by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow you’ll find current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fee figures for South Dakota School of Mines and Technology, plus how they compare to other colleges and a forward projection.
In the most recent reported year, in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at South Dakota School of Mines and Technology came in at $10,500 each year. For out-of-state students the comparable figure was $14,900. In-state residents pay notably less as a result.
Of those figures, the required fees totaled $2,700 in-state and $2,700 out-of-state; the balance is base tuition.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $7,800 | $12,200 |
| Fees | $2,700 | $2,700 |
| Total | $10,500 | $14,900 |
This tuition and fees total reflects one year of study and leave out room and board.
Remember that a lot of students receive financial aid and scholarships that reduce the amount they actually pay. The numbers on this page are sticker price.
What will South Dakota School of Mines and Technology cost for part-time students? See the Cost Per Credit Hour page to find out.
To see where that lands, here is how South Dakota School of Mines and Technology tuition and fees stack up against other institutions. Each rating shows whether the school runs above or below that group’s average.
| Nationwide | In SD | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Average | Average | Average |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Average | Average | Expensive |
Compared to colleges across the country, South Dakota School of Mines and Technology sits close to the national average.
Keep in mind that sticker price is only part of the story — aid can change what you actually pay. See the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology Financial Aid page to learn more.
Below is how tuition at South Dakota School of Mines and Technology has tracked across the last few reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $7,820 | $12,240 |
| Two Years Ago | $7,820 | $12,240 |
| One Year Ago | $7,800 | $12,200 |
| Most Recent Year | $7,800 | $12,200 |
The chart here shows how tuition at SD Mines has changed across the reported years.
Annual tuition increases are the norm at most institutions, so a freshman should expect to pay more by senior year.
Discover answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for more context.
Tuition is just the starting figure — aid packages can change what students and families actually pay.
For details on financial aid availability at South Dakota School of Mines and Technology, visit the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology Financial Aid page.