Lakeland University
Lakeland University is a private research university in Plymouth, Wisconsin, enrolling about 1,212 students. Admission is moderately selective, with an acceptance rate of about 86.28% in federal reporting data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $55,961 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $33,396
- 2024 Average Net Price: $24,212 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 86.28% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,212 57.7% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 42.45%
Lakeland University: what the data shows
Common questions about Lakeland University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Lakeland University?
Lakeland University is located in Plymouth, WI (ZIP 53073).
Is Lakeland University public or private?
Lakeland University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Lakeland University cost?
Published tuition: $33,396.
Average net price after aid: $24,212.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $22,453 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $22,030 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $20,124 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $24,332 |
| $110,001+ | $28,054 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $133,584.
How hard is it to get into Lakeland University?
Admission rate: 86.28%.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Lakeland University?
Total enrollment: 1,212 students.
About 58% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Lakeland University?
150%-time completion rate: 42.45%.
First-year retention: 63.3%.
What do graduates of Lakeland University earn?
Median earnings: $49,546 six years after entry; $55,961 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $25,000.
25.15% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Lakeland University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Other/Unknown Programs (539 completions)
- CIP 520299 (204 completions)
- CIP 520301 (53 completions)
- General Psychology (41 completions)
- Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services (40 completions)
- CIP 511508 (36 completions)
- Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods (22 completions)
- CIP 131101 (20 completions)
- Social Sciences - 45.0401 (15 completions)
- Casino Operations and Services (12 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Lakeland University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 86.28%; completion rate 42.45%; median earnings $55,961 at 10 years; net price $24,212. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$33,396
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Lakeland University was $33,396.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$24,212
2024 Value
In 2024 Lakeland University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $24,212.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$96,848 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$24,212 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$133,584 4-Year Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for Lakeland University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
25.15% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
44.65% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Lakeland University was 0.00%.
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 Lakeland 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 | $22,950 | $22,950 | $18,669 |
| 2014 | $24,090 | $24,090 | $20,575 |
| 2015 | $25,050 | $25,050 | $20,646 |
| 2016 | $26,560 | $26,560 | $21,229 |
| 2017 | $27,760 | $27,760 | $20,281 |
| 2018 | $28,870 | $28,870 | $20,351 |
| 2019 | $29,880 | $29,880 | $20,687 |
| 2020 | $30,777 | $30,777 | $23,026 |
| 2021 | $31,316 | $31,316 | $21,396 |
| 2022 | $31,786 | $31,786 | $21,577 |
| 2023 | $32,286 | $32,286 | $22,092 |
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
86.28% Acceptance Rate
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
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
57.7% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Lakeland University in 2024 is 1,212 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
63.3%
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
33.96% 100% Completion Time
42.45% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 33.96% of students graduating from Lakeland University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Lakeland University.
Return on Investment
$25,000 Median Student Debt
$55,961 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
44.67% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
477.82% Return on Investment
4.5 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Lakeland University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 Programs Reporting Data
CIP 52.0299: 204 completions
CIP 52.0301: 53 completions
General Psychology: 41 completions
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services: 40 completions
CIP 51.1508: 36 completions
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods: 22 completions
CIP 13.1101: 20 completions
Social Sciences - 45.0401: 15 completions
Casino Operations and Services: 12 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 539 completions
Most popular programs at Lakeland University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Lakeland University graduates.
About
Lakeland University is a private non-profit institution located in Plymouth, WI, offering 33 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 1,212 students. The admission rate is 86.28%. The institution maintains a 42.45% graduation rate. Approximately 25.15% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Location
Plymouth, WI 53073
Region: Great Lakes
Insights and Analysis
Lakeland University provides educational opportunities for students seeking higher education. Prospective students should carefully evaluate all factors including costs, outcomes, and program offerings when making their enrollment decisions.
FAQ
How much does Lakeland University cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $33,396 and average net price is $24,212 in the latest College Scorecard data.
How hard is it to get into Lakeland University?
The admission rate is 86.3% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data.
What do graduates of Lakeland University earn?
Median earnings are $49,546 six years after entry and $55,961 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Lakeland University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 42.4% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Lakeland University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $25,000.
How big is Lakeland University?
Total enrollment is about 1,212 students in the latest reporting year.
Is Lakeland University public or private?
Lakeland University is a private nonprofit institution located in Plymouth, WI.
Is Lakeland University an HBCU?
No. Lakeland University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Lakeland University a tribal college?
No. Lakeland University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Lakeland University a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Lakeland University does not meet that proxy (reported share 9.3%).
Is Lakeland University religiously affiliated?
Yes. IPEDS reports a religious affiliation for Lakeland University: United Church of Christ.
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.