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Lake Land College

Public Mattoon, IL · Rural · Great Lakes · 87% data reported · Agent Insights
56%
Graduation Rate
$38,877
Earnings (10yr)
$2,254
Net Price
2,448
Enrollment

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Overview

Students at Lake Land College benefit from a remarkably low net price of just $2,254. This affordable cost makes higher education accessible for many. With an enrollment of 2,448 students, the college fosters a tight-knit community.

The opportunity for upward mobility is evident in the earnings of graduates, who average $38,877 ten years after enrollment. While specific mobility data is not available, a graduation rate of 56% suggests that many students successfully complete their programs and enter the workforce. The college serves a diverse range of programs, from construction trades to health professions, supporting various career paths.

Financially, Lake Land College is a strong choice. The median debt for graduates stands at $6,188, which is manageable compared to typical student loan burdens. With about 26% of students receiving Pell Grants, the college helps low-income students access education. Those who thrive here are often those looking for practical skills and a supportive environment to jumpstart their careers.

Rankings

How Lake Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation56%Earnings 10yr$39KNet Price$2KRetention72%Median Debt$6KPell Grant Rate26%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$1K$0-30K$0K$30-48K$4K$48-75K$8K$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%1195.1%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%1010.2%MOBILITY120.74%

Cost & Financial Aid

$4,415
In-State Tuition
$14,301
Out-of-State
$2,254
Avg Net Price
$6,188
Median Debt
26%
Pell Grant Rate
5%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$979
Family Income $0–$30K
$232
Family Income $30K–$48K
$4,181
Family Income $48K–$75K
$8,381
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$33,693
6 Years After Entry
$36,833
8 Years
$38,877
10 Years
0.16x
Debt-to-Earnings
47%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$33,693 6yr $36,833 8yr $38,877 10yr

Social Mobility

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

120.74%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
1010.2%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
1195.1%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$63,800
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.18
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.02
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
8.4%
Volunteering Rate
1.00
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Retention Rate 72%
Full-Time Faculty 72%
Faculty Salary (mo) $6,125
Diversity Index 0.24
First-Gen Students 44%

Top Programs

Construction Trades 19%
Humanities 18%
Health Professions 12%
Business & Marketing 10%
Culinary & Personal Services 7%
Mechanic & Repair Tech 5%
Precision Production 4%
Computer Science & IT 2%

Quick Facts

Setting Rural
Region Great Lakes
Accreditor Higher Learning Commission
Predominant Degree Certificate

Student Body

Female
60%
White
87%
Hispanic
4%
Black
3%
Asian
1%

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

Opportunity Insights Mobility Report Card

Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

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