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Oglala Lakota College
Kyle, South Dakota · Public college
Address: 490 Piya Wiconi Road, Kyle, SD 57752 · Phone: (605) 455-6000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Oglala Lakota College is a public trade school in Kyle, South Dakota offering auto mechanic and electrician programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, the state average completion rate is 73.8% and median earnings 10 years after entry are $22,517; this campus's own completion rate and graduate debt are not reported.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Oglala Lakota College; contact the school for current tuition. About 47.5% of students receive Pell Grants, and federal financial aid can be used here since the school participates in Title IV.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $38,670 | $51,160 | $61,610 |
| Electricians | $44,320 | $61,390 | $72,450 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in South Dakota (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Associate degree | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Oglala Lakota College is a public trade and career-training campus located in Kyle, South Dakota, in a remote rural setting. The school is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and participates in federal Title IV financial aid, meaning students may use FAFSA-based aid such as Pell Grants to help cover costs. Among its trade offerings, the college awards credentials most often in auto mechanic schools programs and electrician schools programs, with two program families and a small number of recent trade completers reported.
Federal Scorecard data show the state average completion rate for comparable programs is 73.8%, though this campus's own completion rate and its comparison to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $22,517. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 47.5% of students receive Pell Grants, reflecting a student body with substantial financial need.
This campus may suit students in a remote rural area seeking short, hands-on trade credentials in automotive or electrical work rather than a traditional four-year path; program length details are not specified here, so applicants should confirm scheduling directly with the school. Prospective students and career changers should verify accreditation status with the Higher Learning Commission and review current outcomes on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling, since several figures are not reported for this campus in available federal data.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Oglala Lakota College offers programs in auto mechanic schools (2 programs) and electrician schools (1 program), per listed program families.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, and its accreditation status is listed as accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, the school participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so students can use FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
This campus's own completion rate is not reported for this campus in federal data. The state average completion rate is 73.8%, but a direct comparison is not reported.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school or check the College Scorecard for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $22,517, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Oglala Lakota College is a public institution, which typically ties tuition rates and eligibility for certain state or tribal funding to public governance rather than private ownership.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the available data; contact the school directly to confirm schedule and duration for auto mechanic or electrician programs.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Higher Learning Commission and review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?219277.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not include program length or schedule details needed to assess fit for adult career changers; contact the school at (605) 455-6000 for specifics.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not reported in the available data; contact the school or relevant state licensing board for auto mechanic or electrician credentials.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Oglala Lakota College by phone at (605) 455-6000 or visit its website at https://www.olc.edu/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; consult the College Scorecard to compare completion, cost, and earnings across schools.
Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.