Lakeland University

Private nonprofit four-year university in Plymouth, WI that costs an average of $23,722 a year after financial aid, admits 86% of applicants and graduates 38% of full-time students.

Net price / year
$23,722
Acceptance rate
86%
Graduation rate
38%
Earnings after 10 yrs
$61,368

Private nonprofitRural (fringe)1,212 undergraduates

Cost of Lakeland University

Total cost of attendance (per year)$49,071
Tuition and fees, in-state$34,516
Housing and food (on campus)$12,908
Books and supplies$1,100
Average net price after aid$23,722

Net price by family income

Family incomeAverage net price / year
$0–30,000$20,792
$30,001–48,000$18,135
$48,001–75,000$20,738
$75,001–110,000$23,437
$110,001+$28,531

Net price is what students actually pay after grants and scholarships. Get your own estimate with Lakeland University's net price calculator ↗.

Admissions

Acceptance rate86%
Test scoresNeither required nor recommended

Graduation, earnings and debt

Graduation rate38%
First-year retention63%
Median earnings 6 years after enrolling$52,965
Median earnings 10 years after enrolling$61,368
Rank in Wisconsin (earnings)15th of 36 similar colleges
Median debt of graduates$25,000
Typical monthly loan payment$284 (10-year plan)
Students with Pell grants27%
Students with federal loans43%

Majors and programs at Lakeland University

Earnings one year after graduation and median debt, by program. Click a program for details and comparisons.

Bachelor's degree programs (31)

ProgramGraduates (2 yrs)Earnings after 1 yrMedian debt
Computer and Information Sciences82$69,174$20,708
Business Administration, Management and Operations249$59,302$25,000
Accounting and Related Services122$58,405$23,354
Psychology74$47,089$27,000
Marketing25$46,788$26,900
Applied Mathematics1——
Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology1——
Biology9——
Chemistry3——
Communication and Media Studies11——
Community Organization and Advocacy———
Criminology23——
Design and Applied Arts11——
English Language and Literature5——
Fine and Studio Arts———
Food Science and Technology6——
Health and Medical Administrative Services———
History8——
Hospitality Administration/Management5——
International Business———
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities———
Management Information Systems and Services11——
Mathematics3——
Music2——
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing15——
Religion/Religious Studies———
Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies7——
Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics2——
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness36—$26,000
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods28——
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas16——

Associate's degree programs (2)

ProgramGraduates (2 yrs)Earnings after 1 yrMedian debt
Biology———
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities6——

Master's degree programs (5)

ProgramGraduates (2 yrs)Earnings after 1 yrMedian debt
Business Administration, Management and Operations218$81,956$34,142
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions86$53,758$61,500
Student Counseling and Personnel Services39$46,935$48,950
Education3——
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas17——

Graduate certificate programs (4)

ProgramGraduates (2 yrs)Earnings after 1 yrMedian debt
Accounting and Related Services1——
Business Administration, Management and Operations1——
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions———
Student Counseling and Personnel Services1——

Similar colleges in Wisconsin

CollegeCityNet price / yrAcceptanceEarnings
Viterbo UniversityLa Crosse$22,79772%$65,641
Edgewood UniversityMadison$28,48776%$64,869
Lawrence UniversityAppleton$22,75864%$59,025
Marian UniversityFond Du Lac$22,22575%$59,860
Wisconsin Lutheran CollegeMilwaukee$24,76178%$68,940
Beloit CollegeBeloit$23,21663%$59,443
Saint Norbert CollegeDe Pere$28,82286%$62,317
Milwaukee Institute of Art & DesignMilwaukee$28,12961%$47,843

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About Lakeland University

TypePrivate nonprofit four-year university
LocationPlymouth, WI
SettingRural (fringe)
Undergraduates1,212
Student-to-faculty ratio12 to 1
AccreditorHigher Learning Commission
Websitelakeland.edu ↗

Frequently asked questions

What is Lakeland University's acceptance rate?

Lakeland University admits 86% of applicants.

How much does Lakeland University cost per year?

The full cost of attendance is $49,071 a year (tuition and fees: $34,516). After grants and scholarships the average student pays $23,722 a year, and students from families earning under $30,000 pay about $20,792.

How much do Lakeland University graduates earn?

Former students earn a median of $61,368 a year, 10 years after first enrolling — 15th of 36 similar colleges in Wisconsin. The best-paid bachelor's program is computer and information sciences ($69,174 a year after graduation).

What is Lakeland University's graduation rate?

38% of full-time students graduate within six years, and 63% of first-year students return for a second year.