Ivanhoe International Center
You Are Welcome Here!
International Community at South Dakota Mines
South Dakota Mines (SDM) 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.
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.
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.
Education Abroad
Education abroad programs are growing at South Dakota Mines and for our Engineers and Scientists. Students can participate in short-term, summer, semester, year-long programs as well as research opportunities in many locations around the world.
Learn more about Education Abroad
Cultural Events
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
Contact Us
Ivanhoe International Center
Surbeck Center Lower Level Rooms 050 - 051
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.