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LAKE LAND COLLEGE IS COMMITTED to developing and maintaining an environment for students, employees and college community that embraces and actively supports diversity, equity and inclusion. We aspire to be an institution where the quality of education and work environment are enhanced and enriched by an inclusive campus community that encourages multiple perspectives and the free exchange of ideas.
get you there the laker advantage will get you there
Lake Land College consistently ranks higher in both quality and value than other colleges. You will see the advantages of being a Laker as a student and as an alumni.
NO. 1 CHOICE
among in-district high school grads going to college. 14:1 Student to Faculty Ratio
FIRST IN THE NATION for Medical Coding and Billing
Source: RealWork Matters
THIRD BEST
Nursing School in Illinois
Source: Nursing Explorer 2019
NAMED TOP 30
Best CAD Certification Program
Source: Best Accredited Colleges 2022
RANKED
#4
Best Vocational School in Illinois
Source: RealWork Matters
NAMED SIX TIMES
what do you
want to be?
If you need help deciding your major, we’re here for you! Contact Counseling Services at counsel@LakeLandCollege.edu or 217-234-5232. Take a career assessment quiz, browse careers, build your résumé and more by visiting LakeLandCollege.edu and clicking on the Explore Careers icon or scan this QR code.
AGRICULTURE
Agriculture Transfer
Agriculture Business & Supply
Agriculture Production & Management
Crop Production
HEALTH & PUBLIC SERVICES
Health Services
Associate Degree Nurse*
Basic Nurse Assisting
BNA
Diesel & Ag Power Technology
Horticulture Production & Landscape
John Deere Tech*
Livestock Production
Pre-Veterinary Medicine
ARCHITECTURAL & CONSTRUCTION
Building Construction Technology
CET/Advanced Technical Studies
Civil Engineering Technology
Computer-Aided Design Technology
Geospatial Technology
HVAC+R
Residential Wiring
Surverying with GIS
BUSINESS
Business Management
Accounting
Business
Electronic Marketing Entrepreneurship
Management
Marketing
Professional Sales
Business Office Professionals
Court Reporting and Captioning*
Medical Coding & Health Information
Medical Coding Specialist
Medical Transcriptionist
Office Assistant
Office Manager
Office Receptionist
Office Support Specialist
Office Professionals
EDUCATION
Biology - Secondary Education
Business Education
Chemistry – Secondary Education
Child & Family Services
Early Childhood Care & Education
Early Childhood Education
Elementary Education
Health Education
Mathematics Education
Nanny Child Care Provider
Paraprofessional Educator
Physical Education
Physics – Secondary Education
Social Science Education
Special Education
Dental Hygiene*
Emergency Medical Services*
Massage Therapy*
Medical Assistant*
Paramedical Services*
Physical Therapist Assistant*
Practical Nursing*
Surgical Technology*
Public Services
Cosmetology
Cosmetology Teacher
Crime Scene Technician
Criminal Justice Leadership
Esthetics
Human Services
Law Enforcement Operations
HUMANITIES & SOCIAL SCIENCE
Art
Broadcast Communication
Broadcast Announcing
Communication Studies
Criminal Justice
Economics
English History
Liberal Arts
Political Science
Psychology
Radio Broadcasting
Social Science Education
Sociology/Social Work
TV Field-Studio Production
MANUFACTURING
Applied Engineering Technology
Electronic Control Technician
Electronics Engineering Technology
Electronics System Specialist
Industrial Maintenance
Manufacturing Skills
Mechanical-Electrical Technology
Production Technician
Programmable Logic Controllers
Robotic & CIM Automation
Welding
MATH & SCIENCE
Associate in Engineering Science
Bioscience Non-Teaching
Chemistry
Clinical Laboratory Science
Conservation/Pre-Forestry
Conservation/Pre-Wildlife
Earth Science
Engineering Science
Environmental Science
Mathematics
Physics
Pre-Chiropractic
Pre-Dental
Pre-Engineering
Pre-Medicine
Pre-Nursing
Pre-Pharmacy
Pre-Physical Therapy
TRANSPORTATION
Auto Mechanic
Automotive Technology
Commercial Truck Driver Training
SPECIAL ADMISSION
PROGRAM*
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Computer Applications Specialist
Computer Systems
Computer Technician
Desktop Publishing
IT-Computer Applications
IT-Computer Applications
Specialist
IT-Computer Game Development
IT-Digital Media Specialist
IT-Graphic Design
IT-Network Administration
IT-Programming
IT-Web Design
IT-Web Technology
Students must complete an additional application procedure and meet specific criteria to be admitted to these competitive programs. Enrollment does not guarantee admission into these programs.
education that works
At Lake Land, you’ll develop the skills you need to succeed and get the job you want with hands-on training, internships, job search assistance and connections to employers.
