Mitchell Technical Institute

About

Mitchell Technical Institute, located in Mitchell, South Dakota, was opened in 1968 to provide post high school technical education services to residents of its service area. The school is overseen by the Mitchell School District, utilizing rules and regulations as established by the State Board of Education. The school has seen continual growth and expansion since its founding, having recently opened to new campus expansions for additional programs and services. The school is dedicated to providing the highest quality technical training to assist in local workforce development.

Academics

Mitchell Technical Institute offers a variety of programs that allow individuals to receive the education and training necessary to enter the workforce in a given field. Individuals who complete a program will earn a certificate, allowing for the pursuit the pursuit of long term employment as a qualified professional. Online programs are also available for individuals in need of flexible scheduling. The school works with graduates, assisting in job placement upon completion through resume assistance, employer introductions, internship opportunities as well as other methods.

Programs offered include:

• Accounting and Business Management
• Electrician
• Medical Assistant
• Culinary Arts
• Heating and Air Conditioning

Admissions and Financial Aid

Mitchell Technical Institute admits any individuals interested in enrollment through the completion of the application for admission and by providing any information related to one's education, such as transcripts and test scores. Students may be required to take a placement exam prior to enrollment.. Students should meet with an adviser prior to enrolling to discuss programs options. Financial aid is available in the form of loans and grants awarded based on need as determined by the information provided on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Estimated Costs & Financial Aid

The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $9,500. In order to calculate a more accurate and detailed cost of attendance check out their cost calculator here. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.

Tuition & Fees Information

• Annual tuition is estimated to range between $3,300-$3,900 for both in-state and out-of-state students
• Per unit charges are around $220 for part time students

Financial Aid Details

The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.

	Percent of Students	Average Amount
Any Financial Aid	88%	-
Receiving Grants & Scholarships	64%	$4,064
Receiving Student Loans	75%	$6,057

Admissions, Academics, & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and recent graduates, Mitchell Technical Institute may offer student services like:

• Distance learning
• Remedial instructional courses
• Career path counseling
• Employing students to lower education costs
• Assistance to find work

Graduation & Transfer Rates

Students who attend a community college will be able to choose from a variety of programs that will lead to an associate's degree or transfer to a four year institution. The following list shows graduation and transfer-out rates for Mitchell Technical Institute compared to community colleges in South Dakota, which can be useful for determining which community college to attend.

	Mitchell Technical Institute	Davison County	South Dakota
Graduation Rate	64.3%	-	44.0%
Transfer-out Rate	7.1%	-	9.0%

Specialized Programs & Accreditations

Campus: Mitchell Technical Institute

• Radiology Technician Program
  • Accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (since 2002)

Campus: Mitchell Technical Institute - South Campus

• Radiation Therapist Program
  • Accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (since 2002)