Established in 1965, LATC is an accredited, two-year college located in Watertown, SD. Lake Area Tech offers a unique combination of hands-on learning and academics for certificates, diplomas and Associate of Applied degrees in over thirty programs of study. With an annual enrollment of more than 2,600 students, LATC ranks as one of the best two-year colleges in the nation. Students that attend may take advantage of the many student services, activities and organizations available. Lake Area Tech has a 17:1 student/faculty ratio and consistent 99% placement of gradutes. The modern campus is equipped with state-of-the-art training equipment, labs, and classrooms.
ANNUAL EXPENSES
ADMISSIONS
Tuition and Fees: $3,630
Department Fees: $2,952
Books: $1,460
TOTAL: $8,042 (depends on the program)
The following is needed for admission:
-Completed application and $25 fee.
-Official high school transcript or GED scores
-ACT score or campus entrance test scores
-Official college transcripts, if applicable
-Some programs will require additional information.
ENROLLMENT
Undergraduate Students: 2,619
IMPORTANT LINKS AND INFORMATION
Admissions: 605-882-5284
Fax: 605-882-6299 admissions@lakeareatech.edu
Financial Aid: 605-882-5284 financialaid@lakeareatech.edu
Registrar: 605-882-5284 ext. 249/256
Disability Services/Testing: 605-882-5284 ext. 399
Dual credit: 605-882-5284 ext. 220
PROGRAMS OFFERED
Agriculture
Commodity Merchandising Option
Dairy Option
General Science Dual Degree
Livestock Prod/Management Option
Auto Body and Paint Technology
Light Duty Diesel Option
Light Duty Diesel Certificate
Electric Vehicles Option
Aviation Maintenance Technology
Entrepreneurship Third Year Option
Certification Online Only
Graphic Design and Digital Communications
Software Development and Database Administration
Ag/Industrial Tractor Option or Truck Option
Light Duty Diesel Option
Diesel Case New Holland (CNH) Top Tech Option
Diesel TechKnowledge John Deere Option
Diesel ThinkBig Caterpillar (DCAT) Option
Biomedical Technician Option
Environmental Technology
Agri-Financial Services Option
Consumer Financial Services Option
Human Services Technician
Activity Technician/Mental Health Option
Child Development Option
Developmental Disabilities Option
Youth Offender Option
Emergency Medical Specialist
EMT Basic Online Certification
Paramedic Option
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Certified Flight Instructor Option
Unmanned Aerial Systems Pilot Option
Biomedical Technician Option
Marketing & Management Option
Precision Machining Option