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- Type
- private
- Location
- RAPID CITY, USA
Official website
www.sdsmt.eduUSAQS #5 World📊 Live dataPartial catalogue
SOUTH DAKOTA SCHOOL OF MINES & TECHNOLOGY - ALSO KNOWN AS : SOUTH DAKOTA MINES
South Dakota School of Mines & Technology (also known as South Dakota Mines) is a public university located in Rapid City, South Dakota. It was founded in 1885 and is known for its strong emphasis on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) disciplines. The university offers undergraduate and graduate programs in various fields, including engineering, computer science, geology, and environmental science. South Dakota Mines is also recognized for its research capabilities, particularly in areas such as mining engineering, renewable energy, and materials science.
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US News & World Report #180 · 2023Times Higher Education #301 · 2022
- Living Costs (estimated): $1,850
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Campus Vibe
Urban, 200 acres
SportyAcademicResidentialIntimate Community
2/10
Diversity
6/10
Academic Rigor
7/10
City safety (heuristic)
7/10
Social scene
Weather: Varies widely by state
Living costs: Research local rent and transport for your intake year
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Career Outcomes
87% placement rate
Top Recruiters
AmazonGoogleMicrosoftDeloitteJPMorgan
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Student Life
2,500 students (100 international)
Campus: Urban, 200 acres
Location: RAPID CITY, United States
Climate: Varies widely by state
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Application Insider
Acceptance rate: 90%
IELTS: Overall 6.5
When to apply: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school
Common mistakes to avoid
- Submitting generic SOPs — tailor your story to 2–3 program-specific points
- Missing document certified translations where required
- Applying in the final round without buffer for visa timelines
- Ignoring conditional offers — respond before the deadline in the portal
💡IELTS requirement: Overall 6.5
💡Acceptance rate: 90%
💡Latest cutoff: IELTS 6.5
💡Typical apply window for United States: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school