Guidelines and Steps for International Student Admission

Lake Area Tech welcomes international students from around the world. This page explains the admissions process, required documents, English language requirements and important steps for applying to study in the United States.

To be considered for admission to Lake Area Technical College, international students must:

• Rank in the upper half of their secondary school graduation class
• Have a 3.0 (B) average if transferring from another technical school, college or university
• Be proficient in English
• Be financially self-sustaining

How to Apply as an International Student

Your application will be processed when we receive ALL of the following documents and information. Please use the following as a checklist:

• Complete and return an application form. Files for international students must be complete by May 1st for Fall Semester and September 1st for Spring Semester
• Submit the $250.00 international application fee
• Academic credentials (translated into English)
• TOEFL IBT minimum score of 74 or complete the PTE Academic test. The results must be sent to Lake Area Technical College, Attention: Registrar  PO Box 730 Watertown, SD 57201.
• International Financial Certification Form PDF
• Letter from financial sponsor (if applicable)
• Bank/Employer/Broker financial statement

An I-20 cannot be issued to you until your file is complete and you are admitted to Lake Area Technical College. The form I-20 is usually necessary for admission into the United States for post-secondary attendance. The American Consulate in your country can supply detailed information on student status and required visas.