Southeast Technical College
- The mission of Southeast Technical Institute is to educate individuals for employment opportunities, professional growth and lifelong learning.
School Highlights
Southeast Technical College serves 2,330 students (52% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is higher than the state community college average of 9:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the state average of 19%.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Enrollment: 2,330 students
- In-state tuition: $4,728
- Out-state tuition: $4,728
- Student:teacher ratio: 10:1
- Minority enrollment: 16%
- 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 231 teachers has grown by 54% over five years.
Southeast Technical College
(SD) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Four or more years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
231 staff
208 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Southeast Technical College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Southeast Technical College diversity score of 0.29 is less than the state average of 0.34. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,330 students
1,440 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
9:1
# Full-Time Students
1,205 students
845 students
# Part-Time Students
1,125 students
708 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
193 students
200 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,205 students
1,193 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
123 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,125 students
708 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
209 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
202 students
202 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
3%
% Asian
3%
2%
% Hispanic
4%
4%
% Black
2%
5%
% White
84%
81%
% Two or more races
1%
2%
% Unknown races
4%
3%
Diversity Score
0.29
0.34
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
2.97%
2.28%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.14%
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 22% 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 22% 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
91%
93%
Median Debt for Graduates
$12,000
$12,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
100%
Source: 2021 (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 Northwest Iowa Community College (53.3 miles away)
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