Lakeland Community College
About Lakeland Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Lakeland Community College teaches in Kirtland, east of Cleveland. Nursing and allied health are its largest programs, alongside the transfer track most of its students take.
Founded
1967
Location
Kirtland, Ohio
Students
2,773
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
23.5%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$3,872
Out-of-state: $9,235
Avg Net Price
$7,606
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$39,612
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
Below Average
23.5% complete their degree within three years
Retention
62.2%
Transfer Out
14%
Teaching Quality
11:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$11.1K
Class Size
Medium
The 23.5% graduation rate is below average, but 62.2% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$3,872
In-State
$9,235
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$800
Total Cost of Attendance
$11,859
After Financial Aid
$7,606
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$5,977
Receive Grants
23.1%
Take Loans
15.3%
Tuition is $3,872/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $7,606.
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 Lakeland Community College fund their education.
While in School
23.1%
Get Grants
Free money
15.3%
Take Loans
Must repay
$21,022
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$14,751
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$156/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $14,751, 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 Lakeland Community College.
Gender
62.5%
Female
38%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,773
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
49%
First-Gen
26 yrs
Avg Age
27.8%
Age 25+
With an average entry age of 26, the campus has more working adults and non-traditional students than most schools. You'll find classmates with real-world experience. 49% 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
2,773
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Lakeland Community College fields 5 varsity teams with 99 student athletes, about 4% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division II
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
5
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
99
4% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
58% / 42%
57
Men
42
Women
3
Men's Teams
4
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Lakeland Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$39,612
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$32K
414 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$63K
86 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$58K
28 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$55K
22 grads
4yr Earnings
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions
$53K
20 grads
1yr Earnings
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions
$48K
18 grads
1yr Earnings
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.