LAKE AREA TECHNICAL INSTITUTE (LATI)
- 230 11th St NE
- Watertown, SD 57201
- OPEID College Code: 00530900
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- General Phone: (605) 882-5284
- President: Debra Shephard
- Type: Public, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Associate's
- Local Area: Remote Town
- Student Enrollment: 1,291
- College Alias: LATI
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Lake Area Technical Institute - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Graduation Rates
Campus Security
About
Lake Area Technical Institute, located in Watertown, South Dakota, was founded in 1965 and was South Dakota's first technical school. The school enrolls over 1,500 students a year and has had over 16,000 graduates. The school maintains small class sizes and cutting edge facilities. The school believes in offering students a solid foundation upon which they may construct their success.
Academics
LATI offers 27 programs of study, 7 of which are available through online distance learning. The programs provide students with the education necessary to immediately begin a career or to transfer to a four year institution. 98% of graduates find placement in jobs or transfer to a four year university.
Programs offered include:
Admissions and Financial Aid
Students interested in enrolling at Lake Area Technical Institute must be at least 16 years of age and have a high school diploma or GED. Students lacking a high school diploma or GED may take an examination demonstrating that they will benefit from the education offered; students enrolled in this manner must complete their GED within the year. LATI offers a variety of financial aid options to eligible students. Eligibility for federal programs is determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which must be completed and submitted.
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- On-Campus Day Care Available
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- ROTC Army Air Force
- Website
- www.lakeareatech.edu
- Mission Statement
- Lake Area Technical Institute offers superior, comprehensive technical education, creating a foundation for success in an ever-changing world.
Accreditation
- North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Associates--Public Rural-Serving Small
- Undergraduate Classification Associates
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Medium Full-Time Two-Year
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
- Size Classification Small Two-Year
Lake Area Technical Institute Campus Map
- Admission Fees Fall 2009
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $20.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- Life Experience Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School GPA Required
- High School or Secondary School Rank Recommended
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...) Recommended
- TOEFL Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2009
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 727 | 749 | 1,476 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 437 (60%) | 442 (59%) | 879 (60%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 359 (82%) | 360 (81%) | 719 (82%) |
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 87%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 80% | 34% | 4% | 19% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $5,592 | $3,553 | $493 | $863 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 3.6% | 2.7% | 3.0% |
| Number in Default | 18 | 14 | 17 |
| Number in Repayment | 487 | 508 | 564 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
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| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
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| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $4,982 | $4,583 | $4,246 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $4,982 | $4,583 | $4,246 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $4,982 | $4,583 | $4,246 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 | $1,000 | $923 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $5,200 | $5,000 | $4,250 |
| Other Expenses | $2,000 | $1,900 | $1,700 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $2,020 | $1,900 | $1,500 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $5,982 | $5,583 | $5,169 |
| In-State | $5,982 | $5,583 | $5,169 |
| Out of State | $5,982 | $5,583 | $5,169 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $13,182 | $12,483 | $11,119 |
| In-State | $13,182 | $12,483 | $11,119 |
| Out of State | $13,182 | $12,483 | $11,119 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $8,002 | $7,383 | $6,669 |
| In-State | $8,002 | $7,383 | $6,669 |
| Out of State | $8,002 | $7,383 | $6,669 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
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The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 1,291 Undergraduate: 1,291
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 663 Female: 628
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 663 Female: 628
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 1,138 Part-Time: 153
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 1,138 Part-Time: 153
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | - | - |
| Unknown | - | - |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 16 | 1% |
| Ages 18-19 | 476 | 37% |
| Ages 20-21 | 386 | 30% |
| Ages 22-24 | 159 | 12% |
| Ages 25-29 | 105 | 8% |
| Ages 30-34 | 57 | 4% |
| Ages 35-39 | 28 | 2% |
| Ages 40-49 | 41 | 3% |
| Ages 50-65 | 20 | 2% |
| Age Over 65 | 3 | 0.2% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 162 | 135 | 27 |
| Faculty Status | 89 | 77 | 12 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 89 | 77 | 12 |
| Primarily Instruction | 89 | 77 | 12 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 2 | 2 | - |
| Other Professionals | 19 | 17 | 2 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 52 | 39 | 13 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 20 | 18 | 2 |
| Skilled Crafts | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 10 | 8 | 2 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $43,911 (49) | $44,022 (34) | $43,660 (15) |
| Instructor | $43,911 (49) | $44,022 (34) | $43,660 (15) |
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $48,596 (27) | $48,384 (9) | $48,701 (18) |
| Instructor | $48,596 (27) | $48,384 (9) | $48,701 (18) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $42,437 (76) | $43,094 (43) | $41,581 (33) |
| Instructor | $42,437 (76) | $43,094 (43) | $41,581 (33) |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 83%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 64%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 76% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 75% |
| Female | 78% |
| By Race | |
| American Indian | 60% |
| Black | 100% |
| Asian | 100% |
| Hispanic | 67% |
| White | 77% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Burglary | 1 | 1 |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
