President's Message
A welcome from Mines President Heather Wilson
University Leadership
The academic professionals who lead the way at Mines
Mines Strategic Plan
The Pursuit of Excellence: Mines Strategic Plan through 2022
Points of Excellence
A Mines education is considered a national Best Buy
Rapid City & the Black Hills
An outdoor paradise and a wonderful place to live and learn
Employment
Explore employment opportunities at the South Dakota School of Mines
Alumni Association
Our strong alumni association helps move the university forward
SDSM&T Foundation
Supporting the short-term and long-term vision of the School of Mines
Campus Services
HR, ITS, Marketing/PR, Facilities, Business Services and more
Campus Map
Find maps and visitor information - available at our Campus Life section
Community Services
Our many public resources include
Why Mines
Begin your legacy in engineering, science, math, computer technology
The Application Process
Review the application process then apply online
Admissions Staff
Counselors are available to answer all your questions
Find Your Major
What will your future look like? There are many options - start planning now
Tuition and Fees
Find information on tuition, fees, housing, dining and more
Financial Aid & Scholarships
A majority of our students receive financial assistance
Visit With Us
Schedule a visit to campus or find a College Fair in your local area
'Go To Mines' Open House
A great way to see the campus, meet with faculty, check out facilities
Request Information
Can't visit? We'll be happy to send any information that you need
Graduate Student Admissions
Advanced degrees prepare our leaders in science and engineering
International Students
The Ivanhoe International Center helps with international student admissions
Accepted Students
You're in, so now what? Resources to help you get prepared
Academic Catalog
A comprehensive online resource for courses & other academic information
Academic Calendar
Find important academic dates for the current semester and beyond
Degrees & Programs
Many areas of study to choose from in science and engineering
Minors | Certificates
Emphasis areas and professional certifications to put you a step ahead
Academic Departments
Find out more about SDSM&T departments and programs
Registrar/Course Enrollment
Information and resources to help you schedule the classes you need
WebAdvisor
Our online system for registering for classes
Graduate Education
Assistance & resources for students pursuing advanced degrees
CAMP ( Student Projects)
Center of Excellence for Advanced Manufacturing and Production
TLC Tutoring
Free tutoring for students in all core subjects at the 100 and 200 levels
Study Abroad
Experience a broader world, and make a difference doing it
Transcripts
Request a transcript from the Registar's Office
Dean of Students Office
Always available to help students, provide resources, answer questions
Student Support
Counseling, Disability Services, Pastoral Care
Student Resources
Student Handbook, Student Conduct, Policies, Forms and more
Residence Life (Housing)
On- and off- campus living, residence halls, apartments, dining
Student Activities
There is a lot to get involved in, including 75+ student organizations
Visit Campus | Campus Map
Find your way to, and your way around, the Mines campus
Surbeck Center
The campus Student Union, public events are also held at Surbeck
University Bookstore
Get your Hardrocker gear and supplies from the store or online
Quick links to a variety of Student Services at Mines:
Emergency Information
Be prepared for the unexpected, follow emergency news and updates
Hardrocker Athletics
Website for all SDSM&T Hardrocker athletic activities
Men's Sports
Football, basketball, track, cross-country, soccer and golf
Women's Sports
Basketball, volleyball, track, cross- country, cheerleading and golf
Hardrocker Merchandise
Get your gear and show your School of Mines spirit
Hall of Fame
The Christensen Hall of Fame recognizes achievements in sports
Camps and Events
Improve your skills in soccer, volleyball and basketball
Intramural Sports
Many choices - from wiffle ball to basketball. Great fun, good exercise!
Athletic Department
Administration, coaches, athletic trainers and coordinators
News Releases
The latest news and stories from the School of Mines
The Hardrock Magazine
Published by SDSM&T and the Alumni Association
Legacy News
Monthly newsletter highlighting recent activities at Mines
Publications
South Dakota School of Mines & Technology publications and reports
University Relations
Marketing & communications, events, public relations and conferencing
UR Job Request Form
Request help with publications, web, photos, video and more
SDSM&T Calendar
Don't miss an important date or event. Filtered for a variety of audiences:
Research at SDSM&T
A high-level look at our research plans and capabilities
Research Administration
Research planning and direction at the School of Mines
Research Areas
Four major research areas are the focus of our strategic planning
Research Report
Published annually or bi-annually, learn more about current initiatives
Research Funding
Research awards fund progress, innovation and infrastructure
Economic Development
Protecting and developing the university's intellectual property
Sponsored Programs
Submission and administration of grants and sponsored research
Special Programs (NASA)
NASA EPSCor and the South Dakota Space Grant Consortium
Labs & Centers
Personnel Directory
Looking for someone? We offer a variety of directory views to help you find who or what you need