Western Dakota Technical College
Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology
Quick Stats
Earnings, Debt & Completion
What happens to students who enroll at Western Dakota Technical College, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
Typical debt at graduation equals about 37% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 69th percentile among associate-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (SD wage index 0.86). This drives the Outcome Rating.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.
Earnings by Major at Western Dakota Technical College
Median pay of associate's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.
| Major | 1 yr after | 4 yrs after | vs. national | Rank (pay) | Rank (wage-adj.) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | $41,303 | $67,204 | -5% | #26 of 52 | #25 | $12,000 |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications | $40,418 | $59,696 | +9% | #24 of 87 | #17 | $14,750 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | — | $55,671 | +9% | #18 of 50 | #11 | — |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | $38,031 | $54,948 | -6% | #116 of 176 | #91 | $12,483 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | $54,737 | $52,795 | -19% | #512 of 560 | #506 | $15,176 |
| Precision Metal Working | $37,717 | $51,988 | -8% | #49 of 66 | #43 | $12,000 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | $27,459 | $46,659 | +-0% | #224 of 426 | #156 | $15,750 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | $46,378 | $40,340 | -30% | #56 of 57 | #56 | $20,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $24,503 | $35,644 | -27% | #497 of 547 | #483 | $20,000 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.
The Western Dakota Technical College Town Property Report
- Avg home value near campus: $364,395
- Avg rent near campus: $1,538/mo — vs ~$633/mo campus room rate
- Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 57701 (3.8% cap, Rapid City)
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Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $3,472 | $3,472 |
| Room | $5,700 | |
| Total Cost (On-Campus) | $21,008 | $21,008 |
Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 - $30,000 | $11,321 |
| $30,001 - $48,000 | $14,375 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $16,398 |
| $75,001 - $110,000 | $20,725 |
| $110,001+ | $19,914 |
Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from Western Dakota Technical College's top programs commonly pursue.
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- Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
- Affordability (C+): Net cost and financial aid access
- Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
- Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
- Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology