Ivanhoe International Center

You Are Welcome Here!

South Dakota Mines has a strong, inter-connected international community of students, faculty, resources and support. We all work together to help international students thrive and succeed as well as help students that want an education abroad experience. International students have historically constituted approximately 5 percent of the total student population. The number of international students is approximately 110 from more than 35 countries, enrolled in both undergraduate and graduate studies. The faculty includes many people with international backgrounds as well.

Ivanhoe International Center (IIC) Namesake

The Ivanhoe International Center (IIC) was established at South Dakota Mines in the fall semester, 1994. The IIC was made possible through a generous gift by an alumnus, Mr. Lytton F. "Buster" Ivanhoe. The IIC is located in the Surbeck Student Center, and is the center of international activities on campus. A broad program of services is provided to international students and students wanting to study abroad. The IIC has an open door policy for all students.

The IIC Mission

The Ivanhoe International Center develops and supports activities and programs for international students, faculty, and staff coming to South Dakota Mines, and for those who want to engage in international and global experiences, in alignment with Mines Advantage.

Students at an international cultural event.

Prospective and New International Students

Become a Future Hardrocker! Explore the resources below to start your application journey:

Prospective International Students: Learn about requirements and deadlines.
Costs for International Students: Get a breakdown of tuition and fees.
Admitted Students Page: Your next steps after acceptance.

Explore upcoming cultural events at South Dakota Mines, including the Cultural Etiquette Dinner, International Education Week, Diwali Festival, and Cultural Expo, promoting global awareness.

Learn more about Cultural Events at South Dakota Mines

F-1 Students

For all international students currently on an F-1 visa: visit the International Student Resources D2L Course for all visa-related information and more. If you are not already added to this course, please reach out to our office.

J-1 Exchange/Visitors

For all international exchange/visitors on a J-1 Visa: visit the J-1 Resources Website for all visa-related information and more.

Education Abroad

Study abroad programs are growing at South Dakota Mines, offering engineering and science students short-term, summer, semester, and year-long opportunities, plus research experiences around the world. Learn more about Education Abroad