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Lake Forest College

Lake Forest, IL · Private nonprofit · Large suburb · Website

Lake Forest College campus
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Admission rate
57%
Accessible
Average net price
$24,987
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
73%
Median earnings
$70,470
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Lake Forest College is a private nonprofit college in Lake Forest, IL with 1,813 undergraduates. It admits 57% of applicants, and admitted students average 1343 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $24,987 per year ($16,922 for families earning under $30,000). 73% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $70,470 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
57%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
4,811
Fall 2023
Admitted
2,858
Fall 2023
Yield
15%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing600–713
200800
SAT Math590–680
200800
ACT Composite28–32
136

What Lake Forest College looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkRequired
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementRequired
  • RecommendationsRequired
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusConsidered
  • Work experienceConsidered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$70,968
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$58,902

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$16,922
  • $30–48k$17,334
  • $48–75k$17,492
  • $75–110k$21,622
  • $110k+$33,218

Get a personal estimate with Lake Forest College's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
73%
Freshman retention
90%
Median earnings
$70,470
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$26,250
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
1,813
Student–faculty ratio
13:1
Receive Pell grants
34%
  • White47%
  • Hispanic18%
  • Black3%
  • Asian6%

Lake Forest College FAQ

What is Lake Forest College's acceptance rate?+

Lake Forest College admits 57% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for Lake Forest College?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 600–713 on SAT Reading and Writing and 590–680 on SAT Math; the average total is 1343.

What ACT score do you need for Lake Forest College?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 28–32.

Is Lake Forest College test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Lake Forest College?+

In Fall 2023, 4,811 students applied to Lake Forest College and 2,858 were admitted; 425 enrolled.

Does Lake Forest College consider legacy status?+

Yes. Lake Forest College reported that legacy status is considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Lake Forest College require an essay?+

Lake Forest College reported that an essay or personal statement is required for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Lake Forest College cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $70,968 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $24,987.

What is Lake Forest College's graduation rate?+

73% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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