by our College Data Analytics TeamHere, you'll find out more about the major, including such details as the number of graduates, what degree levels are offered, ethnicity of students, average salaries, and more. Also, learn how South Dakota State ranks among other schools offering degrees in ag mech.
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South Dakota State is in the top 10% of the country for ag mech. More specifically it was ranked #3 out of 26 schools by College Factual. It is also ranked #1 in South Dakota.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, South Dakota State University handed out 18 bachelor's degrees in agricultural mechanization. This is a decrease of 33% over the previous year when 27 degrees were handed out.
The median salary of ag mech students who receive their bachelor's degree at South Dakota State is $54,155. This is higher than $51,141, which is the national median for all ag mech bachelor's degree recipients.
While getting their bachelor's degree at South Dakota State, ag mech students borrow a median amount of $22,000 in student loans. This is not too bad considering that the median debt load of all ag mech bachelor's degree recipients across the country is $22,250.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the ag mech majors at South Dakota State University.
All of the 18 students who graduated with a Bachelor’s in ag mech from South Dakota State in 2021 were men.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 100% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from South Dakota State University with a bachelor's in ag mech.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 18 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 0 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Animal Science | 138 |
| General Agriculture | 75 |
| Plant Sciences | 66 |
| Agricultural Economics & Business | 62 |
| Agricultural Production | 20 |
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