Overview

Students elect to pursue either a Geology or a Geological Engineering emphasis, each of which has different background and program requirements. Both thesis and non-thesis (coursework) tracks are available.

Graduate Programs Outcomes

Department-wide expectations for the Geology and Geological Engineering program at South Dakota School of Mines and Technology are designed to target the following program outcomes in the context of the GGE Strategic Plan and greater professional community:

Students will have technical expertise.

Students will be effective communicators.

Students will engage in meaningful professional service.

Students will impact the profession.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Energy and Mineral Resources

Geomechanics

Geophysics

Groundwater and Environment

Paleontology

Petrology and Mineralogy

Structure and Tectonics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00 , National

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Non-thesis MS campus students deadlines:

Fall - April 1

Spring - October 1

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Rapid City, United States

Disciplines

Geology General Engineering & Technology View 177 other Masters in Geology in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

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Required

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Completed application form. Submit Online
$35.00 application fee, payable online by credit card at the time of application
Official transcripts from all U.S. institutions attended. Transcripts must be sent directly by the issuing institution. Documents can be sent electronically or by postal mail. Transcripts sent directly by the applicant are not accepted. Scanned copies are not accepted. A GPA of 3.0 or higher is typically required; students with exceptional ability may apply with less than 3.0 GPA.
One page statement of purpose/personal statement of goals and research interests.
GRE score report: The South Dakota Mines school code is 6652. A department copy is not required. Scores of 50% or higher are recommended; strong quantitative scores are expected.
Three letters of recommendation

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

10710 USD / year

≈ 10710 USD / year
Out-of-State

10710 USD / year

≈ 10710 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

5340 USD / year

≈ 5340 USD / year

Living costs

Rapid City

United States

860 - 1300 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Overview

Graduate Programs Outcomes

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Living costs

Rapid City

Financing

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