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Lake Forest College

Private nonprofit Lake Forest, IL · Suburban · Great Lakes · 100% data reported · Agent Insights
74%
Graduation Rate
$61,825
Earnings (10yr)
$28,673
Net Price
57%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Lake Forest College has a graduation rate of 74%, indicating that a significant majority of students complete their degrees. This statistic reflects a supportive academic environment and a commitment to student success. The college's acceptance rate stands at 57%, allowing for a diverse range of applicants to pursue their educational goals.

The Chetty/Opportunity Insights data reveals that while specific mobility metrics are not available for Lake Forest College, the institution’s focus on programs such as Business & Marketing, Biology & Biomedical, and Psychology suggests pathways for upward mobility. Graduates earn a median salary of $61,825 ten years after enrollment, indicating strong potential for financial stability in the job market.

The net price of attendance is $28,673, with a median debt of $26,158, making it essential for prospective students to consider financial aid options. About 32% of students receive Pell Grants, highlighting the college's accessibility to low-income students. Lake Forest College is a good fit for students interested in a personalized education with dedicated faculty support, particularly in the social sciences and health-related fields.

Rankings

How Lake Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation74%Earnings 10yr$62KNet Price$29KRetention90%Median Debt$26KPell Grant Rate32%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$20K$0-30K$20K$30-48K$21K$48-75K$35K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%376.1%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%4765.9%MOBILITY179.24%

Cost & Financial Aid

$56,402
In-State Tuition
$56,402
Out-of-State
$28,673
Avg Net Price
$26,158
Median Debt
32%
Pell Grant Rate
67%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$19,605
Family Income $0–$30K
$20,210
Family Income $30K–$48K
$21,481
Family Income $48K–$75K
$35,341
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$51,324
6 Years After Entry
$58,610
8 Years
$61,825
10 Years
0.42x
Debt-to-Earnings
75%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$51,324 6yr $58,610 8yr $61,825 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

179.24%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
4765.9%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
376.1%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$116,000
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.72
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.00
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
13.8%
Volunteering Rate
1.00
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 57%
Retention Rate 90%
SAT Average 1343
ACT Midpoint 29
SAT Range 1190–1393
ACT Range 28–32
Full-Time Faculty 100%
Faculty Salary (mo) $9,044
Diversity Index 0.70
First-Gen Students 25%

Top Programs

Business & Marketing 18%
Biology & Biomedical 16%
Social Sciences 16%
Psychology 9%
Communications 7%
Visual & Performing Arts 5%
English & Literature 5%
Computer Science & IT 4%