by our College Data Analytics TeamIs SD Mines worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
These SD Mines majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| General Metallurgical Engineering | #3 of 4 |
| Metallurgical Engineering | #3 of 4 |
| Engineering | #3 of 4 |
| Mining & Mineral Engineering | #7 of 9 |
| Mining Engineering | #7 of 9 |
| General Industrial Engineering | #60 of 89 |
| Industrial Engineering | #60 of 89 |
| Bioengineering & Biomedical Engineering | #91 of 156 |
| Biomedical Engineering | #91 of 156 |
| Chemical Engineering | #105 of 153 |
Unfortunately, College Factual was unable to determine the value ranking of SD Mines due to a lack of data.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at SD Mines costs about $21,833. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $87,331 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $25,505 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $20,183 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $21,833 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $87,331 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about SD Mines net price and the factors that affect it.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at SD Mines shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $15,481 |
| $30K–$48K | $17,330 |
| $48K–$75K | $20,041 |
| $75K–$110K | $21,496 |
| Over $110K | $22,179 |
About 69% of SD Mines undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $6,819 per year. Get more details on the SD Mines financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing a school’s average total cost to other schools of a similar quality. Unfortunately we did not have enough data to determine the value of SD Mines. See the net price page for more information.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.