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MTI Fact Sheet

General Information

Mission

It is the mission of MTI to provide skills for success in technical careers.

Vision

Our vision is to be a leader in learning and a valued partner in transforming the lives and communities of South Dakota.

Accreditation

Mitchell Technical Institute is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. We are accredited through 2011.

Programs

MTI offers 15 AAS degree programs and 4 one-year technical diploma programs. More than 12,000 individuals have graduated since 1968.

History

Chartered in 1966, opened in 1968, first graduating class in 1969.

MTI Today

Number of programs:	20
Number of students:	800
Number of Industry Training Clients:	725
Number of staff:	95

Programs Offered

Business and Service Industries

Accounting/Business Management
Agricultural Technology
Ag Chemical Technology**
Culinary Academy**

Business Programs

Accounting/Computers

Engineering Technologies

Communications Systems Engineering Technologies
Computer Software Specialist
Computer Systems Technology
Satellite Communications*
SCADA Engineering Technology*

Construction Technologies

Architectural Design & Building Construction
Electrical Construction & Maintenance
Heating & Cooling Technology
Power Line Construction & Maintenance**
Propane & Natural Gas Technologies*
Utilities Technology**

Health Sciences

Medical Assistant
Medical Laboratory Technology
Medical Secretary/Transcriptionist
Radiation Therapy**
Radiologic Technology

*Nationally unique
**Unique to South Dakota

Financial Information

Tuition & Fees

Tuition and Fees average $4600 per student per year. This does not include housing, food, or other living costs. There is no difference between in-state and out-of-state tuition.

Financial Aid

All forms of federal financial aid and scholarships are accepted. A full-time financial aid coordinator is on staff to assist students with applications for aid.

2005-06* Financial Aid Awards Total	$5,629,000
Percentage of Students who Receive Financial Aid	88%

Economic Impact on Mitchell Community

Payroll	$3,572,000
MTI expenditures with Mitchell merchants	$1,700,000
Student expenditures	$4,362,000
TOTAL	$9,634,000

Student Services Offered

Admissions
Counseling
Financial Aid
Placement
Student Activities
Bookstore
Food Service
Child care
Library
Internet/e-mail
Tutoring
Lockers
Parking
Accident insurance
Housing referrals
Roommate referrals

Placement

2006 Graduates: 97%

Business/Industry Training

Education and training (typically not for credit) are offered in the following areas:

Customized education and training for a specific company or organization
Customized education and training for a particular type of business, industry or government
Courses for skills updating or enrichment offered to the general public
Personal development
Supervisory/Leadership
Electronics/Electrical Maintenance
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Computer operation & software
Customer service

Goals & Objectives

Our Guiding Principles

These Guiding Principles were used as the framework for designing the MTI Strategic Plan.

Excellence
Quality
Commitment
Higher Learning
Professionalism

MTI's Strategic Goals

MTI will develop a student enrollment plan to ensure institutional viability and sustainability.
MTI will be a model for exemplary teaching and learning which fosters success.
MTI will provide high quality services for the enhancement of student success and satisfaction.
MTI will be a leader in technology.
MTI will be the "first choice" provider for training and continuing education.
MTI will provide a safe, secure and healthy environment that enhances student, faculty and staff performance.
MTI will strengthen linkages with decision makers, policy setters, and opinion leaders to promote the mission of MTI.
MTI will facilitate an ongoing process of institutional effectiveness.
MTI will position itself as a premiere institution for technical education in South Dakota and the region.

(Strategic Goals come from the MTI Strategic Plan 2002-2007.)