Electrician Schools in Rapid City, SD

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare electrician programs in Rapid City, South Dakota. Use this page to compare local programs, review typical training formats, and find nearby schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Electrician Schools Near Rapid City, SD

#1

Western Dakota Technical College

Rapid City, SD 2.1 miles away BOC Score 60.4
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $8,294
  • Out-of-state tuition: $8,294
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 54%
  • Programs offered: 45
  • Annual completions: 445
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Black Hills State University

Spearfish, SD 43.8 miles away BOC Score 43.0
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 12
  • Annual completions: 28
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Oglala Lakota College

Kyle, SD 68.4 miles away BOC Score 26.0
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 11
  • Annual completions: 41

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Chadron State College

Chadron, NE 87.4 miles away BOC Score 45.0
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 4
  • Annual completions: 29
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

South Dakota Electrician Salary Snapshot

South Dakota
South Dakota Median Pay $61,390 $29.51 per hour
U.S. Median Pay $63,190 $30.38 per hour
Data Year: 2025 SOC: 47-2111 Source: BLS OEWS

What to Compare (Quick Checklist)

  • NEC code curriculum and code-cycle year covered
  • Apprenticeship connections (4-5 year, 8,000+ hour pathway)
  • State journeyman and master electrician licensing steps
  • Hands-on lab hours (residential, commercial, industrial wiring)
  • OSHA safety certification (OSHA-10 or OSHA-30) included

Next Steps

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Career Overview

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