Lorain County Community College
About Lorain County Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Lorain County Community College in Elyria, Ohio, runs a university partnership that lets its students finish a bachelor's degree from a state university without leaving the campus. Nursing and business are its largest programs.
Founded
1963
Location
Elyria, Ohio
Students
5,373
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
30.9%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,265
Out-of-state: $8,860
Avg Net Price
$3,967
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$38,837
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
30.9% complete their degree within three years
Retention
Not reported
Transfer Out
18.1%
The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.
Teaching Quality
14:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$9.2K
Class Size
Medium
The 30.9% 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
$4,265
In-State
$8,860
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$806
Total Cost of Attendance
$9,860
After Financial Aid
$3,967
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$3,099
Receive Grants
25.5%
Take Loans
7.4%
Tuition is $4,265/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $3,967.
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 Lorain County Community College fund their education.
While in School
25.5%
Get Grants
Free money
7.4%
Take Loans
Must repay
$21,057
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$13,680
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$145/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $13,680, 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 Lorain County Community College.
Gender
62.6%
Female
37%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
5,373
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
51.3%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
23.3%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 63% of the student body. 51.3% 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
5,373
Students
community
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
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
Lorain County Community College fields 5 varsity teams with 73 student athletes, about 1% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division III
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
5
Biggest: Basketball
Student Athletes
73
1% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
56% / 44%
41
Men
32
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 Lorain County Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$38,837
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$26K
821 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$64K
119 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$38K
92 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$47K
41 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
$34K
36 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$41K
26 grads
4yr 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.