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College of Lake County

ยท Public University

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College of Lake County: the applicant's brief

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  1. The short answer

    College of Lake County is a public community college in the United States, with campuses in Grayslake, Waukegan, and Vernon Hills. It suits students who want transfer study, career preparation, adult basic education, or business training in the Chicago area.

  2. What you can study

    You can study across 42 programmes at bachelorโ€™s, masterโ€™s, and professional levels. Examples include Accounting, Artificial Intelligence and Data Science, Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence, Biblical Studies, Biochemistry, Biology, Business Management, Master of Business Administration, Chemistry, Computer Science, Master of Science in Computer Science, and Criminal Justice. The college also offers transfer programs, career programs, GED and adult basic education, non-credit and career development, and training for businesses.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should apply through the collegeโ€™s official admissions process and check the website for the current entry requirements, document list, and deadlines. Because programme and admission details can vary by course, confirm the requirements for your chosen award and whether any additional steps apply for international students.

  4. What it costs

    The college does not publish a tuition fee in the information available; confirm the current rate with its admissions office. Living costs will depend on the campus you attend and your housing choice in the greater Chicago area.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not published. Before applying, confirm the admissions requirements for international students, the documents needed, how your previous study will be assessed, and whether the programme you want is available at the campus you plan to use.

  6. How it compares

    Among 2,515 universities in the United States, College of Lake County stands out as a public community college rather than a large research university. Its mix of transfer study, career education, and adult learning makes it more practical for students who want flexible entry points and local campus access in the Chicago area.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them โ€” always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about College of Lake County

What type of institution is College of Lake County?

It is a public community college in the United States.

Where is the main campus?

The primary campus is in Grayslake, Illinois.

What other campuses does it have?

It has campuses in Waukegan and Vernon Hills.

How many programmes does it list?

It lists 42 programmes.

Overview

The College of Lake County, commonly referred to as CLC, is a public community college in Lake County, Illinois. CLC's primary campus is located in Grayslake and two other campuses exist in nearby Waukegan and Vernon Hills. It is located in the greater Chicago metro area and sits about 46 miles north of the city. In 1967, a referendum passed establishing the CLC community college district and classes began in 1969. It enrolls about 15,000 students in transfer programs, career programs, GED and adult basic education, non-credit and career development, and training for businesses.

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

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Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelorโ€™s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for United States.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance โ€” verify with official sources before applying.

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