MTI Admissions

Any person 16 years of age or older capable of benefiting from instruction is eligible to apply for admission, regardless of previous education. Applicants will be accepted into educational programs in which they demonstrate a reasonable prospect for success. The Institute reserves the right to advise applicants based upon previous academic achievements and life experiences.

To be accepted to MTI and placed in a program, students must meet the admissions requirements of the Institute and the requirements established for each program. Institute requirements are as follows:

• Applicant must provide proof that he/she is a legal US resident (driver’s license, Social Security card, student visa, resident alien card, etc.).
   
• Applicants must have a high school diploma or a high school equivalency certificate (GED) for full-time admission. (High school students requesting dual credit status must receive approval.)
   
• Applicants must complete the application process as listed.
   
• Applicants must meet the requirements of each program. (Program requirements are found in each program section of this catalog.)
   
• Applicants must meet minimum entrance examination scores. (Study skills courses are offered to students desiring to improve their math, reading and communication skills.)

Upon acceptance, students will be advised of courses and program options. Students may be eligible for degree or diploma options.

If the program is fully enrolled, students will be placed on a waiting list according to their application date. Students without a high school equivalency certificate may petition the Student Services Coordinator for an exception.

Students unable to meet program requirements may receive provisional acceptance. Students may upgrade provisional acceptance to official acceptance through a committee review consisting of the Assistant Director for Instruction, Department Head, Student Services Coordinator, and others as necessary, or by successfully completing one semester of course work counting as requirements toward a program with a grade point average of at least 2.00. Contact the Assistant Director for Instruction for details.

Admission to MTI is open to anyone without regard to race, sex, age, creed, or disability, in accordance with federal law.

How to Apply for Admission
Interested persons are invited to call, write or visit Mitchell Technical Institute. Offices are open Monday through Friday. Campus tours and presentations may be arranged. The staff can provide the necessary forms for admission to the Institute and the program of your choice.

Admissions Process
In order to be considered for admission to Mitchell Technical Institute, an applicant must complete the following requirements:

1. Submit an Application for Admission, including a non-refundable application fee. (The
   application form is available at most high school guidance offices and at the MTI campus and online on the MTI web site.)
    
2. Send an official copy of your academic records (high school transcript, high school equivalency
   certificate, and/or college transcript). Your high school, the registrar of the last college you attended, or the testing center where you took the General Education Development test can provide copies of your academic records. If you cannot get an official transcript, contact the MTI Admissions Office.
    
3. In order to be accepted into a full-time program of study, you must complete the required entrance examination (Test of Adult Basic Education) or the ACT test. The admissions test may be waived for students enrolled in fewer than 12 semester credit hours.
    
4. Provide MTI with a photocopy of a birth certificate or driver’s license.
    
5. Upon acceptance to a program:
   A. An adviser will be assigned.
   B. A start date will be identified.
   C. Evaluation for preparatory course work will be made.
   D. Students will register for courses.

Admissions Guidelines
Admission to MTI is granted based on the preceding five criteria. In cases where special consideration is needed, the ultimate decision regarding the admission of a student rests with the admissions committee consisting of Admissions personnel, the Student Services Coordinator, the Instructional Services Coordinator, the Assistant Director for Instruction or designee, and the department head . The committee may consider high school GPA and class rank, a personal interview, college GPA (if applicable), GED test scores (if applicable), ACT scores and/or COMPASS scores in determining a candidate’s admission status. The goal of the Admissions Committee is to accept students who can master the training and education at MTI. Admission criteria is available in the Admissions Office.

Some programs may have added requirements. Students who elect to take an ACT test may substitute that examination for the COMPASS at MTI. ACT scores will be reviewed by the Admissions Committee and the Committee will determine if a student needs to complete the COMPASS or if the ACT score will be accepted in lieu of that test.

For students taking the ACT, the college code number for Mitchell Technical Institute is 4958.

Non-High School Graduates, Including Home-Schooled Students
An applicant for admission who is not a high school graduate must obtain minimum ACT scores, and meet any institute-determined requirements for admission to a specific program. Students must be at least 16 years of age, or the high school class of which the student was a member must have graduated from high school.

OR

Complete the General Educational Development (GED) High School Equivalency Certificate.

When to Apply
MTI academic semesters start in August and January, and May. Most technical programs, however, begin with the fall semester. Application may be made at any time, but students are encouraged to apply by February for the following academic year. It is possible to take general education and to fulfill program requirements during any academic term. Check with the Admissions Office.

Non-Discrimination Statement
MTI does not discriminate in its employment of policies and practices, or in its educational programs on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, disability, national origin, or ancestry.
Inquiries concerning the application of Title VI, Title IX or Section 504 may be referred to:

US Department of Education
Office for Civil Rights
10220 N. Executive Hills Blvd. 8th Floor
Kansas City, MO 64153-1367
Phone: (816) 880-4202
Fax: (816) 891-0644

or to:

Assistant Director for Instruction, MTI
821 North Capital Street
Mitchell, SD, 57301
Telephone (605) 995-3023

Advanced Standing/Articulation
Advanced standing refers to credits transferred to MTI by an entering student for proficiencies gained from previous education and/or work experience (including military experience/training and/or high school education). Advanced standing allows students to enter a program of study without starting at the beginning because prerequisites have been met.

High School Articulation
In some cases, a student may be able to transfer in credit from selected South Dakota high schools. Articulation is a cooperative effort between South Dakota’s high schools and technical institutes. It links high schools with certificate, diploma and associate degree programs. It provides students with an opportunity to receive post-secondary credit at the technical institutes for skills mastered in high school. See the Registrar or Tech Prep Coordinator for details.

Dual Enrollment
In some cases, a student may be able to receive dual enrollment credit for a maximum of two classes per semester. Prior approval is required. See the Registrar for details.

International Students
In addition to completing the application procedures, all international students must provide the Admissions Office with the following:

1. A TOEFL score of 500 or above, or demonstrated competency.
    
2. A statement of financial support is available through the Admissions Office and must be completed.

The Admissions Office will advise international students who do not qualify under these requirements how they might remedy deficiencies.

Accessibility
All facilities at MTI accommodate physically disabled students. Additional accommodations may be arranged through the Student Services Coordinator.

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