Lake Erie College
About Lake Erie College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Lake Erie College is a private university in Painesville, OH. It has a 54.1% acceptance rate and a 42% graduation rate, serving approximately 662 students.
Founded
1856
Location
Painesville, Ohio
Students
1,019
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
70.4%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
38%
Below national average
Tuition
$37,634
Per year
Avg Net Price
$20,961
After financial aid
SAT Average
1040
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$50,417
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
70.4 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Blind
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
With a 70.4% acceptance rate, Lake Erie College admits most students who meet the academic standards. Focus on putting together a complete, thoughtful application.
SAT Scores
1040/ 1600
ACT Scores
20/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
38% complete their degree within six years
Retention
59.4%
4-Year Grad
36%
6-Year Grad
45%
Teaching Quality
11:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
50.5%
$/Student
$6.0K
Class Size
Medium
The 36% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$37,634
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$13,036
Books & Supplies
$1,220
Total Cost of Attendance
$50,790
After Financial Aid
$20,961
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$20,195
Receive Grants
37.2%
Take Loans
54.6%
The total cost of attendance runs about $50,790/yr, including $13,036 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $20,961.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Lake Erie College fund their education.
While in School
37.2%
Get Grants
Free money
54.6%
Take Loans
Must repay
$54,421
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$26,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$276/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The $26,000 median debt is above average, but graduates earn $50K within ten years. The numbers suggest the investment pays off for most students.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Lake Erie College.
Gender
51.5%
Female
49%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
852
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
167
Graduates
32.7%
First-Gen
20 yrs
Avg Age
8.5%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (52% women, 49% men). 32.7% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
852
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Master's
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Lake Erie College fields 9 varsity teams with 549 student athletes, about 64% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division II with football
Conference
Great Midwest
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
9
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
549
64% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
71% / 29%
388
Men
161
Women
7
Men's Teams
6
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Lake Erie Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$50,417
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Business Administration, Management and Operations
$44K
19 grads
1yr Earnings
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
—
17 grads
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$41K
15 grads
4yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$35K
13 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
$58K
12 grads
4yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$49K
9 grads
4yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $44K six years out, growing to $50K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.