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The South Dakota School of Mines and Technology, also referred to as SDSM&T or just Mines, was established in 1885. It is a public college located in Rapid City, South Dakota. The campus of the institution is spread across an area of 120 acres. SDSM&T provides degree programs in mostly technical fields. The degrees are offered in more than 15 different streams of science and engineering. Over 10 master's degree programs and several doctorate programs are also available here. The institution is organized into two colleges:
The South Dakota School of Mines and Technology 's athletics department fields a number of men's and women's sports teams that compete in Dakota Athletic Conference and National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics. The teams are nicknamed the Hardrockers, and they participate in sports including basketball, football, cross country, and golf.
The campus of The School Of Mines is in Rapid City, SD, which is a small city. The school is a public institution. Degrees at The School Of Mines include, at the school's highest level, the Doctoral degree.
The school is known for its programs in engineering and computer science and engineering.
Admission at The School Of Mines is selective, not open to all who apply. Three quarters of students in 2007 had SAT verbal scores of at least 480. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 540 and 630.
The School Of Mines maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges. The school has a tenure system for senior faculty.
In 2007, The School Of Mines had 2,070 students enrolled (1,769 full-time equivalent). A very high share of students at the school are male.
The School Of Mines offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. The school values student athletics, and belongs to the Dakota Athletic Conference.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The mission of the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology is to provide a well-rounded education that prepares students for leadership roles in engineering and science; to advance the state of knowledege and application of this knowledge through research and scholarship; and to benefit the state, regions, and nation through collaborative efforts in education and economic development."
More complete details are provided below.
South Dakota School Of Mines And Technology
501 E Saint Joseph St
Rapid City, SD 57701-3995
General Phone: (605) 394-2511
http://www.sdsmt.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering | 230 | mechanical engineering, civil engineering, electrical engineering, chemical engineering, metallurgical engineering, geological engineering, industrial engineering, materials engineering, ... |
| Liberal Arts | 28 | interdisciplinary studies, general studies |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 26 | computer and info science, computer engineering |
| Science | 24 | chemistry, atmospheric sciences, geology, physics, paleontology |
| Mathematics | 3 | mathematics |
Number of programs and degrees for The School Of Mines in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 227 | 16 |
| Master's degree | 66 | 11 |
| Associate's degree | 11 | 1 |
| Doctor's degree | 7 | 4 |
In 2007, The School Of Mines had a total enrollment of 2,070 students (1,769 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 77% |
| Women | 23% |
| Full-Time | 99% |
| Part-Time | 1% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 88% |
| Graduate | 12% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 83% |
| Black | 1% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 3% |
| Unknown | 6% |
| (Foreign Students) | 5% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 27% |
| 20-21 | 24% |
| 22-24 | 24% |
| 25-29 | 14% |
| 30-34 | 5% |
| 35-39 | 2% |
| 40-49 | 2% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| South Dakota | 56% |
| Minnesota | 11% |
| Nebraska | 7% |
| North Dakota | 5% |
| Wyoming | 3% |
| Colorado | 3% |
| (International Students) | 2% |
| Illinois | 2% |
| Iowa | 2% |
| Arizona | 1% |
| Montana | 1% |
| Washington | 1% |
| California | 1% |
| Nevada | 1% |
| Idaho | 1% |
| Wisconsin | 1% |
| Texas | 1% |
| Alaska | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 76 % |
| Part-Time | 60 % |
The School Of Mines offers campus housing for 662 of its 1,769 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Rapid City, South Dakota for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other South Dakota Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 814 | 720 | 88% | 353 | 49% |
| Men | 630 | 563 | 89% | 273 | 48% |
| Women | 184 | 157 | 85% | 80 | 51% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 480 | 600 |
| SAT Math | 540 | 630 |
| ACT Verbal | 21 | 27 |
| ACT Math | 24 | 29 |
| ACT Composite | 23 | 28 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 14% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 92% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 5,670 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 11,060 |
| Room and board | $ 4,600 |
| Room charge | $ 2,350 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 2,250 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,200 |
| Other expenses | $ 3,400 |
Financial Aid:
The School Of Mines participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 347000)
The School Of Mines has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 50 | 8 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 31 | 5 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 14 | 8 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 3 | $108,597 | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| No academic rank | calendar year | 21 | $31,450 | 9 | $31,230 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 26 | $43,444 | 9 | $31,230 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 41 | $90,362 | 6 | $78,724 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 20 | $63,959 | 5 | $55,019 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 26 | $58,810 | 8 | $57,143 |
| Instructor | academic year | 3 | $42,904 | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 90 | $73,798 | 21 | $61,881 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Dakota Athletic Conference |
| Basketball | Dakota Athletic Conference |
| Track | Dakota Athletic Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 85 | 30 | 115 |
| Football | 57 | 0 | 57 |
| Basketball | 14 | 12 | 26 |
| Track | 11 | 5 | 16 |
| All Other Sports | 3 | 13 | 16 |
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Engineering, General
Computer and Information Sciences, General
ENGINEERING
Biomedical/Medical Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Civil Engineering, General
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
Engineering/Industrial Management
Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering
Geological/Geophysical Engineering
Industrial Engineering
Materials Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Metallurgical Engineering
Mining and Mineral Engineering
LIBERAL ARTS
General Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
SCIENCE
Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology, General
Chemistry, General
Geology/Earth Science, General
Paleontology
Physics, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets The School Of Mines Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| % students on athletic fin. aid (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 15% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (colleges not offering open-admission) | Top 18% | |
| % of degrees in science (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career services Student employment services On-campus day care Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army) Offers athletic scholarships
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