Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University
Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University is a public community college in Hayward, Wisconsin, enrolling about 176 students. The college offers associate degrees, career certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. In-state tuition starts near $6,030 per year before fees and aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $6,030
- 2024 Average Net Price: $8,657 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 176 29.5% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 22.58%
Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University: what the data shows
Common questions about Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University?
Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University is located in Hayward, WI (ZIP 54843).
Is Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University public or private?
Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University is a Public institution.
How much does Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University cost?
Published tuition: $6,030.
Average net price after aid: $8,657.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $8,602 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $4,689 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $17,202 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $24,120.
How big is Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University?
Total enrollment: 176 students.
About 30% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University?
150%-time completion rate: 22.58%.
First-year retention: 100.0%.
What do graduates of Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University earn?
Median earnings: $18,027 six years after entry; $24,302 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
69.95% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Other/Unknown Programs (50 completions)
- CIP 161001 (10 completions)
- CIP 240199 (9 completions)
- Public Administration and Social Service (7 completions)
- CIP 529999 (7 completions)
- Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research (5 completions)
- Early Childhood Education & Teaching (4 completions)
- CIP 520301 (2 completions)
- CIP 520703 (2 completions)
- CIP 030299 (1 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 22.58%; median earnings $24,302 at 10 years; net price $8,657. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$6,030
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University was $6,030.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$8,657
2024 Value
In 2024 Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $8,657.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$34,628 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$8,657 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$24,120 4-Year Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
69.95% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
0.00% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
Not reported
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University was not reported in the College Scorecard extract for this institution.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $4,590 | $4,590 | $6,458 |
| 2014 | $4,590 | $4,590 | $5,981 |
| 2015 | $4,590 | $4,590 | $12,606 |
| 2016 | $4,590 | $4,590 | $10,331 |
| 2017 | $4,590 | $4,590 | $17,453 |
| 2018 | $4,590 | $4,590 | $2,247 |
| 2019 | $4,590 | $4,590 | $6,867 |
| 2020 | $4,590 | $4,590 | $7,702 |
| 2021 | $4,590 | $4,590 | $4,579 |
| 2022 | $6,030 | $6,030 | $11,060 |
| 2023 | $6,030 | $6,030 | $11,536 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
29.5% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University in 2024 is 176 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
100.0%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
0.00% 100% Completion Time
22.58% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 0.00% of students graduating from Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University.
Return on Investment
$24,302 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
601.80% Return on Investment
Financial value analysis for Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 Programs Reporting Data
CIP 16.1001: 10 completions
CIP 24.0199: 9 completions
Public Administration and Social Service: 7 completions
CIP 52.9999: 7 completions
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research: 5 completions
Early Childhood Education & Teaching: 4 completions
CIP 52.0301: 2 completions
CIP 52.0703: 2 completions
CIP 03.0299: 1 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 50 completions
Most popular programs at Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University graduates.
About
Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University is a public institution located in Hayward, WI, offering 13 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 176 students. The institution maintains a 22.58% graduation rate. Approximately 69.95% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Public
Location
Hayward, WI 54843
Region: Great Lakes
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 22.58% graduation rate at Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
FAQ
How much does Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $6,030 and average net price is $8,657 in the latest College Scorecard data.
What do graduates of Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University earn?
Median earnings are $18,027 six years after entry and $24,302 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 22.6% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How big is Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University?
Total enrollment is about 176 students in the latest reporting year.
Is Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University public or private?
Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University is a public institution located in Hayward, WI.
Is Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University an HBCU?
No. Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University a tribal college?
Yes. Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University is flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS (TRIBAL = Yes).
Is Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University does not meet that proxy (reported share 0.0%).
Is Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.