Lake Erie College

Painesville, Ohio · Private nonprofit, 4-year

At a glance

Average net price

$20,961

In-state, after aid

6-year graduation rate

38.0%

Admission rate

70%

Undergrad size

852

In-state tuition

$37,634

Out-of-state tuition

$37,634

Cost of attendance

$50,790

Median earnings (10y)

$50,417

Admissions

SAT average
Not available
ACT midpoint
20
Retention
59.4%
Locale
Suburb

Programs breakdown

16 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by business (39%), social sciences (22%), trades & services (19%).

  • STEM10%
  • Health3%
  • Business39%
  • Humanities & arts7%
  • Social sciences22%
  • Trades & services19%

Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.

Specific majors offered

21 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.

MajorCredentialGradsMedian earningsMedian debt
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Master's89$54,755
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions.Master's52$108,597
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Bachelor's41$45,113$27,000
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.Bachelor's33$31,000
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness.Bachelor's29
Psychology, General.Bachelor's28$35,106$28,000
Education, General.Master's27
Special Education and Teaching.Graduate certificate23
Biology, General.Bachelor's19$24,593$27,000
Criminal Justice and Corrections.Bachelor's17$32,725
Accounting and Related Services.Bachelor's14
Marketing.Bachelor's14
Special Education and Teaching.Bachelor's13
Agricultural Business and Management.Bachelor's12
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other.Bachelor's9
Mathematics.Bachelor's7
Finance and Financial Management Services.Bachelor's6
Agricultural and Domestic Animal Services.Bachelor's5
English Language and Literature, General.Bachelor's5
Fine and Studio Arts.Bachelor's5
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions.Bachelor's5

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.

About Lake Erie College

Lake Erie College is a small institution located in Painesville, Ohio, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 852 undergraduate students in a suburb setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Education, Homeland security & law enforcement.

Cost & tuition

The average net price at Lake Erie College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $20,961 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $37,634 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $50,790 annually.

Graduation & earnings outcomes

The 6-year graduation rate is 38.0%, a average completion outcome. 59.4% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $50,417 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.

Programs & majors

Lake Erie College confers degrees and certificates across 16 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Education, Homeland security & law enforcement. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by business (39% of credentials), social sciences (22% of credentials), trades & services (19% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.

Admissions

Lake Erie College accepts 70% of applicants, making it moderately selective. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 20.

Location & campus

Set in Painesville, Ohio (suburb), Lake Erie College draws students from across Ohio and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.

Frequently asked questions about Lake Erie College

Q.How much does Lake Erie College cost?

The average net price at Lake Erie College is $20,961 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $50,790.

Q.What is the graduation rate at Lake Erie College?

Lake Erie College has a 6-year graduation rate of 38.0% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

Q.How hard is it to get into Lake Erie College?

Lake Erie College admits 70% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.

Q.How much do Lake Erie College graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, the median Lake Erie College graduate earns $50,417 per year.

Q.What is tuition at Lake Erie College?

Published tuition is $37,634 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.

Q.Where is Lake Erie College located?

Lake Erie College is located in Painesville, Ohio (ZIP 44077).

Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Lake Erie College at their official website.