South Dakota School of Mines and Technology

It is moderately difficult to get into South Dakota School of Mines and Technology. Around 84% of applicants get into South Dakota School of Mines and Technology each year. Out of 1,368 applications received in 2023, 1,156 students were offered admission.

If you are thinking about applying to South Dakota School of Mines and Technology, the deadline for Fall 2024 admissions is 2/15 and the fee for the application costs $20.

South Dakota School of Mines and Technology Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of South Dakota School of Mines and Technology's admissions stats.

South Dakota School of Mines and Technology 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.6
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	24%
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	11%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	93%
Waitlist	No

South Dakota School of Mines and Technology Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for South Dakota School of Mines and Technology.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–
Regular Decision	Yes	2 15	–

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Applying Early to South Dakota School of Mines and Technology?

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South Dakota School of Mines and Technology does not offer early decision or early action.

➡️ See a list of some top colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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Transferring to South Dakota School of Mines and Technology

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to South Dakota School of Mines and Technology

South Dakota School of Mines and Technology has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does South Dakota School of Mines and Technology Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are they consider most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that prioritize the admissions factors where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at South Dakota School of Mines and Technology

What does South Dakota School of Mines and Technology consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Class Rank	Very Important
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Work Experience	Considered

Make sure to check with South Dakota School of Mines and Technology for more information on admission factors.

South Dakota School of Mines and Technology Application Requirements

To apply to South Dakota School of Mines and Technology, all applicants must submit the following items. Double check with South Dakota School of Mines and Technology's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	–	–	–	–
Other Requirements	–	–	–	Proof of College Algebra-readiness
Letter(s) of Recommendation	–	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	–	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into South Dakota School of Mines and Technology?

Students admitted to South Dakota School of Mines and Technology have an average unweighted GPA of 3.6.

Out of all students that were admitted, 14% submitted a class rank. At South Dakota School of Mines and Technology 24% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 56% were in the top 25% and 86% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At South Dakota School of Mines and Technology, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	–
3.75 and 3.99	–
3.50 and 3.74	–
3.25 and 3.49	–
3.00 and 3.24	–
2.50 and 2.9	–
2.00 and 2.49	–

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to South Dakota School of Mines and Technology directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

South Dakota School of Mines and Technology does not have a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2017, 11% of South Dakota School of Mines and Technology's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 93% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

To be most competitive at South Dakota School of Mines and Technology, you should strive to earn between 24 and 29 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 29 means you fall in the 75th percentile for South Dakota School of Mines and Technology's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 29, and three out of four students scored lower than 29 on the ACT.

A 24 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for South Dakota School of Mines and Technology students. Only one out of every four students scored below 24.

More Information on Transferring to South Dakota School of Mines and Technology

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to South Dakota School of Mines and Technology. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in South Dakota School of Mines and Technology during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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South Dakota School of Mines and Technology Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to South Dakota School of Mines and Technology?

❌ Students who are admitted to South Dakota School of Mines and Technology must attend in the term they start. Deferring admissions is not encouraged. If you have a unusual circumstance, contact the admissions department.

Does South Dakota School of Mines and Technology accept transfer credits?

✅ South Dakota School of Mines and Technology accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. South Dakota School of Mines and Technology accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does South Dakota School of Mines and Technology accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ South Dakota School of Mines and Technology accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to South Dakota School of Mines and Technology?

✅ South Dakota School of Mines and Technology is not test optional.

What is South Dakota School of Mines and Technology's acceptance rate?

✅ South Dakota School of Mines and Technology has an acceptance rate of 84%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at South Dakota School of Mines and Technology?

❌ South Dakota School of Mines and Technology does not offer early decision.

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