Mitchell Technical Institute (MTI) opened in 1968 in a system of post-high school vocational technical education in South Dakota that included four area institutes and the South Dakota Office of Adult, Vocational and Technical Education. More than 13,000 individuals have graduated from MTI since it opened. The central mission of the Institute has been to provide job preparatory programs on a full- or part-time basis to all who can benefit.

The main campus is located at 821 North Capital Street in Mitchell, South Dakota. MTI facilities include the West Campus at 601 South Ohlman Street and the Technology Center at 1800 East Spruce.

The Institute is governed by the Board of Education of the Mitchell School District 17-2 and operates under rules and regulations set forth by the South Dakota Board of Education. The Institute enjoys a close relationship with Mitchell and the James River Valley community. MTI has established advisory committees of community and regional representatives who provide program input and support.

MTI takes pride in the quality of its technical programs, in the high rate of graduate placement, and in the rapid adaptability to business and industry needs by developing new programs and adding new dimensions to existing programs.

MTI takes pride in offering general education courses applicable in the technical world. Community and advisory committee input enables MTI to adapt to changing technologies, employer expectations, student interests, and employment opportunities.

MTI also strives to meet the needs of the community through adult, business, and industrial training programs. Services available to the general public include preparatory classes in communications and math, community education courses, and business and industry training programs. Programs range from day-long business training to 24 month-long programs.