South Dakota School of Mines & Technology

Welcome to South Dakota Mines — a place to learn, explore, and innovate. We foster curiosity and advancement in STEM through immersive learning, cutting-edge research, and strong student support. Discover our rich history and dynamic community. Founded in 1885, South Dakota Mines is a leading science, technology, engineering, and mathematics university, located near the stunning Black Hills and Badlands. For years, we’ve consistently been recognized as one of the top engineering schools in the nation for return on investment. Learn more about our identity and vision. We are a public university in Rapid City, governed by the South Dakota Board of Regents, offering undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs.