Viewbook - Lakeland Community College

Quality Education
C re d i t s Tra n s fe r
Affordable Tuition
Flexible Scheduling
top 10 Reasons to choose
1.
More than 130
degree and
certificate programs
that prepare you
for a high-demand
career or a fouryear university
3.
Credits are
guaranteed to
transfer to any Ohio
public four-year
university plus
many others
2.
Affordable tuition that
is one-third the cost of
four-year public universities
and a fraction of the cost of
most private universities
4.
5.
Accredited
institution with
knowledgeable
faculty who have
real world experience
Small
classroom
sizes that
allow for
personalized
attention
6.
Convenient day, evening,
weekend, accelerated,
online and hybrid classes
7.
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10.
Proven Success – 96% of
Lakeland graduates find
employment or continue their
education
A safe,
friendly and
clean campus
Partnerships to
complete a bachelor’s
degree from a variety
of leading colleges and
universities through
transfer or at Lakeland’s
Holden University Center
9.
A variety of support
services to help you
succeed, including free
tutoring, veterans affairs
and career services
Areas of Study
Founded in 1967, Lakeland Community College was the first
college in Ohio created by a vote of the people. True to our
mission, Lakeland provides quality learning opportunities to
meet the social and economic needs of the community. Choose
the path that best suits you:
• A career-ready associate degree in an applied field.
• Credits that transfer to four-year colleges and universities.
• Classes to acquire or improve job skills.
Opportunity
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Accounting
Administrative Medical
Office Assistant
Applied American Sign Language
Biology
Biotechnology Science
Business Management
Chemical Technician
Chemistry
Civil Engineering Technology
Coding
Communication Studies
Computed Tomography
Computer Integrated
Manufacturing Technology
Construction Management
Criminal Justice - Corrections
Criminal Justice - Law Enforcement
Culinary Arts Technology
Dance
Dental Hygiene
Early Childhood Education
Economics
Education
Electrocardiography
Electronic Engineering Technology
Emergency Management
Planning and Administration
Emergency Medical Technology
- Basic
Emergency Medical Technology
- Paramedic
English
Fine Arts
Fire Science Technology
Geography
Geology
Geospatial Technology
Graphic Design
Health and Wellness
Health Coach
Health Information
Management Technology
History
Histotechnology
Human Services
Humanities
Information Technology
and Computer Science
International Studies
Journalism
Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Mathematics
Mechanical Engineering Technology
Media Technology
Medical Assisting
Medical Laboratory Technology
Modern Languages
Multi-skilled Health Technology
Music
Network Infrastructure
Engineering Technology
Nuclear Engineering Technology
Nursing
Paralegal Studies
Personal Trainer
Philosophy
Phlebotomy
Photography
Physical Education
Physical Science
Physics
Political Science
Psychology
Radiologic Technology
Real Estate
Respiratory Therapy
Sociology
Surgical Technology
Theater
Urban Studies
Welding
Accreditation
Lakeland Community College
is accredited through the Higher
Learning Commission (HLC) and
participates in the Academic Quality
Improvement Program (AQIP).
The Higher Learning Commission/
230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500/
Chicago, IL. 60604-1413/
800.621.7440 / ncahlc.org
Flexible Classes / Academics / Tuition
Flexible Classes
Lakeland Community College offers two locations for students to complete an Associate of Arts or Associate of
Science degree close to home. Both locations offer flexibility in taking classes: days, evenings, weekends, online, in
an accelerated format (eight- or five-weeks long), or hybrid (both in class and online).
Main Campus:
Lakeland Community College’s main campus is located on 400 wooded acres in Kirtland, OH, only 30 minutes
northeast of Cleveland.
Lakeland East:
Located in Madison, OH, 20 minutes east of main campus, Lakeland Community College’s East Off-Site Center offers
a relaxed environment with personalized attention afforded by smaller class size. Visit lakelandcc.edu/schedule to
view the courses offered at Lakeland East. (Be sure “Lakeland East” is selected in the “Campus” drop down menu.)
Academics
• More than 130 degrees and certificates
• Small classes – average 23 students
per lecture; 16 students per lab
• More than 15,000 credit and
noncredit students attend annually
• Full-time students - 36%
• Part-time students - 64%
• 17:1 student/faculty ratio
• 95 percent of graduates are satisfied
or very satisfied with the education
they received at Lakeland
• Lakeland has an exceptional
student pass rate on state exams
in the health fields
Tuition
Lakeland’s tuition is about one-third the cost of most four-year schools.
