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Mitchell Technical College (Mitchell Tech) : Overview, Courses, Scholarships & Rankings

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About Mitchell Technical College

Mitchell is home to the Corn Palace, and Mitchell Technical College fits right into that hands-on, can-do spirit. The college is known for practical study across applied technologies, health, agriculture, energy, and business. Labs and shop spaces feel like real workplaces, with simulation rooms and professional tools. Faculty are approachable, and support like advising, tutoring, and career coaching is easy to find. It's a close-knit place where you learn by doing and see how class time links to the workday.

Student life leans active and down-to-earth: clubs, skills teams, intramurals, and plenty of get-outside time on nearby lakes and trails. The student center, study nooks, and quiet corners make it easy to reset. And the town adds more, from community celebrations at the Corn Palace to part-time jobs and employer visits. The college has a reputation for on-the-job learning through internships and apprenticeships that build real connections. Simple traditions, like skills showcases and service projects, help tie campus to Mitchell's people.

Key Institutional Details

Contact & Profile

Location
1800 E. Spruce Street, Mitchell, South Dakota, 57301, USA
Unit ID
219189

Academic & Institutional

Control
Public institution (funded by state or local government)
Accreditation
HLC
Length of Study
Programs of 2 to less than 4 years (e.g. associate degree)
Calendar System
Semester system (two main terms per year)
Award Levels
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
Associate's
Other Award
Campus Setting
Located in a remote town (35+ miles from urbanized area)
Carnegie Classification
Associate's - High Career & Technical, Traditional
Tuition & Fees
In-State
$7,524
Tuition $4,092 + Fee $3,432
Out-of-State
$7,524
Tuition $4,092 + Fee $3,432
Student Profile
Total Students 1,132
Undergraduate 953
Graduate/Other 179
Male: 747 Female: 385
Applications
Total Applicants N/A
Admitted N/A
Enrolled N/A
Staff
Total Staff 127
Full-time 115
Part-time 12
Full-time: 90.6% Part-time: 9.4%

Academic Programs & Fields of Study

Mitchell Technical College (Mitchell Tech) offers 38 degree programs across 10 major academic fields, graduating approximately 512 students annually. The most popular fields by graduate volume are Construction (5 programs, 182 graduates), Health (8 programs, 98 graduates), Agriculture (6 programs, 81 graduates), Business (5 programs, 50 graduates) and Mechanics (6 programs, 39 graduates). Explore program details, award levels, and graduate demographics below.

Construction (5 programs, 182 graduates)
Building Trades, Construction Management and Skilled Crafts
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Lineworker 94
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
Associate's
46.0303
Electrician 50
Associate's
46.0302
Electrical and Power Transmission Installation 18
Associate's
46.0301
Building Construction Technology 14
Associate's
46.0415
Construction Trades 6
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
Associate's
46.9999
Health (8 programs, 98 graduates)
Healthcare Professions, Medical Sciences and Clinical Practice
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Registered Nursing 21
Associate's
51.3801
Licensed Practical Nursing 18
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
51.3901
Radiologic Technology 16
Associate's
51.0911
Medical Assistant 12
Associate's
51.0801
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant 11
Associate's
51.0816
Medical Radiologic Technology 9
Associate's
51.0907
Clinical Laboratory Technician 8
Associate's
51.1004
Medical Office Assistant 3
Associate's
51.0710
Agriculture (6 programs, 81 graduates)
Agricultural Sciences, Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Medicine
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Agribusiness Operations 18
Associate's
01.0102
Agricultural Mechanization 17
Associate's
01.0201
Farm and Ranch Management 16
Other Award
01.0104
Animal and Livestock Production 12
Associate's
01.0302
Agronomy and Crop Science 11
Associate's
01.1102
Agricultural Machinery Technology 7
Associate's
01.0205
Business (5 programs, 50 graduates)
Business Administration, Marketing and Entrepreneurship
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Business Administration and Management 14
Associate's
52.0201
Accounting 12
Associate's
52.0301
Small Business Management 10
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
52.0703
Entrepreneurship Studies 8
Associate's
52.0701
Business and Office Technology 6
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
Associate's
52.0407
Mechanics (6 programs, 39 graduates)
Automotive Technology, Equipment Repair and Maintenance
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation, and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology 21
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
Associate's
47.0201
Wind Energy System Installation and Repair 7
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
47.0704
Small Engine Mechanics and Repair Technology 4
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
47.0606
Marine Maintenance and Ship Repair Technology 3
Associate's
47.0616
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies 3
Associate's
47.0699
Motorcycle Maintenance and Repair Technology 1
Associate's
47.0611
Eng. Technologies (4 programs, 36 graduates)
Applied Engineering Technologies and Technical Support
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Welding Engineering Technology 16
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
Associate's
15.0614
Telecommunications Technology 9
Associate's
15.0305
Automation Engineer Technology 9
Associate's
15.0406
Manufacturing Engineering Technology 2
Associate's
15.0613
Personal Services (1 programs, 8 graduates)
Hospitality Management, Culinary Arts and Personal Care
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Culinary Arts and Chef Training 8
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
Associate's
12.0503
Security & Safety (1 programs, 8 graduates)
Emergency Management, Law Enforcement and Public Safety
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Geospatial Intelligence 8
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
43.0407
Production (1 programs, 6 graduates)
Manufacturing Technology, Quality Control and Industrial Arts
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Machine Tool Technology 6
Associate's
48.0501
Computer & IT (1 programs, 4 graduates)
Computer Science, Information Technology and Cybersecurity
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Network and System Administration 4
Associate's
11.1001

