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Mitchell Technical College

1800 E. Spruce Street
Mitchell, SD 57301

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Mitchell Technical College, founded in 1968, is located in Mitchell, South Dakota. The college annually enrolls about 1,300 students, mostly full-time, in six career divisions. Graduates have experienced a 98% placement rate for the past three consecutive years. Online programs, as well as short-term training courses, are also available.

School Highlights

Mitchell Technical College serves 1,407 students (61% of students are full-time).

The college's student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is same as the state community college average of 12:1.

Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority American and Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 25%.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

Enrollment: 1,407 students
In-state tuition: $7,524
Out-state tuition: $7,524
Acceptance Rate: 100%
Student:teacher ratio: 12:1
Minority enrollment: 10%
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Mitchell Technical College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:

School Overview

The teacher population of 116 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.

Mitchell Technical College

(SD) Community College Avg.

Carnegie Classification

Associate's Colleges: High Career & Technical-High Traditional

Doctoral/Professional Universities

Institution Level

At least 2 but less than 4 years

Institution Control

Public

Total Faculty

116 staff

208 staff

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School Calendar

Link to School Calendar

Student Body

The student population of Mitchell Technical College has grown by 21% over five years.

The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 has increased from 10:1 over five years.

The Mitchell Technical College diversity score of 0.19 is less than the state average of 0.43. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.

Total Enrollment

1,407 students

Student : Teacher Ratio

12:1

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# Full-Time Students

862 students

295 students

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# Part-Time Students

545 students

1,026 students

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# Enrollment Undergraduate

140 students

183 students

# Full-Time Undergraduate Students

862 students

160 students

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# Full-Time Graduate Students

n/a

135 students

# Part-Time Undergraduate Students

545 students

1,026 students

# Part-Time Graduate Students

n/a

182 students

% American Indian/Alaskan

% Asian

% Hispanic

% Black

n/a

% White

90%

75%

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% Hawaiian

n/a

% Two or more races

% Unknown races

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0.19

0.43

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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)

0.7086%

0.5843%

This chart displays completion rates for First-Time of Full-time students of Mitchell Technical College and community college average completion rates for First-Time of Full-time students of South Dakota by year, with the latest 2023-24 school year data.

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)

n/a

0.3333%

Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)

$43,400

$38,900

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Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $7,524 is more than the state average of $5,786. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.

The public out-state tuition of $7,524 is more than the state average of $5,786. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.

In-State Tuition Fees

$7,524

$5,786

This chart displays tuition fees for an in-state student of Mitchell Technical College and the public community college average tuition fees for an in-state student of South Dakota by year, with the latest 2023-24 school year data.

Out-State Tuition Fees

$7,524

$5,786

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Tuition Notes

No difference between tuition charged for in-state or out-of-state students.

% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid

88%

85%

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Median Debt for Graduates

$12,000

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Median Debt for Dropouts

$5,500

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Acceptance Rate

100%

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

1 sport

Sports

Intramural Sports Only

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

5 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:
SkillsUSA, Student Rep Board, Student Veterans Organization

Recreational Athletic Programs:
Rodeo Team, Trap Shooting Club

Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

School Notes

Mitchell Technical College provides skills for success in technical careers. The college provides high-quality Associate of Applied Science Degree and Diploma programs in the following areas:

Ag & Transportation Technologies (Ag Business, Agronomy, Animal Science, Diesel Ag Technology, Light Truck Technology, Precision Ag Technology, Power Sports & Marine Technology)
Business and Service Industries (Accounting, Business Management, Culinary Academy)
Construction Technology (Architectural Design and Building Construction, Electrical Construction and Maintenance, Heating and Cooling Technology, Machining and Manufacturing, Progressive Welding Technology)
Energy Production and Transmission (Electrical Utilities and Substation Technology, Natural Gas Technology, Power Line Construction and Maintenance, Utilities Technology, Wind Turbine Technology)
Engineering Technology (Automation Engineering Technology, Automation Controls/SCADA, Geospatial Technologies, Information Systems Technology, Wi-Fi & Broad Technologies)
Health Sciences (Human Services Technology, Licensed Practical Nursing, Medical Assistant, Medical Laboratory Technology, Medical Office Professional, Radiation Therapy, Radiologic Technology, Registered Nursing)
Online Degrees and Diplomas (Administrative Office Specialist, Small Business Management, Medical Office Professional, Speech-Language Pathology Assistant)
Advanced Technical Education (SD Center for Farm/Ranch Management, South Dakota Leadership Academy)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Mitchell Technical College cost?

Mitchell Technical College's tuition is approximately $7,524 for In-State students and $7,524 for Out-State students.

What schools are Mitchell Technical College often compared to?

Mitchell Technical Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Area Technical College, Southeast Technical College by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of Mitchell Technical College?

The acceptance rate of Mitchell Technical College is 100%, which is equal to the state average of 100%.

What sports does Mitchell Technical College offer?

Mitchell Technical College offers 1 interscholastic sports: Intramural Sports Only.

What is Mitchell Technical College's ranking?

Mitchell Technical College ranks among the top 20% of community college in South Dakota for: Highest completion rates and Least debt for graduating students.

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