Lake Area Technical College
Lake Area Technical College is a public 2-year institution in Watertown, SD. It enrolls about 2,179 students.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Public 2-year |
| Control | public |
| Level | 2-year |
| Location | Watertown, SD 57201 |
| County | Codington County |
| Enrollment | 2,179 |
| Acceptance rate | — |
| Applicants / admitted | — |
| In-state tuition & fees | $6,718 |
| Out-of-state tuition & fees | $6,718 |
| Graduation rate (150%) | — |
| Transfer-out rate | — |
| Full-time retention rate | 83% |
| Average net price (after aid) | $12,554 |
| Campus setting | Town: Remote |
| Size category | 1,000 - 4,999 |
| Highest degree offered | At least 2, but less than 4 academic yrs |
| Website | www.lakeareatech.edu/ |
| Phone | 6058825284 |
Admissions
This institution does not report first-year admission figures to IPEDS, often because admission is open.
Cost
Tuition and required fees are about $6,718 for full-time first-year students, the same for in-state and out-of-state students, which is typical of private institutions. Room and board are extra.
Cost after financial aid
The average net price — what students actually pay after grants and scholarships — is $12,554 per year for first-time, full-time students receiving Title IV aid.
| Family income | Average net price |
|---|---|
| Under $30,000 | $10,281 |
| $30,001–48,000 | $11,773 |
| $48,001–75,000 | $14,034 |
| $75,001–110,000 | $16,925 |
| Over $110,000 | $17,310 |
Net price falls as family income falls because need-based aid rises. These are 2022-23 figures reported to IPEDS; use them to compare institutions, and use each college's own net price calculator for a personal estimate.
Outcomes
A 150% graduation rate is not reported for this institution in the 2023 collection — common for very small, new or specialised institutions.
Where it is
Lake Area Technical College is in Watertown, SD, Codington County. Its coordinates are 44.9017, -97.0952.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Lake Area Technical College?
Lake Area Technical College does not report a selective admission rate to IPEDS; it may have open admission.
How much does Lake Area Technical College cost?
Tuition and required fees are about $6,718 for in-state students, excluding room and board.
How many students attend Lake Area Technical College?
About 2,179 students are enrolled.