Overview
Enrollment
Lake Land College is a public community college located in Mattoon, Illinois, approximately 180 miles south of Chicago and 45 miles south of Champaign-Urbana. The main campus spans 308 acres in a rural setting, featuring modern academic facilities and a network of walking paths through prairie restoration areas. Established in 1966, Lake Land serves a nine-county district in east-central Illinois and offers more than 150 degree and certificate programs, with particular emphasis on agricultural sciences, allied health, and technical education. The college maintains extensive workforce development partnerships with regional employers and operates additional learning centers in surrounding communities, including Effingham and Marshall. Campus facilities include technical training labs, a student center, and the Field House athletic complex, where the Lakers compete in NJCAA Division I athletics.
Annual Cost to Attend
In District Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $360 |
| Other Fees | $965 |
| Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living | $4,000 |
| Other Expenses Budget | $3,620 |
| Total One Year Cost | $13,225 |
Illinois Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $360 |
| Other Fees | $965 |
| Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living | $4,000 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,620 |
| Total One Year Cost | $16,084 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Work and Family Studies | 15% |
| Health Professions | 14% |
| Business | 12% |
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 11% |
| General Studies | 10% |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=146506 IPEDS survey data for Lake Land College.
Current students may use the Lake Land College GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025