Tuition, Fees & Estimated Costs

Overview of tuition rates, housing, and other annual education expenses for undergraduate and graduate students

Estimated Total Cost
(In-state)
$8,224
Estimated Total Cost
(Out-state)
$8,224
In-state Tuition (incl. fees)
$7,524
Tuition and fees for students residing in-state
Out-of-state Tuition (incl. fees)
$7,524
Tuition and fees for non-resident students
Room & Board
$6,800 (off-campus)
Housing and meal plan expenses
Books & Supplies
$700
Average yearly cost of books and study materials
Other Expenses
$2,600 (off-campus)
Miscellaneous personal and institutional expenses
Other Expenses (with family)
$2,500
Estimated cost for students living with family
Graduate In-state Tuition (incl. fees)
N/A
Graduate tuition rates for in-state students
Graduate Out-of-state Tuition (incl. fees)
N/A
Graduate tuition rates for non-resident students

Financial Aid & Student Support

Summary of scholarships, grants, student loans, and financial aid statistics for undergraduate students

34%
FTFT Aid Recipients
Avg. Grant
$3,281
Avg. Loan
$6,221
Avg. Federal Loan
$5,008
Additional
Students with Any Grant
220
Students who received any type of grant aid
Students with Any Loan
217
Students who received any type of loan-based aid
Students with Federal Grant
117
Students who received a federal grant
Avg. Institutional Grant
$841
Average amount of institutional grant awarded

Student Success Metrics

Graduation rates and post-graduation earnings to help assess student outcomes and long-term value of education.

N/A
Graduation Rate
Percentage of students who successfully graduate from the institution
N/A
First-Year Retention Rate
Percentage of first-year students who continue for a second year
Median Earnings Over Time
$31,789 – $78,287
Salary Range (25th–75th Percentile, 10 Years)
$31,789 (25th %) $78,287 (75th %)
*Median Salary After 10 Years: $50,743
Median Salary After 6 Years
$47,849
Average annual earnings of former students six years after starting college.
Median Salary After 10 Years
$50,743
Average annual earnings of former students ten years after starting college.

Loan Burden & Repayment Outcomes

Breakdown of loan repayment rates and student debt levels by income and dependency status.

3-Year Loan Repayment Rate
71.4%
Share of borrowers who repaid loans within 3 years
Repayment Rate (Graduates Only)
82.0%
Repayment rate among students who completed their program
Median Student Loan Debt
$12,000
Median federal loan debt of undergraduate completers at time of graduation.
Repayment by Income
Low 54.3%
Middle 83.3%
High 84.3%
Repayment by Dependency
Dependent 80.1%
Independent 51.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to the most common questions about Mitchell Technical College (Mitchell Tech)

How much does it cost to attend Mitchell Technical College (Mitchell Tech)?

The annual tuition at Mitchell Technical College (Mitchell Tech) is $7,524 for in-state students. When including room and board, books, and other expenses, the total estimated cost is approximately $8,224 for in-state students. Additional costs include room and board $6,800 (off-campus) and books and supplies $700.

Data based on IPEDS program completions for 2022-2023 academic year. Tuition and cost estimates are approximate and may not include all fees, personal expenses, or transportation costs.

What academic programs and degree levels does Mitchell Technical College offer?

Mitchell Technical College (Mitchell Tech) offers 38 academic programs across 10 major fields of study, with available degree levels: Certificate (1-2 yrs), Associate's, Other Award.

Most popular program areas include:

  • Building Trades, Construction Management and Skilled Crafts (5 programs)
  • Healthcare Professions, Medical Sciences and Clinical Practice (8 programs)
  • Agricultural Sciences, Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Medicine (6 programs)
  • Business Administration, Marketing and Entrepreneurship (5 programs)
  • Automotive Technology, Equipment Repair and Maintenance (6 programs)

Data based on IPEDS program completions for 2023-2024 academic year. Numbers reflect programs where students graduated, not all offered programs.

What financial aid and scholarships are available at Mitchell Technical College?

Mitchell Technical College (Mitchell Tech) provides financial aid to 34% of first-time, full-time students, with average grants of $3,281 and average loans of $6,221.

Average financial aid amounts by type:

  • Pell grants: $5,031
  • State/Local grants: $1,144
  • Institutional grants: $841
  • Federal loans: $5,008

The university supports 220 students with grants and 217 students with loans annually.

Data based on IPEDS for 2022-2023 academic year. Financial aid amounts and percentages may vary by program, enrollment status, and individual circumstances.

What is the average salary for Mitchell Technical College graduates?

Mitchell Technical College (Mitchell Tech) graduates earn a median salary of $47,849 after 6 years and $50,743 after 10 years.

The salary range 10 years after graduation spans from $31,789 (25th percentile) to $78,287 (75th percentile).

Data based on IPEDS for 2022-2023 academic year. Salary data reflects graduates who received federal financial aid (approximately 60% of all graduates). Actual earnings may vary significantly based on program, location, and individual circumstances.

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