Admissions Overview
The admission process at South Dakota School of Mines and Technology has a 85% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $20. South Dakota School of Mines and Technology has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
85%
Less Selective
Application Volume
1,539
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
38%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at South Dakota School of Mines and Technology has a 85% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $20. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at South Dakota School of Mines and Technology evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$20
Non-refundable application fee
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
High School GPA
OptionalStandardized Test Scores
OptionalLetters of Recommendation
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Personal Statement/Essay
Not ConsideredHigh School Class Rank
Not ConsideredWork Experience
Not ConsideredLegacy Status
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at South Dakota School of Mines and Technology. About 25% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,130 to 1,320. Additionally, about 75% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 23 to 29.
SAT Scores
25% of students submitted400
1600
1130 – 1320
200
800
560 – 650
200
800
570 – 670
ACT Scores
75% of students submitted1
36
23 – 29
1
36
21 – 28
1
36
24 – 28
Admission Statistics
1,539 students applied to South Dakota Mines. Of those, 85% were accepted (1,312 students). Of these 1,312 accepted students, 496 chose to enroll.
1,539
Total Applicants
1,312
Students Admitted
496
Students Enrolled
85%
Acceptance Rate