South Dakota School of Mines and Technology
Public university · Rapid City, SD · 2,071 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
80%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
1140–1340
ACT (middle 50%)
24–30
Average net price
$20,827
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$26,296
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
52%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into South Dakota School of Mines and Technology?
South Dakota School of Mines and Technology accepts about 80 of every 100 applicants (80%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1140 and 1340 on the SAT. A score at or above 1340 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1140, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 24–30.
The latest federal data says South Dakota School of Mines and Technology is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on South Dakota School of Mines and Technology's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does South Dakota School of Mines and Technology cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $26,296 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $20,827 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $11,500 for SD residents and $16,200 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$11,500
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$16,200
- Room & board$9,500
- Total cost of attendance$26,296
- Average net price after grants$20,827
Popular majors
Engineering, Computer Science, Physical Sciences.
South Dakota School of Mines and Technology FAQ
- What is South Dakota School of Mines and Technology's acceptance rate?
- 80% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for South Dakota School of Mines and Technology?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1140–1340. Aim for 1340 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for South Dakota School of Mines and Technology?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 24–30.
- Is South Dakota School of Mines and Technology test-optional?
- The latest federal data says South Dakota School of Mines and Technology is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on South Dakota School of Mines and Technology's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does South Dakota School of Mines and Technology cost?
- About $26,296 a year before aid; $20,827 on average after grants.
- What is South Dakota School of Mines and Technology's FAFSA school code?
- 003470. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so South Dakota School of Mines and Technology receives your information.
- What is South Dakota School of Mines and Technology's graduation rate?
- 52% of students finish within six years.
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| University of Sioux FallsSioux Falls, SD | 83% | — | $21,417 | 64% |
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