THE HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE YOU NEED
Experience your future career in one of our 40+ hands-on labs and clinics.
AGRICULTURE
Diesel & Ag Power Lab
Greenhouse
360-acre Farm
Soils Lab
John Deere Tech Lab
ARCHITECTURAL & CONSTRUCTION
Building & Construction Lab
CAD Lab
Civil Engineering Tech Lab
BUSINESS
Office Technology Lab
EDUCATION
Education Classroom Lab
Teacher Education Practicum
Laker Louie Jr. Academy
HEALTH & PUBLIC SERVICES
Simulators
Adult and Baby Patient
Ambulance Simulator
Cosmetology Clinic
Crime Scene Technician Lab
Esthetics Clinic
Dental Hygiene Clinic
Massage Therapy Clinic
Nursing Lab
Physical Therapy Lab
Training Ambulance
HUMANITIES & SOCIAL SCIENCE
2D Art Studio
3D Art Studio
Radio-TV Lab
WLKL Radio Station
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Computer Lab
Digital Media/Videography
Studio
Graphic Design/Mac Lab
Innovation Lab
MANUFACTURING
3D Printing Lab
CNC Lab
Electronics Lab
PLC Lab
Robotics Lab
Welding Lab
MATH & SCIENCE
A & P Labs
Biology & Chemistry Labs
Cadaver Anatomy Lab
GIS Lab
Greenhouse
Physics Lab
TRANSPORTATION
Automotive Lab
CDL Simulator
YOUR TRADE CAREER STARTS HERE
Several of our trade programs are a part of TECH 2DAY, a new program structure allowing students to complete a program in two years by going to class only two days each week.
LEARN MORE ABOUT TECH 2DAY
Laura Deornellas
Admissions CTE Recruiter 217-234-5434
ldeornellas@LakeLandCollege.edu
LakeLandCollege.edu/Tech2Day
transfer ready
HAVE YOU TAKEN DUAL CREDIT?
Dual Credit is a partnership between Lake Land College and your high school that provides you with the opportunity to earn high school and college credit simultaneously. Dual Credit courses are offered at your high school during regular school days.
The benefits of the Dual Credit Program are endless! Here are just a few:
Save time and money.
Explore career interests.
Get ahead on college general education requirements.
Build a history of success in college courses.
LEARN MORE AT LakeLandCollege.edu/dual-credit.
accelerate your career path with TRANSFER & TECHNICAL dual credit courses
Lake Land transfer students’ GPAs ae 11% HIGHER* than native university students.
*Based on university GPA only.
PERSONALIZED GUIDANCE WITH LAKER CONNECT!
Laker Connect is a new program designed to provide you with personalized guidance from a Lake Land College counselor as you select dual credit classes and plan for the future.
MEET WITH LAKER CONNECT COUNSELOR
Kellie Niemerg Academic Counselor 217-234-5473 kkeck16009@LakeLandCollege.edu
HONORS EXPERIENCE
The Honors Experience provides Lake Land College honors students with an excellent academic experience.
The Honors Experience includes the Presidential Scholarship Program.
Honors Courses.
Phi Theta Kappa National Honor Society.
LEARN MORE AT LakeLandCollege.edu/honors-program.
support you we’re here to
Lake Land College is committed to your success on both a personal and academic level. We understand the importance of feeling safe and secure during your college experience.
CAMPUS POLICE
Committed to your safety
FOOD PANTRY
Available to all Laker students in the Luther Student Center
LAKER ALERTS
Receive emergency alerts via text message, email and the website.college
FREE WI-FI & PRINTING
DEDICATED TO INCLUSION & DIVERSITY
LIBRARY LOAN RESOURCES
Chromebooks, graphing calculators & mi-fis
FREE TUTORING whenever you need it
FREE GYM MEMBERSHIP for all Laker students
PROFESSIONAL MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES
Full-time mental health counselor through the Student Wellness Center IT HELP DESK
Additional support services for 1ST GENERATION COLLEGE STUDENTS
create your own laker experience
Get involved, make new friends and build great leadership experience through Student Life! Scan this QR Code to email Student Life and find out how you can get involved on campus!
