Lake-Sumter State College
About Lake-Sumter State College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Lake-Sumter State College teaches in the lake country northwest of Orlando and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution. Nursing and engineering technology are among its largest programs.
Founded
1962
Location
Leesburg, Florida
Students
4,177
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
48.4%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$3,292
Out-of-state: $13,276
Avg Net Price
$5,855
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$39,876
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
$30
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
48.4% complete their degree within three years
Retention
Not reported
Transfer Out
22.5%
The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.
Teaching Quality
25:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
34.5%
$/Student
$4.4K
Class Size
Large
48.4% 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
$3,292
In-State
$13,276
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,800
Total Cost of Attendance
$12,626
After Financial Aid
$5,855
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$4,127
Receive Grants
29.9%
Take Loans
42.6%
Tuition is $3,292/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $5,855.
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-Sumter State College fund their education.
While in School
29.9%
Get Grants
Free money
42.6%
Take Loans
Must repay
$25,118
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$6,750
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$72/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $6,750, 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-Sumter State College.
Gender
63.4%
Female
37%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
4,177
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
45.7%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
20.7%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 63% of the student body. 45.7% 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: Midsize
Campus Quick Facts
4,177
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Lake-Sumter State College fields 7 varsity teams with 164 student athletes, about 4% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
7
Biggest: Track and Field (Outdoor)
Student Athletes
164
4% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
47% / 53%
77
Men
87
Women
4
Men's Teams
5
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Lake-Sumter State Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$39,876
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$24K
651 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$60K
60 grads
1yr Earnings
Engineering Technologies/Technicians, General
—
21 grads
Computer and Information Sciences, General
—
5 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
5 grads
Criminal Justice and Corrections
—
4 grads
Median earnings are $40K 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.