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ACCEPTANCE RATE

nan%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

91%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

12:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

16

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$5,537

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Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid

Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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Western Dakota Technical Institute

Also known as Western Dakota Tech

414 E Clark St, Vermillion, SD

Western Dakota Technical Institute in Rapid City, South Dakota features over 20 associate’s degrees, many of which lead students to finding a full-time job soon after graduation. Some of the disciplines include:

  • Library technology
  • Accounting
  • Business management/marketing
  • Medical assisting
  • Welding
  • Pharmacy technology
  • Environmental engineering
  • Surgical technology

The college offers students the opportunity to join professional organizations and interact with other students as well as internships that direct students to jobs in their career field. Early sign-up is recommended for featured programs as classes can fill up quickly. In order to apply to the school, you’ll need to provide either your high school transcripts or a GED along with the results of the COMPASS entrance test. Students must also undergo a physical exam and obtain certain required vaccinations.

Financial aid at the Midwest college is available in the form of loans, work-study programs, and scholarships. In order to apply for financial aid, an FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) form must be completed.

No on-campus housing is available at the community career college. Students who attend the programs offered at the school pay just over $5,300 yearly, whether they live in-state or are out-of-state residents. Enrollment at the school, which was established in 1968, now stands at around 960 students. The college has a retention rate of a little over 60%.

Admission Requirements & Details

The information regarding admissions below may give an overview of the students Western Dakota Technical Institute accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • Life Experience Credits
  • AP Course Credits
$15,400

Estimated Costs & Financial Aid

The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $15,400. In order to calculate a more accurate and detailed cost of attendance check out their cost calculator here. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.

Tuition & Fees Information

  • Annual tuition is estimated to range between $3,600-$4,400 for both in-state and out-of-state students
  • Per unit charges are around $130 for part time students

Financial Aid Details

The table listed below helps break down the types of financial aid students receive and the percent receiving aid, as well as the average amount of aid per student per year.

 Percent of StudentsAverage Amount
Any Financial Aid91%-
Receiving Grants & Scholarships76%$4,599
Receiving Student Loans66%$5,389
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and alumni, Western Dakota Technical Institute may offer services to students including:

  • Online course work available
  • Remedial instructional courses
  • Academic counseling for students
  • Student employment
  • Assisting students to find work
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Programs Offered

The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.

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