At a glance
Average net price
$12,670
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
54.2%
Admission rate
Not available
Undergrad size
753
In-state tuition
$8,294
Out-of-state tuition
$8,294
Cost of attendance
$18,845
Median earnings (10y)
$40,240
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- Not available
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
11 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by health (46%), trades & services (29%), stem (13%).
- STEM13%
- Health46%
- Business11%
- Humanities & arts1%
- Trades & services29%
- Health professions46.5%~350 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Business11.3%~85 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- ~74 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~60 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Computer science7.6%~58 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~55 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Engineering tech4.9%~37 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~21 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~9 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Library science0.3%~2 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~2 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
28 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Undergraduate certificate | 108 | $40,832 | $20,500 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 54 | $38,609 | $15,125 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate's | 51 | — | — |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions. | Undergraduate certificate | 39 | — | $11,000 |
| Precision Metal Working. | Undergraduate certificate | 37 | — | $9,125 |
| Precision Metal Working. | Associate's | 37 | $38,018 | $12,000 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate's | 35 | $37,382 | $17,999 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 33 | — | $11,375 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 33 | — | — |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. | Associate's | 31 | — | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate's | 31 | $43,713 | $18,081 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Associate's | 30 | — | — |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications. | Undergraduate certificate | 22 | — | — |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions. | Associate's | 22 | $40,177 | $24,994 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate's | 22 | $27,875 | $22,017 |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection. | Undergraduate certificate | 21 | — | — |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR). | Associate's | 20 | — | — |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications. | Associate's | 19 | $34,470 | $20,049 |
| Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 18 | — | — |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Undergraduate certificate | 18 | — | $8,250 |
| Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 17 | $37,098 | — |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers. | Associate's | 17 | $37,211 | $12,548 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Associate's | 17 | — | — |
| Plumbing and Related Water Supply Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 13 | — | — |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 12 | — | — |
| Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations. | Undergraduate certificate | 11 | — | — |
| Business Operations Support and Assistant Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 8 | — | — |
| Agricultural Production Operations. | Associate's | 5 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Western Dakota Technical College
Western Dakota Technical College is a small institution located in Rapid City, South Dakota, primarily awarding the associate degree. It enrolls roughly 753 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Health professions, Business, Precision production.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Western Dakota Technical College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $12,670 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $8,294 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $18,845 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 54.2%, a above-average completion outcome. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $40,240 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Western Dakota Technical College confers degrees and certificates across 11 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Health professions, Business, Precision production. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by health (46% of credentials), trades & services (29% of credentials), stem (13% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Admission rate data is not reported for this institution, which is typical for open-admission community and trade schools.
Location & campus
Set in Rapid City, South Dakota (city), Western Dakota Technical College draws students from across South Dakota and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Western Dakota Technical College
Q.How much does Western Dakota Technical College cost?
The average net price at Western Dakota Technical College is $12,670 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $18,845.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Western Dakota Technical College?
Western Dakota Technical College has a 6-year graduation rate of 54.2% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How much do Western Dakota Technical College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Western Dakota Technical College graduate earns $40,240 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Western Dakota Technical College?
Published tuition is $8,294 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Western Dakota Technical College located?
Western Dakota Technical College is located in Rapid City, South Dakota (ZIP 57703).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Western Dakota Technical College at their official website.