Southeast Technical Institute is one of South Dakota's most affordable post-secondary institutions and turns out the third largest higher education graduating class in the state. It is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of North Central Accreditation.

Southeast Technical Institute provides career development and personal counseling. The Institute makes every effort to help students with every dimension of their academic career. With nearly 40 career paths to choose from, our students enter the workforce confident and experienced in their chosen profession.

Southeast Technical Institute offers online courses and online program in Business Administration. The courses are available anytime and anywhere. It offers courses in several different areas including: Management, Workplace Safety, Basic Office and Computer Skills and Networking Fundamentals.

The mission of Southeast Technical Institute is to develop, initiate and provide high quality technical education opportunities and services for individuals. Within this mission, Southeast educates people for employment. Moreover it delivers and facilitates continuing education, and provides in-service and customized courses to meet training needs of businesses and industry. Through its programs and services, Southeast also facilitates economic development. STI offers Associate in Applied Science degrees (AAS) as well as diplomas and certificates.