# College of Lake County

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## Overview

- **Location:** Grayslake, IL
- **Type:** Public
- **Setting:** Suburban
- **Region:** Great Lakes
- **Enrollment:** 9,420
- **Predominant Degree:** Certificate
- **Hispanic-Serving Institution:** Yes

Over 9,400 students attend the College of Lake County, making it a significant player in community education in Illinois. This public institution emphasizes accessible education with a focus on practical career paths. The most striking element is its affordable net price of $7,607, which helps ease the financial burden for many students.

According to the Chetty/Opportunity Insights data, specific mobility metrics for the College of Lake County are not available. However, a commitment to education in high-demand fields like health professions and technology suggests a potential for upward mobility among graduates. While the graduation rate stands at 38%, the focus on career-oriented programs may enhance job prospects for those who complete their studies.

Students thrive here who are dedicated to pursuing hands-on careers. With median debt at $8,735 and average earnings of $43,424 a decade after graduation, many find a solid return on their investment. The college serves a diverse population, including a notable 24% of students receiving Pell Grants, indicating a commitment to supporting lower-income individuals in achieving their educational goals.

## Admissions

| Metric | Value |
|--------|-------|
| Acceptance Rate | N/A |
| SAT Average | N/A |
| ACT Midpoint | N/A |

## Cost & Aid

| Metric | Value |
|--------|-------|
| In-State Tuition | $4,788 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $14,400 |
| Average Net Price | $7,607 |
| Median Debt | $8,735 |
| Pell Grant Rate | 24% |
| Federal Loan Rate | 2% |

### Net Price by Family Income

| Family Income | Net Price |
|--------------|----------|
| $0-$30K | $6,096 |
| $30K-$48K | $6,786 |
| $48K-$75K | $8,678 |
| $75K-$110K | N/A |
| $110K+ | $11,025 |

## Outcomes

| Metric | Value |
|--------|-------|
| Graduation Rate | 38% |
| Retention Rate | 72% |
| Earnings (6yr) | $36,407 |
| Earnings (8yr) | $39,819 |
| Earnings (10yr) | $43,424 |
| Debt-to-Earnings | 0.2x |
| Loan Repayment (3yr) | N/A |

## Social Mobility (Opportunity Insights)

Data source: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card (30M+ anonymized tax records)

| Metric | Value |
|--------|-------|
| Mobility Rate (Q1→Q5) | 125.43% |
| Success Rate (bottom 20% → top 20%) | 1582.7% |
| Students from Bottom 20% | 792.5% |
| Parent Median Income | $88,400 |

## Social Capital (Social Capital Atlas)

| Metric | Value |
|--------|-------|
| Economic Connectedness | 1.09 |
| Friending Bias | 0.11 |
| Volunteering Rate | 5.5% |
| Support Ratio | 0.97 |

## Innovation (Opportunity Insights Patent Data)

| Metric | Value |
|--------|-------|
| Inventor Rate | 0.130% |
| Total Patents | 16 |
| Total Citations | 637 |

## Top Programs

| Program | Enrollment Share |
|---------|------------------|
| Humanities | 35% |
| Health Professions | 28% |
| Mechanic & Repair Tech | 14% |
| Business & Marketing | 3% |
| Computer Science & IT | 3% |
| Precision Production | 3% |
| Culinary & Personal Services | 2% |
| Legal Studies | 1% |

## Rankings

This school appears in 2 CollegeRanker rankings:

- #24 in [Most Affordable Colleges in Illinois](https://www.collegeranker.com/rankings/most-affordable-colleges-illinois)
- #27 in [Best Trade Schools](https://www.collegeranker.com/rankings/best-trade-schools)

## Data Sources

- U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (https://collegescorecard.ed.gov)
- Opportunity Insights Mobility Report Card (https://opportunityinsights.org/data)
- Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas
- Opportunity Insights Patent & Innovation Data
- NCES IPEDS

## Citation

CollegeRanker. "College of Lake County — School Profile." CollegeRanker.com. https://www.collegeranker.com/colleges/college-of-lake-county