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The campus of The School Of Mines is in Rapid City, South Dakota, 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 mathematics, science, engineering, and computer science and engineering.
Admission at The School Of Mines is selective, not open to all who apply. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
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. The full-time faculty at The School Of Mines is well-paid, which often goes with faculty quality.
In 2005, the school had 2,313 students enrolled (1,964 full-time equivalent). A very high share of students at The School Of Mines are male.
The school offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. The School Of Mines offers students meal plans. 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
Admissions Phone: (605) 394-2414
Financial Aid Phone: (605) 394-2274
http://www.sdsmt.edu
The School Of Mines awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering | 234 | mechanical engineering, civil engineering, electrical engineering, chemical engineering, industrial engineering, engineering management, materials engineering, geological engineering, ... |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 42 | computer and info science, computer engineering |
| Science | 42 | chemistry, atmospheric sciences, paleontology, geology, physics |
| Liberal Arts | 31 | interdisciplinary studies, general studies |
| Mathematics | 8 | mathematics |
Number of programs and degrees for The School Of Mines in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 249 | 16 |
| Master's degree | 95 | 10 |
| Doctor's degree | 9 | 3 |
| Associate's degree | 4 | 1 |
In 2005, The School Of Mines had a total enrollment of 2,313 students (1,964 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 75% |
| Women | 25% |
| Full-Time | 96% |
| Part-Time | 4% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 85% |
| Graduate | 15% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 81% |
| Black | 1% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 3% |
| Other Races | 7% |
| (Foreign Students) | 6% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 24% |
| 20-21 | 24% |
| 22-24 | 24% |
| 25-29 | 14% |
| 30-34 | 5% |
| 35-39 | 4% |
| 40-49 | 4% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| South Dakota | 70% |
| Nebraska | 6% |
| Minnesota | 5% |
| Wyoming | 5% |
| North Dakota | 3% |
| Colorado | 3% |
| Montana | 2% |
| Iowa | 1% |
| Washington | 1% |
| California | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 64 % |
| Part-Time | 45 % |
The School Of Mines offers campus housing for 662 of its 1,964 (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 offers students a meal plan with 17 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 721 | 678 | 94% | 365 | 54% |
| Men | 544 | 517 | 95% | 275 | 53% |
| Women | 177 | 161 | 91% | 90 | 56% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| ACT Verbal | 20 | 26 |
| ACT Math | 22 | 28 |
| ACT Composite | 22 | 27 |
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 ACT | 93% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Admissions Phone Number: (605) 394-2414
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 5,070 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 10,060 |
| Room and board | $ 4,190 |
| Room charge | $ 2,120 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 2,070 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
| Other expenses | $ 3,000 |
Financial Aid:
The School Of Mines participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 347000)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (605) 394-2274
The School Of Mines has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 56 | 6 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 18 | 7 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 34 | 14 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 10 | $94,256 | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 5 | $64,788 | 1 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 5 | $55,373 | 4 | $51,267 |
| Instructor | calendar year | 6 | $43,145 | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 26 | $69,317 | 5 | $49,386 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 43 | $81,170 | 6 | $68,197 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 23 | $59,617 | 5 | $49,330 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 12 | $51,672 | 7 | $50,821 |
| Instructor | academic year | 5 | $36,771 | 3 | $42,329 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 83 | $68,258 | 21 | $54,217 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences (2005):
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Dakota Athletic Conference |
| Basketball | Dakota Athletic Conference |
| Track | Dakota Athletic Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2004):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 104 | 21 | 125 |
| Football | 76 | 0 | 76 |
| Basketball | 12 | 7 | 19 |
| Track | 12 | 5 | 17 |
| All Other Sports | 4 | 9 | 13 |
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Engineering, General
Computer and Information Sciences, General
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 9% | |
| % of degrees in science (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| % students on athletic fin. aid (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 14% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (colleges not offering open-admission) | Top 18% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
| % of students from other states (vs. all colleges) | 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 placement services Student employment services On-campus day care Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers campus housing Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army) Offers athletic scholarships
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