Ready. Set. Go! Build Dakota Day

High school juniors and seniors, and nontraditional students, are invited to campus on January 14, 2027, to learn how to get READY to earn a Build Dakota Scholarship with a Stretch-the-Million industry partner!

This is an excellent opportunity to get SET by making connections with South Dakota employers ready to partner with applicants pursuing specific, hands-on careers. Plus, an application “tips and tricks” session, a walking campus tour, lunch, and a chance to win $500 campus cash.

Attendees will be ready to GO for it!

Build Dakota Scholarship Eligible Programs at Lake Area Tech (2027-28)

Ag - Production Agriculture

Ag - Precision Agriculture Technology

Auto Body & Paint Technology

Automotive Technology

Building Trades Technology

Computer Information Systems*

Dental Assisting*

Dental Hygiene

Diesel Technology – Ag/Industrial or Truck Option

Electronic Systems Technology*

Energy Operations

Energy Technology

Heavy Equipment Operator

Law Enforcement*

Natural Resources Management

Med/Fire Rescue

Med/Fire Rescue – Paramedic

Medical Assisting

Medical Lab Technician*

Nursing - Practical Nursing*

Nursing - Registered Nursing*

Precision Machining*

Robotics*

Surgical Technology

Welding Technology

*Online Hybrid E-Degrees available in these programs