Western Dakota Technical College SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements
At Western Dakota Tech, the 100% acceptance rate means your score strategy should focus on lowering your cost, not proving you belong. Even though the school is test-optional, an SAT 1090 or ACT 24 can put you in range for SDOS awards of $1,500 to $7,500.
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Western Dakota Technical College facts and stats
Western Dakota Technical College enrolls 1,164 undergraduate students. Western Dakota Tech has an 11:1 student-to-faculty ratio. These figures point to a compact undergraduate profile for students comparing college options.
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Key Western Dakota Technical College application dates
Key dates
Regular Decision
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Early Action
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Early Decision
Not offered
Priority Deadline
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Financial Aid Priority
April 1
Test dates
August 22, 2026
Registration deadline: August 7, 2026
September 12, 2026
Registration deadline: August 28, 2026
October 3, 2026
Registration deadline: September 18, 2026
September 19, 2026
Registration deadline: August 14, 2026
October 17, 2026
Registration deadline: September 11, 2026
December 12, 2026
Registration deadline: November 6, 2026
Because Western Dakota Tech is test-optional, follow this timeline only if you want to submit scores or qualify for SDOS merit awards that require a 1090+ SAT or 24+ ACT. Take your first SAT or ACT by the spring of junior year, then use summer and fall retakes to improve your score before the April 1 financial aid priority deadline.
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What you'll actually pay
Western Dakota Tech lists in-state tuition at $3,596 and out-of-state tuition at $3,596. About 63% of students receive aid, with an average merit award of $1,791. Submit the FAFSA by the April 1 priority deadline to be considered for financial aid.
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As a public college, Western Dakota Tech lists out-of-state tuition at $3,596. About 63% of students receive financial aid, with an average aid package of $11,989. Merit awards average $1,791, which can help reduce the amount students pay after grants, scholarships, and other aid are applied.
⬡ LangSmithb356a39a-c2b5-4d82-9224-27fbf905c90eStudent life at Western Dakota Technical College
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3% of undergrads live on campus
No fraternity or sorority life on campus.
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