Environmental Science at Lake Area Technical College in Watertown, SD
Total Graduates
5
Class of 2024
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Environmental Technology | Diploma | Campus | 69% | — | — | — |
| Environmental Technology | AAS | Campus | 85% | — | — | — |
In the Environmental Technology | Diploma | Campus program at Lake Area Technical College, 69% completed the program (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Environmental Technology | AAS | Campus program at Lake Area Technical College, 85% completed the program (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
$80,060
10-Year Job Growth
+4.4%
Career Readiness Score
Related Career Paths
Showing top 5 of 10 careers| Career Title | Starting Salary | Growth Rate | Skill Match | Mapping |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Climate Change Policy Analysts
SOC: 19-2041 | $64,048 | +4.4% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
|
Compliance Officers
SOC: 13-1041 | $62,736 | +3% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
|
Coroners
SOC: 13-1041 | $62,736 | +3% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
|
Environmental Compliance Inspectors
SOC: 13-1041 | $62,736 | +3% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
|
Environmental Restoration Planners
SOC: 19-2041 | $64,048 | +4.4% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
|
Salary Progression
Starting Salary
$60,045
Peak Salary
$100,075
Total Growth
+67%
Skills You'll Gain
✓ Skills Covered in Program (9)
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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