TUITION PER CREDIT HOUR AND GENERAL FEES*
LAKE COUNTY
RESIDENTS
OTHER OHIO
RESIDENTS
OUT-OF-STATE
RESIDENTS
$109.55
$137.85
$305.85
*Tuition prices are subject to change. View the current tuition schedule at
lakelandcc.edu/tuition
Even with our low tuition, we realize you may need some help. More
than 50 percent of Lakeland students receive some form of financial
assistance. Lakeland offers many types of financial assistance:
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Federal and state grants.
More than 250 scholarship programs and endowed funds.
Loans.
Work-study employment.
Financial Aid
lakelandcc.edu/financialaid
Transfer Programs
Transfer
Transfer
If you want to earn a bachelor’s degree, you
can save thousands in tuition by taking the
first two years of your education at Lakeland.
The college’s transfer center has all the
information you need to get started. Meet
with a Lakeland counselor to map out your
plan. Use our online tuition calculator to see
how much you can save:
lakelandcc.edu/2plus2calculator
Lakeland Community College’s
Holden University Center
The Holden University Center gives you
convenient access to complete a bachelor’s
or graduate degree from a variety of leading
colleges and universities – right here in Lake
County.
Classes are taught by university partners,
and graduates receive their degrees from the
institution of their degree program. The degree
is the same as having completed a program on
the four-year campus.
Visit lakelandcc.edu/uc for more information.
Campus Life
Visit Us
Come see for yourself! Schedule a campus tour or attend
a campus visitation event by calling 440.525.7900 or online
at lakelandcc.edu/recruitment.
Student Services
• Affordable child care
• Athletic & Fitness Center
• Breakers Dining Hall
• Career services
• Counseling services
• Free parking and shuttle bus service
• Free tutoring in most subjects
• Full-service bookstore
• Library with research assistance
• myLakeland portal
• Open computer labs
with wireless access
• Transfer Center
• Veteran’s Center
Campus Involvement
• Art gallery exhibits
• Civic band, chorus, jazz,
and orchestra concerts
• Intercollegiate athletics
Men’s sports: baseball,
basketball, golf, soccer
Women’s sports: basketball,
softball, volleyball
• Intramural sports and recreation
• More than 30 student clubs
and organizations
• Social, educational and
entertainment events
• Student Center
• Theater performances
Getting Started
The first step to college is to apply for admission.
At Lakeland, you can do this online at lakelandcc.edu/apply or
in person at the Student Service Center. A $15 non-refundable
application fee will be added upon registering for classes.
Once you have completed your application for
admissions, you will need to:
√ Apply for financial aid/scholarships – To apply for financial aid,
you must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid
(FAFSA) at fafsa.gov and use Lakeland Community College code
006804. Many scholarships require a completed FAFSA form
along with the application.
√ Submit transcripts – a final, official high school transcript
showing a graduation date or GED and/or official college
transcript showing one successful semester of coursework.
√ Take the placement test – the placement test helps
determine proper placement into English and
mathematics courses. Visit lakelandcc.edu/placement
for more information.
√ Attend new student orientation – required for all new
students. Visit lakelandcc.edu/orientation for the
current schedule and registration information.
• Meet with a counselor
• Get your Lakeland Student ID Card
• Log in to your myLakeland account
and student email
√ Register for classes – Lakeland’s class schedule is
online only to provide the most up-to-date course
information. To view the schedule of classes, visit
lakelandcc.edu/schedule.
√ Pay tuition & fees – a variety of options are offered
including Lakeland’s Tuition Loan Payment Plan that
allows you to make installment payments over the
course of the term.
√ Buy textbooks – find all the textbooks and materials
you need at Lakeland’s Bookstore.
7700 Clocktower Drive
Kirtland, OH 44094
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For directions, visit lakelandcc.edu/maps
Main Campus
7700 Clocktower Drive, Kirtland, OH 44094
440.525.7000 • 1.800.589.8520
Lakeland East
201 Water Tower Drive, Madison, OH 44057
440.525.7411 • 440.428.5500
Holden University Center (located across from the main campus)
7700 Clocktower Drive, Kirtland, OH 44094
440.525.7535 • lakelandcc.edu/uc
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