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OFFICIAL SCORECARD
South Dakota School of Mines and Technology
Rapid City, SD · Public
Acceptance rate
79.9%
Average SAT
1245
Tuition, out-of-state (yr)
$14,900
Tuition, in-state (yr)
$10,500
Undergraduates
2,071
Median earnings, 10 yrs
$72,257
Type
Public
State
South Dakota (SD)
International students
1.4%
STEM degrees
94%
🎓 94% of degrees here are in STEM fields — international students graduating in a STEM major qualify for up to 3 years of OPT work authorization in the US (vs. 1 year for other majors), which matters if you plan to work after graduation.
Figures come from the US Department of Education College Scorecard. For current admission policies and costs, always check the school's official website.