South Dakota School of Mines & Technology
— Science and Engineering since 1885 —
SD Mines is a STEM university, with curriculum that allows you to jump into your major from day one. At Mines, we expect you to break things, build things, explore your passions, and invent tomorrow.
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Gain access to renowned faculty, high-tech facilities, challenging projects, and the resources you need to advance your career and research what matters - here and around the globe.
At Mines, you’ll get the knowledge and real-world experience to help you land a job. Graduates earn an average starting salary topping $61,000, making Mines a great return on investment.
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Our online viewbook captures in images and video just how unique the SD Mines experience is. Hands on and high tech! -- see how Mines provides academic adventure and challenge.
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16 undergraduate degrees/majors, 23 graduate degrees, 18 minors plus certificate options help you prepare for the future you envision
South Dakota School of Mines & Technology will reorganize two existing departments to create a new Computer Science and Engineering Department.
Researchers in the Department of Physics at the South Dakota School of Mines & Technology, are playing an integral role in both ProtoDUNE and DUNE.
South Dakota School of Mines & Technology's Fall Career Fair included a record 152 employers. SD Mines students are in high demand. Mines graduates enjoy a 97 percent job placement rate and an average starting salary of about $61,300.
The South Dakota Board of Regents approved Thursday a new esports certificate program at the South Dakota School of Mines & Technology. This new curriculum goes hand-in-hand with SD Mines’ esports varsity program that includes the university’s League of Legends team.
SD Mines continues its partnership with South Dakota Public Broadcasting and Hay Camp Brewing Company to host the STEAM Café, a series of free informal talks on topics ranging from cutting edge research to history. Learn More >>
The best way to learn if Mines is for you is to attend a "Go To Mines" Open House. Tour campus, meet faculty and students, and see what your future might hold! Our next GTM event is October 20. Learn More >>
The SD Mines India Club invites the campus and the public to join in the celebration of Diwali, one of the most important Hindu holidays. Come for dancing, entertainment, fireworks and food on from 5-9 p.m. on November 17. Learn More >>
We search for dark matter a mile underground, engineer solutions for the developing world, and launch research-fueled start-ups and industry partnerships to spark economic development at home and abroad. Learn More >>