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Mitchell Technical College
Mitchell, South Dakota · Public technical college · Training programs available:
Address: 1800 E. Spruce Street, Mitchell, SD 57301 · Phone: (605) 995-3025 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Mitchell Technical College is a public trade school in Mitchell, South Dakota, offering lineman, electrician, and construction trades programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Mitchell Technical College has a 76.3% completion rate, near the South Dakota state average of 73.8%, with median graduate debt of $12,000 and median earnings of $50,743 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; federal financial aid can be used here (Title IV), and about 32.3% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical power-line installers and repairers | $63,840 | $97,310 | $103,280 |
| Electricians | $44,320 | $61,390 | $72,450 |
| Construction laborers | $35,180 | $45,710 | $48,120 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $40,770 | $52,750 | $61,300 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $48,730 | $65,240 | $79,770 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $38,670 | $51,160 | $61,610 |
| Medical assistants | $35,980 | $41,870 | $45,870 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $48,420 | $61,390 | $65,940 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $37,450 | $48,470 | $51,870 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $38,100 | $49,440 | $59,360 |
| Machinists | $39,280 | $50,890 | $58,750 |
| Medical records specialists | $36,920 | $51,610 | $63,130 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in South Dakota (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 1–2 years | 81 | $48,338 | $49,667 | $5,500 |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Associate degree | 45 | $42,848 | $46,087 | $12,000 |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Associate degree | 26 | $34,787 | $39,009 | $10,866 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 22 | not reported | not reported | $10,454 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 13 | $51,161 | $51,169 | $12,000 |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Associate degree | 9 | $42,848 | $46,087 | $12,000 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 9 | not reported | $32,772 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 8 | $25,339 | $25,372 | $12,000 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 8 | $25,339 | $25,372 | $12,000 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Associate degree | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Construction Trades, Other | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 6 | $51,161 | $51,169 | $12,000 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 5 | not reported | $32,772 | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 4 | not reported | $25,194 | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Associate degree | 3 | $42,848 | $46,087 | $12,000 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 1 | not reported | $32,772 | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Mitchell Technical College is a public trade and career school located in Mitchell, South Dakota, in a remote-town setting. It participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants to help pay for their education. The college is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, with its radiologic technology program additionally accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology. Across 22 program families, the campus awards the most credentials in lineman schools (84 completers), electrician schools (54 completers), and construction trades programs (33 completers), alongside offerings in fields such as LPN, radiology technology, HVAC, welding, and medical assistant programs.
Federal data show a completion rate of 76.3%, which is near the South Dakota state average of 73.8%. Graduates carry a median debt of $12,000, and median earnings ten years after entry are $50,743. About 32.3% of students receive Pell Grants. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
With 990 undergraduates and 267 trade completers, this campus appears to serve a mix of shorter career-focused programs and longer technical tracks; specific program lengths are not detailed here, so prospective students, including adult career-changers, should confirm schedules directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and review current outcome data, contact Mitchell Technical College directly or consult the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Mitchell Technical College offers 22 program families, with the most completers in lineman schools, electrician schools, and construction trades programs. It also offers LPN, radiology technology, HVAC, welding, culinary, CNC machining, and medical billing/coding programs, among others.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Its radiologic technology program is additionally accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, Mitchell Technical College participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 76.3%, which is near the South Dakota state average of 73.8%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is $12,000, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are $50,743, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school for current tuition information.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Mitchell Technical College is a public institution, which typically means lower tuition rates and public accountability compared to for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the data provided; contact the school at (605) 995-3025 or visit https://mitchelltech.edu/ for program duration details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Higher Learning Commission and review outcome data via the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?219189.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program lengths or schedule flexibility, so fit for adult career-changers cannot be confirmed from federal data alone; contact the school directly to discuss options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported in the data provided; contact the school directly for details specific to each program, such as electrician or radiologic technology licensure.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Mitchell Technical College at (605) 995-3025 or through its website at https://mitchelltech.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; consult the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?219189 for comparisons.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.