Banking and Financial Support Services at Lake Area Technical College in Watertown, SD
Total Graduates
19
Class of 2024
Male Graduates
26%
5 of 19
Female Graduates
74%
14 of 19
Annual Tuition & Fees
$6,718
In-state, incl. fees
Program Overview
Program Details
Recent Outcomes
Verified Program Outcomes
Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for Lake Area Technical College programs on the state Eligible Training Provider List. Missing values ("—") mean the state suppressed or did not report that metric — they never mean zero.
| Program | Completion rate | Employed 6 mo after exit | Employed 1 yr after exit | Median quarterly earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Financial Services | AAS | Online | 49% | 6% | — | $14,190 |
| Financial Services | AAS | Campus | 68% | 4% | 6% | $5,699 |
In the Financial Services | AAS | Online program at Lake Area Technical College, 6% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 49% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $14,190 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Financial Services | AAS | Campus program at Lake Area Technical College, 4% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 68% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $5,699 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, WIOA participant outcomes (trainingproviderresults.gov), PY 2023.
Career Outcomes for Graduates
Primary Career Path
Average Starting Salary
$46,040
10-Year Job Growth
-10.5%
Career Readiness Score
Related Career Paths
Showing top 5 of 6 careers| Career Title | Starting Salary | Growth Rate | Skill Match | Mapping |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Bill and Account Collectors
SOC: 43-3011 | $36,832 | -10.5% | 75%
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Credit Authorizers, Checkers, and Clerks
SOC: 43-4041 | $39,304 | -6.2% | 75%
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Credit Counselors
SOC: 13-2071 | $40,384 | +3.3% | 75%
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Loan Interviewers and Clerks
SOC: 43-4131 | $39,160 | -2.3% | 75%
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New Accounts Clerks
SOC: 43-4141 | $37,288 | -13.2% | 75%
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Salary Progression
Starting Salary
$34,530
Peak Salary
$57,550
Total Growth
+67%
Skills You'll Gain
✓ Skills Covered in Program (2)
ℹ Career Preparation
This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.
Career Readiness Assessment
Technical Skills Alignment
Education Level Match
Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.
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