INTRAMURAL SPORTS every week!
MORE THAN 30 STUDENT CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS!
6 NJCAA TEAMS
Baseball - Softball - Volleyball
Men’s BasketballWomen’s Basketball - Cheer
amazing cost
amazing college
On average, two years at Lake Land is a fraction of the cost of a university or trade school! Our affordable tuition and fees are the best way to go to college and get the career you want.
LAKER+
Minimize debt, increase purchasing power. With the LAKER+ financial assistance program you can:
Maximize your financial aid or assistance.
Manage your college expenses.
Often have funds leftover to cover living expenses such as food, housing and transportation.
Find out how affordable Lake Land is by watching this Laker+ video:
VIDEO BONUS
PAYING FOR COLLEGE
Financial Aid
Financial aid helps make up the difference between what you can afford to pay and the cost of college. Funding sources include: federal government, state government, college/university and outside private sources.
FAFSA
Free Application for Federal Student Aid StudentAid.gov
Contact the Financial Aid Office at FinancialAid@LakeLandCollege.edu or 217-234-5231.
Payment Plan
By signing up for the Nelnet Payment Plan, you can spread your tuition and fees out over the course of the semester. Scan this QR code to learn more.
81% OF STUDENTS receive some form of financial aid (grants, loans or scholarships)
SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Foundation Scholarships
The Foundation awards more than $500,000 in scholarships each year. You only have to fill out one application to be considered for a scholarship. The application period opens November 1 and closes February 1 for the upcoming school year.
Athletic Scholarships
Awarded to talented athletes who have the outstanding ability to compete on their respective NJCAA team.
Livestock Judging Scholarships
Awarded to students who have the outstanding ability to perform on the college’s Livestock Judging team.
Presidential Scholarships
Awarded to in-district high school seniors who are in the top 15% of their senior class or have an ACT composite score of 26 or higher or SAT score of 1230 or higher. The scholarship covers the cost of tuition for up to two academic years. Talk with your guidance counselor for more information.
Visit us online
LakeLandCollege.edu/scholarship-opportunities
LakeLandCollege.edu/FinancialAid
LakeLandCollege.edu/tuition-and-fees
ONLY 4% OF STUDENTS borrowed loans in 2022-2023.
$506,560 awarded scholarships
CHECKLIST FOR SUCCESS
1. EXPLORE VISIT OPTIONS
LakeLandCollege.edu/visit
217-234-5232
2. CREATE A LAKER PROFILE & SUBMIT APPLICATION
Go to LakeLandCollege.edu, click on Apply to create your Laker Profile and fill out the application.
3. PROVIDE PLACEMENT INFORMATION IN ONE OF THE FOLLOWING WAYS:
Send in your ACT/SAT Scores.
Place by submitting your High School Transcript.
Take the College Placement Test.
Complete a Transitional Math Course with a minimum C grade.
4. COMPLETE THE FAFSA FINANCIAL AID FORM AS SOON AS YOU CAN
Visit LakeLandCollege.edu/FinancialAid for helpful resources on how to apply for financial aid, grants and loans.
Applications are available October 1 for the next fall semester.
StudentAid.gov
FinancialAid@LakeLandCollege.edu or 217-234-5231
5. COMPLETE THE LAKE LAND COLLEGE FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
The application period opens November 1.
Completed applications are due February 1.
LakeLandCollege.edu/scholarship-opportunities
6. COMPLETE NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION
After submitting your application, watch your mail for a letter.
Sign up for a registration date after completing online orientation.
Meet with an academic counselor and register for classes.
TAKE A CAMPUS TOUR
Schedule a campus tour with Counseling Services.
Experience the Virtual Tour at LakeLandCollege.edu.
9 a.m. - Noon Register at LakeLandCollege.edu/visit
Monday, October 14, 2024
Friday, December 6, 2024
Monday February 17, 2025
Friday, March 21, 2025
Thursday, June 12, 2025
RACHEL ERVIN
rervin2401@LakeLandCollege.edu
