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South Dakota School of Mines and Technology

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world rank  2106

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Overview

Established in 1885, the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Rapid City (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), South Dakota. Officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, South Dakota School of Mines and Technology (SDSMT) is a small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 2,000-2,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. South Dakota School of Mines and Technology (SDSMT) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 139-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 80-89% making this US higher education organization a least selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. SDSMT also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

South Dakota School of Mines and Technology's Control Typepublic

Entity

South Dakota School of Mines and Technology's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

South Dakota School of Mines and Technology' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

South Dakota School of Mines and Technology's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym SDSMT
Founded 1885
Motto It Starts at SD Mines
Colours Blue and gold
Mascot Grubby the Miner
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University Location

Address 501 E Saint Joseph Street
Rapid City
57701-3995 South Dakota
United States
South Dakota School of Mines and Technology's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
South Dakota School of Mines and Technology Phone Number +1 (605) 394 2511
South Dakota School of Mines and Technology Fax Number +1 (605) 394 6883

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following South Dakota School of Mines and Technology's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify South Dakota School of Mines and Technology's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This South Dakota School of Mines and Technology's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at South Dakota School of Mines and Technology.

South Dakota School of Mines and Technology: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
10,000-12,499 US$
(9,110-11,390 Euro)
10,000-12,499 US$
(9,110-11,390 Euro)
International
students
15,000-17,499 US$
(13,670-15,950 Euro)
20,000-24,999 US$
(18,225-22,780 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

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Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic South Dakota School of Mines and Technology's admission information.

South Dakota School of Mines and Technology's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


South Dakota School of Mines and Technology's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has South Dakota School of Mines and Technology a selective admission policy? Yes, based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

South Dakota School of Mines and Technology's acceptance rate range is 80-89% making this institution a least selective higher education institution.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is considered but not required
  • Secondary school rank is neither required nor recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is recommended
  • Recommendations are neither required nor recommended
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are considered but not required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


South Dakota School of Mines and Technology's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


South Dakota School of Mines and Technology's Admission Office Admission Office

501 East St. Joseph Street
Rapid City 57701
(605) 394 6884
877 877 6044

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Size and Profile

Introduction

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Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for South Dakota School of Mines and Technology.

South Dakota School of Mines and Technology's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

South Dakota School of Mines and Technology has an enrollment range of 2,000-2,999 students making it a small-sized institution.


South Dakota School of Mines and Technology's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 100-199 academic employees (Faculty).


South Dakota School of Mines and Technology's Control Type Control Type

South Dakota School of Mines and Technology is a public higher education institution.


South Dakota School of Mines and Technology's Entity Type Entity Type

South Dakota School of Mines and Technology is a non-profit higher education institution.


South Dakota School of Mines and Technology's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


South Dakota School of Mines and Technology's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

South Dakota School of Mines and Technology does not have any religious affiliation.


Carnegie Classification

Introduction

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States...


The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.

Carnegie Classification

uniRank provides below the official South Dakota School of Mines and Technology's Carnegie classification.

Basic Classification Master's Colleges & Universities: Medium Programs
Size & Setting Four-year, small, highly residential institution
Enrollment Profile High undergraduate
Undergraduate Profile Four-year, full-time, more selective, lower transfer-in institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program Professions plus arts & sciences, some graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program Research Doctoral: STEM-dominant

Facilities and Services

Introduction

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University Facilities

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South Dakota School of Mines and Technology's Library University Library

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South Dakota School of Mines and Technology's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 161,912 physical volumes, 7,389 physical media, 4,300 digital/electronic media and 32 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 19 full-time employees, including 2 librarians. South Dakota School of Mines and Technology's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

South Dakota School of Mines and Technology's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.

In particular, the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 1,082 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

South Dakota School of Mines and Technology's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

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South Dakota School of Mines and Technology's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

South Dakota School of Mines and Technology's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

South Dakota School of Mines and Technology's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.

In particular, this institution offers some courses via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

South Dakota School of Mines and Technology's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

South Dakota School of Mines and Technology's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


South Dakota School of Mines and Technology's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

South Dakota School of Mines and Technology is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Higher Learning Commission

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1925


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important South Dakota School of Mines and Technology's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Computing Accreditation Commission (CAC) of ABET
  • Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of ABET
  • American Chemical Society (ACS)


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important South Dakota School of Mines and Technology's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • South Dakota Board of Regents (SDBOR)
  • American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU)
  • Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities (APLU)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

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Social Media

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