College of Lake County Tuition, Completion & Outcomes (2026)
College of Lake County is a public certificate and vocational school in Grayslake, Illinois, serving roughly 9,420 students. Programs focus on certificates and workforce credentials that prepare students for skilled trades and technical careers. Typical net price after grant aid is about $7,607 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $4,788. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $43,424 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $4,788
- 2024 Average Net Price: $7,607 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 9,420 37.3% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 37.35%
- Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Nontraditional
- First-Generation Students: 52.0%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 7.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 3.2% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 27.5%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 23,769
- Room & Board: $16,800 annual estimate
College of Lake County: what the data shows
Common questions about College of Lake County, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is College of Lake County?
College of Lake County is located in Grayslake, IL (ZIP 60030-1198).
NCES locale classification: Rural fringe.
Is College of Lake County public or private?
College of Lake County is a Public institution.
How much does College of Lake County cost?
Published tuition: $4,788 in-state, $14,400 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $7,607.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $6,096 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $6,786 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $8,678 |
| $110,001+ | $11,025 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $19,152.
How big is College of Lake County?
Total enrollment: 9,420 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 23,769 students.
About 37% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at College of Lake County?
150%-time completion rate: 37.35%.
First-year retention: 71.5%.
What do graduates of College of Lake County earn?
Median earnings: $36,407 six years after entry; $43,424 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $8,735.
24.15% of students receive Pell grants.
What is College of Lake County known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (1,587 completions)
- Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide (587 completions)
- Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician (335 completions)
- Medical Reception/Receptionist (225 completions)
- Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (215 completions)
- 05.1081 (197 completions)
- Child Care Provider/Assistant (152 completions)
- Biological and Physical Sciences (135 completions)
- Welding Technology/Welder (118 completions)
- Information Technology (93 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is College of Lake County a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 37.35%; median earnings $43,424 at 10 years; net price $7,607. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$4,788
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at College of Lake County was $4,788.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$7,607
2024 Value
In 2024 College of Lake County had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $7,607.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$30,428 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$7,607 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$19,152 4-Year In-State Tuition
$57,600 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$16,800 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,680 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$23,268 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$93,072 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for College of Lake County.
Financial Aid by Income Level
24.15% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
2.02% 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 College of Lake County 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 College of Lake County 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 | $3,136 | $9,590 | $4,581 |
| 2014 | $3,388 | $10,262 | $4,709 |
| 2015 | $3,612 | $11,046 | $4,613 |
| 2016 | $3,780 | $11,564 | $4,639 |
| 2017 | $3,864 | $11,872 | $4,355 |
| 2018 | $3,948 | $12,236 | $4,928 |
| 2019 | $4,032 | $12,530 | $4,735 |
| 2020 | $4,116 | $12,824 | $4,989 |
| 2021 | $4,116 | $12,824 | $6,235 |
| 2022 | $4,200 | $13,118 | $6,018 |
| 2023 | $4,494 | $14,036 | $6,212 |
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.
Acceptance Rate & 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 & Student Demographics
College of Lake County reported total enrollment of about 9,420 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 45% male and 55% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Hispanic or Latino (48.2%), White (30.4%), and Black or African American (7.3%). About 24.15% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 52.0% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
37.3% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at College of Lake County in 2024 is 9,420 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 23,769 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
71.5%
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.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is Hispanic or Latino at 48.2%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
22.39% 100% Completion Time
37.35% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 22.39% of students graduating from College of Lake County completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 38% male / 62% female
- Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide: 15% male / 85% female
- Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician: 93% male / 7% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: Hispanic or Latino.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for College of Lake County.
Return on Investment
$8,735 Median Student Debt
$43,424 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
20.12% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
1327.11% Return on Investment
2.0 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for College of Lake County.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 78 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 1,587 completions
2. Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide: 587 completions
3. Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician: 335 completions
4. Medical Reception/Receptionist: 225 completions
5. Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician: 215 completions
6. 05.1081: 197 completions
7. Child Care Provider/Assistant: 152 completions
8. Biological and Physical Sciences: 135 completions
9. Welding Technology/Welder: 118 completions
Most popular programs at College of Lake County.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for College of Lake County graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for College of Lake County from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 27.5%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $12,712
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $7,564
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
College of Lake County is a public institution located in Grayslake, IL, classified as Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Nontraditional. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide, Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician. Enrollment is approximately 9,420 students. Student body composition includes Hispanic or Latino (48.2%), White (30.4%), Black or African American (7.3%). The 150%-time completion rate is 37.35%. Approximately 24.15% of students receive Pell Grants. About 52.0% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Nontraditional
Location
Grayslake, IL 60030-1198
Region: Great Lakes
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 37.35% graduation rate at College of Lake County falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 78 distinct degree programs, College of Lake County provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is College of Lake County located?
College of Lake County is located in Grayslake, IL.
How much does College of Lake County cost?
Reported tuition is $4,788 and average net price is $7,607 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $16,800 annually.
What is the student body demographics at College of Lake County?
College of Lake County reports undergraduate enrollment of about 23,769 students, Hispanic or Latino (48.2%), White (30.4%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend College of Lake County?
About 52.0% of students at College of Lake County are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of College of Lake County earn?
Median earnings are $36,407 six years after entry and $43,424 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at College of Lake County?
The 150%-time completion rate is 37.4% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do College of Lake County students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $8,735.
Is College of Lake County public or private?
College of Lake County is a public institution located in Grayslake, IL.
Is College of Lake County an HBCU?
No. College of Lake County is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is College of Lake County a tribal college?
No. College of Lake County is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is College of Lake County a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
By the common federal eligibility proxy used here (≥25% Hispanic enrollment in College Scorecard), yes—College of Lake County reports 48.2% Hispanic enrollment share.
Is College of Lake County religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for College of Lake County 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
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- Illinois colleges by ROI
- Illinois trade schools profile
- Great Lakes regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Illinois
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.