Lorain County Community College

Overview

Lorain County Community College (LCCC), situated in Elyria, Ohio, offers a blend of academic and vocational programs within a suburban setting approximately 30 miles west of Cleveland. Founded in 1963, LCCC serves as a public two-year institution, providing accessible education to diverse student demographics. With a relatively open admissions policy, the institution attracts a mix of traditional and non-traditional students. While LCCC does not offer on-campus housing, its commuter campus facilitates flexible learning opportunities for its attendees. The college is notably recognized for its University Partnership program, which allows students to pursue bachelor's and master's degrees from a variety of Ohio universities on the LCCC campus. Furthermore, the academic profile of LCCC is encompassed by popular majors in business, nursing, and the liberal arts and sciences, catering to the immediate workforce needs of the region. LCCC does not specifically emphasize athletics within its campus culture.

Lorain County Community College has an open admission policy which permits enrollment by any high school graduate or GED holding student.  2,146 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 7,024 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $4,187 plus fees of $473.