I only go out in groups”
28%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
67%
“I feel extremely safe”
29%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
59%
“We bought the gear”
12%
“We live for the big game”
33%
“It”s not really our thing”
39%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
28%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
0%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
72%
“They keep regular office hours”
28%
“They”re always available”
6%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
33%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
56%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
6%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
6%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
39%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
56%
“We only party on weekends”
0%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
22%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
78%
“There might be people who do”
0%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
6%
“We”re apathetic”
72%
“We know about current events and vote”
22%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
6%
“Sometimes, but not often”
28%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
67%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
6%
“I only go out in groups”
28%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
67%
“I feel extremely safe”
29%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
59%
“We bought the gear”
12%
“We live for the big game”
33%
“It”s not really our thing”
39%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
28%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
0%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
72%
“They keep regular office hours”
28%
“They”re always available”
6%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
33%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
56%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
6%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
6%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
39%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
56%
“We only party on weekends”
0%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
22%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
78%
“There might be people who do”
0%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”

South Dakota School of Mines and Technology REVIEWS

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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    36 Students rated on-campus housing 3.4 stars. 6 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

    30 Students rated off-campus housing 3.5 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus food?

    41 Students rated campus food 2.7 stars. 10 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    42 Students rated campus facilities 3.8 stars. 19 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    42 Students rated class size 4.3 stars. 60 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    42 Students rated school activities 3.9 stars. 33 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    41 Students rated local services 4.1 stars. 49 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    42 Students rated academics 4.5 stars. 67 % gave the school a 5.0.

What's your overall opinion of South Dakota School of Mines and Technology?

19 Students rated South Dakota School of Mines and Technology

Morgan - 05/22/2020

South Dakota School of Mines and Technology is a great school to attend, especially if you know you want to pursue engineering. Because it is very focused on STEM majors, it is easy to find people with interests very similar to your own. However if you are not set on pursuing a STEM career it may not be the best fit for you.

Kassi - 10/16/2019

I really do love School of Mines, I just think that there has to be some change to make the campus a little more enticing. I believe the education here is almost unmatched and that the classes do a great job at preparing students for an actual career. I just think that for the price of the facilities, that perhaps there could be some renovations, replacements, or changes made.

Koby - 08/25/2019

The South Dakota school of mines and Technology is a fantastic school. The classes are pretty difficult but it can be done. To achieve a good grade you need to do your studying, the professors are often open and always if need are there for help. Overall it’s a good school, do attend if you have any sort of doubt.

Justin - 04/27/2019

The community college that I went to before hand had straws for the drinks in the cafeteria and warm water in the bathrooms. The disapointment carries through in all aspect very similarly. It always feels crowded.

South Dakota School of Mines and Technology FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at South Dakota School of Mines and Technology?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for South Dakota School of Mines and Technology is 84%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020 , _____ students were offered admission. The number of males who applied was _____ vs the number of females which was _____.

  2. What should every freshman at your school know before they start?

    I'd have to begin with telling my old self to knuckle down and work hard on preparing for college during his junior and senior years. Tell him to suck it up and take more college credit classes because they're less expensive during high school. Above all I'd tell myself to apply for more scholarships and grants. College is not cheap and takes all you have to get started. Just remember that you pay back loans whereas scholarships you right out thank you cards and shake the hand that's giving it to you. Don’t wait to contact your roommates. The transition from home to college is easier if you create a relationship with them during the months ahead. After all this sank in I’d remind him to study. High school seems like a breeze when you begin college classes. Prepare for those small quizzes, they add up fast. Don’t procrastinate either, professors don’t grade late papers and frown upon students who show up late for class. If only my high school self knew this information, believe his older self, his first few weeks of college could’ve been a whole lot easier.

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  3. Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!

    This school is a bargain. You get a good solid engineering and science education without the large cost of other universities. Since this school is almost purely engineering almost everyone here is in the same boat as you. That means we all work together to get things done and we are cohesive in that way.

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  4. What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?

    I wish I had been better prepared by my HS math department for Calculus.

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  5. What kind of person should not attend this school?

    Anyone who enjoyed math and sciences in high school. SDSM&T offers a variety of engineering majors in addition majors in physics, interdisciplinary sciences and paleontology . Also, the school is a bargain for the return on value ranking in the top 100 of Americas best buys! This school really has something for everyone here who is interested in a field in math or science with great faculty and small class sizes allowing students to really be involved in their education. In addition, the student body is incredibly friendly offering a club that is bound to interest everyone.

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  6. What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?

    The worst thing about this school that I found was that there is break down in communication. I did not live in SD prior to coming to school here. I was trying to have my questions answered and I it was almost painful trying to get information from them. My roommate, who lives in state, did not have this problem. I believe that there was some problems this year with the state going broke. After I came to the school communication imporved.

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  7. Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.

    This place cranks out dependable, entry level engineers.

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  8. Describe your favorite campus traditions.

    My school is best known for its engineering programs. It is very well known among recruiting companies. Many students participate in internships and coop programs. A majority of graduating students already have job offers waiting for them upon graduation.

    Read all  8 answers

  9. What's unique about your campus?

    The school is very focused on academics, which is great because after all, that is waht I am there for. It is also very close to where I live and is in a great area.

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  10. What kind of person should attend this school?

    The type of person that should attend this school is one that remains active in their academia, their community and in their social life. You are a proven hardworker -- both physically and mentally -- if you strive for the best in each of the previously listed terms of success. I am not one to discourage; however, if you are one of irresponsibility, this school should not be your top choice.

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  11. Describe the students at your school.

    I would have to say many of the students attending the School of Mines are passionate about what they're studying; Mines offers several different majors which are obscure.

    Read all  5 answers

  12. What's the most frustrating thing about your school?

    The most frustrating thing about my school is that all of the fields of study are very focused and classes can be extremely difficult and time consuming.

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  13. What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?

    the great standards, great academic level.

    Read all  2 answers

Student Body

Students

21%

female

79%

male

2,435

Total Undergrad Enrollment

374

Total Grad Students

51%

Out-Of-State

46%

In-State

3%

International

Organizations

82

Student Organizations

4

Fraternities

2

Sororities

Housing

Yes

On-Campus Housing

29%

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
2%
% Asian/Pacific Islander
1%
% Black or African-American
2%
% Hispanic/Latino
5%
% White or Caucasian
83%

TUITION & AID

All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA. Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.

93% of students attending South Dakota School of Mines and Technology receive some sort of financial aid. 20% were awarded federal grants. While 55% received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

Cost Out of State

$15,320

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$2,000

Books and Supplies

$7,720

Room and Board

25,040

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$16,489
$30 - $48K
$17,515
$48 - $75K
$20,271
$75 - $110K
$21,362
$110K & UP
$21,817

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