While your education at the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology is cited as one of the nation's best values, we can help you make an affordable education even more so. In fact, average loan debt of School of Mines graduates in 2006-7 was $16,871 significantly lower than the national average.
And we administer more than $11 million in scholarships and need-based aid annually. More than 82 percent of our students receive aid and the average award is $7,681.
Total Costs (2008-9)
| Undergraduate | SD | Non-SD | |
| Tuition and Fees (30 credits/year) | $6,480 | $7,800 | |
| Room and Board (based on average cost) | $4,740 | $4,740 | |
Books and Supplies | $1,950 | $1,950 | |
| Total Per Year | $13,170 | $14,490 | |
| (Minnesota Reciprocity) |
Financial Aid (2006-7)
| Approximate Amount Dispersed | $11,627,180 |
| Percentage of Students Receiving Aid | 82% |
| Average Award | $7,681 |
