South Dakota School of Mines & Technology
The South Dakota School of Mines & Technology (SD Mines) is committed to excellence in science and engineering academics and research, and to developing the next generation of leaders and problem-solvers. The university offers a wide array of
bachelors, masters and doctoral degrees.
History
Founded in 1885 to provide instruction in the region’s primary industry, mining, today the South Dakota School of Mines & Technology has evolved into one of the leading science and engineering universities in the region.
University History |
University Leadership
Why Mines
Located in Rapid City, in the beautiful Black Hills of South Dakota, SD Mines offers a rigorous academic experience, supported by small class sizes, committed faculty members, and many student development programs and organizations. We’re known for:
- STEM Academics
- Personal Attention
- Outstanding Internship Opportunities
- Great Value
- Our wonderful location: the Rushmore Region
Visit our
Why Mines section to learn more.
Visit
SD Mines
Visiting Mines is probably the best way to learn if SD Mines is the right college choice for you. Arrange a
campus visit to Mines, come to a
Go To Mines Open House, (or if you can’t visit, take a moment to enjoy our Online Viewbook.)
Latest
News
Find the latest
Mines News on our website, or read our most recent issues of
The Hardrock Magazine or
Legacy News. Find more for alumni and other friends of the university at our
Foundation and
Alumni Association websites.