- The mission of Southeast Technical Institute is to educate individuals for employment opportunities, professional growth and lifelong learning.
School Highlights
Southeast Technical College serves 2,659 students (50% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the state community college average of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 24%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 2,659 students
- In-state tuition: $4,728
- Out-state tuition: $4,728
- Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
- Minority enrollment: 23%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Southeast Technical College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Community Size
Debt For Students
School Overview
The teacher population of 135 teachers has declined by 41% over five years.
Southeast Technical College
(SD) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
0
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
0
Institution Control
Public
0
Year Founded
1968
Total Faculty
135 staff
71 staff
Number of Programs Offered
-2
1
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Southeast Technical College has grown by 14% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 has increased from 10:1 over five years.
The Southeast Technical College diversity score of 0.40 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has grown by 37% over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,659 students
843 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
18:1
# Full-Time Students
1,322 students
151 students
# Part-Time Students
1,337 students
692 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
197 students
206 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,322 students
145 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
62 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,337 students
655 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
74 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
n/a
% American Indian/Alaskan
3%
5%
% Asian
2%
1%
% Hispanic
4%
5%
% Black
7%
6%
% White
77%
76%
% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
2%
2%
% Unknown races
4%
4%
Diversity Score
0.40
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
58%
70%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$38,900
$38,900
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $4,728 is less than the state average of $5,786. The in-state tuition has declined by 38% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $4,728 is less than the state average of $5,786. The out-state tuition has declined by 38% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,728
$5,786
Out-State Tuition Fees
$4,728
$5,786
Tuition Notes
per credit
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
76%
84%
Median Debt for Graduates
$12,000
$12,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
67%
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Southeast Tech is one of the most affordable technical colleges in the United StatesOver 40 majorsLimited enrollment in most health programs
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Southeast Technical College cost?
Southeast Technical College's tuition is approximately $4,728 for In-State students and $4,728 for Out-State students.
What schools are Southeast Technical College often compared to?
Southeast Technical Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Area Technical College, Mitchell Technical College by visitors of our site.
What is Southeast Technical College's ranking?
Southeast Technical College ranks among the top 20% of community college in South Dakota for: Least expensive tuition, Largest student body and Least debt for graduating students.
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The nearest community college to Southeast Technical College is Sanford Medical Center (3.0 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
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(605) 333-7544
Sioux Falls, SD 57117
(605) 333-7544
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Enrollment: 28 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
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(605) 322-1720
Sioux Falls, SD 57117
(605) 322-1720
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Sheldon, IA 51201
(712) 324-5061
Sheldon, IA 51201
(712) 324-5061
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(605) 668-8158
Yankton, SD 57078
(605) 668-8158
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Worthington, MN 56187
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Worthington, MN 56187
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