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Lake Area Technical College
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Lake Area Technical College
School profile / Watertown, SD
Lake Area Technical College
Public · 2-year·2,312 students enrolled
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Graduation rate
73%
Reported student outcome
Overview
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Lake Area Technical College is a small-town public two-year institution located in Watertown, SD. It enrolls a small student body of approximately 2,312 students. As a public institution, it is supported by state funding and typically offers lower tuition rates for in-state residents.
At a glance
Data from IPEDS, U.S. Dept. of Education.
Academics
Student:faculty
16:1
Avg class size (est.)
~40 students
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Costs
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Financial aid
Receiving financial aid
58%
Avg grant aid
$6,767
Data from College Scorecard, U.S. Dept. of Education.
Student body
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Location
Distance from home
Cost of living
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