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I haven't posted in a really long time so this may confuse anyone that remembers me.
I am thinking of going to South Dakota School of Mines to get a BS in Geology. What is everyone's impression of the school? Does anyone have an experience with their geology program (relatives who have gone there)? If anyone thinks its a bad program any suggestions on a better program? I'm not interested in the engineering I want to do just geology.
When I looked at their financial aide information they say that it only costs 5k a year to live in South Dakota vs 10k in Most other states. Is this true or is that something they did to make the cost of going their look lower? If the cost of living is that low does that mean its hard to get a decent paying job? I want to get a part time job while I'm in school and my wife is going to get a full time job.
How hard is it to find places to rent with a dog? I have a small 50 lbs Lab. Are there any parts of Rapid City I should stay away from?
I think that is all of the questions I have right now. Sorry for the long post.
Thanks for your time
I don't really know much about the geology program at SDSMT but the college is always ranked as a "Best Buy" and it is a very prestigious school. As a matter of fact, it's hard to get into.
I have heard that the geology program there is good because the school's setting is in one of the most geologically diverse areas in the world and you get a lot of hands on experiences while studying. As you may know, School of Mines discovered the fossils of "Sue" the T-Rex. Also, the Black Hills are a gological wonder that the school is right at the foot of. You'll see many examples of geology here.
Cost of living in Rapid City is very low compared to most places but yes, wages are significantly lower too. Finding a part time job shouldn't be too hard but keep in mind that we feel the recession too so you may not get your first choice. Have you considered work-study?
Also, no part of Rapid City is considered "bad" but the Northside is probably the part you want to avoid. Anything north of Omaha Street is the Northside.
The Mines is a excellent school and have an excellent engineering (civil) geology program is also excellent. My brother graduated there in 1993 as a non traditional, his daughter is entering her 3rd year there. She plans to stay on and complete her Master's degree too there.
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