Lake Land College
About Lake Land College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Lake Land College teaches in Mattoon, in the farm country of east-central Illinois. Nursing and the sciences are its largest programs.
Founded
1966
Location
Mattoon, Illinois
Students
2,448
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
58.4%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,415
Out-of-state: $14,301
Avg Net Price
$2,254
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$38,877
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
58.4% complete their degree within three years
Retention
72.1%
Transfer Out
15%
Teaching Quality
11:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
71.8%
$/Student
$7.3K
Class Size
Medium
58.4% of students graduate on time. That's above the national average, but researching academic support resources before you enroll is always a smart move.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$4,415
In-State
$14,301
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$530
Total Cost of Attendance
$10,276
After Financial Aid
$2,254
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$979
Receive Grants
26.1%
Take Loans
4.7%
Tuition is $4,415/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $2,254.
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 Land College fund their education.
While in School
26.1%
Get Grants
Free money
4.7%
Take Loans
Must repay
$23,420
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$6,188
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$66/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $6,188, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Lake Land College.
Gender
60.5%
Female
40%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,448
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
43.9%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
20.1%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 61% of the student body. 43.9% 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
Rural: Fringe
Campus Quick Facts
2,448
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Lake Land College fields 4 varsity teams with 108 student athletes, about 4% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
4
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
108
4% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
56% / 44%
60
Men
48
Women
2
Men's Teams
3
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Lake Land Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$38,877
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$25K
411 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$64K
88 grads
1yr Earnings
Biological and Physical Sciences
$48K
68 grads
4yr Earnings
Agricultural Mechanization
$53K
28 grads
1yr Earnings
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions
$59K
26 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
$33K
21 grads
1yr Earnings
Median earnings are $39K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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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.