Western Dakota Technical Institute
http://www.wdt.edu800 Mickelson Dr, Rapid City, South Dakota 57703-4018
(605) 394-4034
Western Dakota Technical Institute is a public institution of higher learning where students acquire the knowledge, skills, and behaviors necessary for successful employment.
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| Institution Type | 2-year, Public |
| Special Learning Opportunities | Distance learning opportunities |
| Student Services | Remedial services Academic/career counseling service Employment services for students Placement services for completers On-campus day care for students' children |
| Credit Accepted | Dual credit Credit for life experiences |
| Religious Affiliation | Not applicable |
| Federal Aid | Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans). |
| Degrees/Certificates Offered | One but less than two years certificate Associate's degree Two but less than 4 years certificate |
| Campus Setting | Rural: Fringe |
| Disability Services Student | 8% |
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At Western Dakota Technical Institute, 84.0% percent of first-time undergrads receive financial aid, 58.0% receive grants and/or scholarships (an average of $4,870), and 68% receive loans ($6,270 on average). On-campus room and board costs about $6,331. Taking into account total living expenses and financial aid, the average net cost of attending Western Dakota Technical Institute is $8,978 per year. |
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In Fall 2009, 2,042 people applied to Western Dakota Technical Institute. Of the applicants, 60.0% were admitted (62.0% male & 59.0% female ) and 53.0% accepted (64.0% male and 45.0% female) |
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| Percent of In-State Undergrads | 84.0% |
| Full Time Retention Rate | 65.0% |
| Part Time Retention Rates | 44.0% |
| Overall Graduation Rate | 40.0% |
| Admissions | |
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| Admissions Office Phone | (800) 544-8765 |
| Admissions Office Email | admissions@wdt.edu |
| Admissions Office Address | 800 Mickelson Dr, Rapid City, South Dakota 57703-4018 |
| Admissions Website | http://www.wdt.edu/Admission/Future_Students.aspx (find financial aid info here) |
| Application Website | http://www.wdt.edu |
| Application Fee | $20 |
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In order to be accepted to Western Dakota Technical Institute, you should have:
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| Program Name | Certificate | Associate | Bachelor | Master | Doctorate |
| Agriculture, agriculture operations, and related sciences | 7 | ||||
| Agricultural Business and Management, General | 7 | ||||
| Business, management, marketing, and related support services | 28 | ||||
| Accounting | 7 | ||||
| General Office Occupations and Clerical Services | |||||
| Marketing/Marketing Management, General | 21 | ||||
| Computer and information sciences and support services | 22 | ||||
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications | 22 | ||||
| Construction trades | 8 | ||||
| Carpentry/Carpenter | 8 | ||||
| Engineering technologies/technicians | 39 | ||||
| Architectural Drafting and Architectural CAD/CADD | 12 | ||||
| Civil Engineering Technology/Technician | 4 | ||||
| Electromechanical Technology/Electromechanical Engineering Tech | 23 | ||||
| Health professions and related clinical sciences | 92 | 3 | |||
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science and Allied Professions, Other | 18 | ||||
| Health Unit Coordinator/Ward Clerk | 5 | ||||
| Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | 21 | ||||
| Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary | 6 | ||||
| Medical Transcription/Transcriptionist | 3 | ||||
| Pharmacy Technician/Assistant | 24 | ||||
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions, Other | 4 | ||||
| Surgical Technology/Technologist | 14 | ||||
| Legal professions and studies | 7 | ||||
| Legal Assistant/Paralegal | 7 | ||||
| Mechanic and repair technologies/technicians | 6 | 10 | |||
| Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician | 6 | ||||
| Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | 0 | 3 | |||
| Electrical/Electronics Equipment Installation and Repair, General | 7 | ||||
| Precision production | 20 | ||||
| Cabinetmaking and Millwork/Millwright | 0 | ||||
| Welding Technology/Welder | 20 | ||||
| Security and protective services | 23 | ||||
| Criminal Justice/Police Science | 10 | ||||
| Fire Science/Fire-fighting | 13 | ||||
| Transportation and materials moving | 15 | ||||
| Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operation | 15 | ||||
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