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    • Home
    • 700 Hour Program
    • Classes
    • Admissions
    • Tuition & Fees
    • Faculty
    • Book A Massage
    • School Calendar
    • Continuing Education
    • Refund Policy
    • Rent Our Space
    • Student Handbook
    • Licensure
    • Contact us
    • Practicing Graduates
South Dakota School of Massage Therapy
  • Home
  • 700 Hour Program
  • Classes
  • Admissions
  • Tuition & Fees
  • Faculty
  • Book A Massage
  • School Calendar
  • Continuing Education
  • Refund Policy
  • Rent Our Space
  • Student Handbook
  • Licensure
  • Contact us
  • Practicing Graduates

Tuition and Fees

Tuition

$8200

Sales Tax

$533

Application Fee

$100

non-refundable


Liability Insurance

$0-$99

non-refundable

Student insurance will not exceed $99.00

Books

$500

non-refundable

cpr/first aid

$25

A copy of a valid certification in CPR and First Aid may be applied towards program hour requirements. 

Laptops are required

Laptops or electronic devices for testing are required. In extenuating circumstances, speak with the Office Manager to inquire if accommodations are available. 

Application fee, liability insurance and textbooks are non-refundable


Optional Expenses

Oils, Lotions & Linens

Massage Table

Massage Chair

School apparel

Optional Expenses are sole discretion of student


After School Expences

Testing

MBLEX

$265

 Students are eligible to sit for the MBLEX exam after completion of a minimum of 500 hours for the State of South Dakota. SDSMT assists students through this registration and testing process.  

Transcripts & Certificates

$25

 Student files are kept in a secure manner. Access to student transcripts can only be given to institutions, individuals, or employers with prior written authorization from the student. Each student will be given one free copy of his/her transcript upon graduation. Additional transcripts may be obtained for a $25.00 fee. In accordance with the law, the graduate must request a transcript in writing.


State Licensure

SD Board of Massage Therapy

$165

After a passing Mblex score, you may apply to the state board to obtain your state license. 

IA BOARD OF MASSAGE THERAPY

$120

After a passing Mblex score, you may apply to the state board to obtain your state license.

PLEASE NOTE

Each state has their own requirements and laws can update. Please check out our "Licensure" page for a directory to state licensure requirements.

State Licensing fees are NOT included in tuition


Liability Insurance

To obtain a state license, you will need to secure liability insurance. (We go over companies and cost during school. STUDENT insurance is typically $0-$25 depending on which company you choose.)

Insurance

$25-$235

Insurance coverage can range from $25 your first year out of school up to $235 per year. Your insurance fees after you graduate are required by your state and are NOT part of your tuition. 

Insurance is an annual expense


Payment Options

 1. Tuition, insurance, and books paid in full prior to start of the program.

2. Insurance and books paid in full prior to start of the program. Tuition paid in two equal payments, with each 50% payment due prior to the beginning of each semester.


Cash, Check or Credit Card  (CC will assess a 3.5% + 0.15 per transaction processing fee)


Tuition Assistance

Veterans benefits

Veterans benefits

Veterans benefits

 In 1995, SDSMT’s curriculum was approved for eligible Veterans educational benefits including National Guard and Reserves. 

Vocational REHAB

Veterans benefits

Veterans benefits

 Approved for students eligible for Vocational Rehabilitation 

Other REsources

Veterans benefits

Other REsources

Many banks, religious organizations, and various donors, i.e., high schools, local charities, local businesses, employers, etc. may provide personal financial assistance or may offer tuition reimbursement programs to students.

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