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Private Nonprofit4-year

Lake Erie College

Painesville, Ohio Β· Suburb: LargeOfficial Website β†—

#3917
Nationally
#174
In Ohio
64%
Acceptance Rate
Nat'l avg 70%
$34,596
Annual Tuition
per year
42%
6-Year Grad Rate
Nat'l avg 63%
744
Undergrad Enrollment
Under 1,000
Overall Score & Rankings
40/100
Average
#3917 nationally
#174 in Ohio
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes42
πŸ’°Affordability65
🎯Selectivity24
πŸ“šAcademic Environment10
πŸ”¬Program Breadth52

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology β†’

Lake Erie College is a private nonprofit four-year university located in Painesville, Ohio. With 744 undergraduate students enrolled and an acceptance rate of 64%, the institution is considered moderately selective. Annual tuition is $34,596, below average for private colleges. Families earning under $30,000 a year pay an average net price of $17,737 after grants and scholarships β€” reflecting aid availability at the institution. The six-year graduation rate is 42%, which is average compared to the national average of 63%.

Admissions
Acceptance Rate64%↑ Above avg
National avg: 70%
1,193
Applied
765
Admitted
187
Enrolled
SAT Score Range (Middle 50%)
SAT Reading485 – 560
Middle 50% of admitted students (max 800)
SAT Math460 – 555
Middle 50% of admitted students (max 800)
ACT Score Range (Middle 50%)18 – 24
Cost & Financial Aid
Annual Tuition$34,596/yr
Room & Board$12,812/yr
Total Cost of Attendance$48,844/yr
Tuition vs National Avg$34,596↑ Above avg
National avg: $38,768
Net Price After Aid by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants & scholarships, by family income

$0 – $30,000$17,737
$30,001 – $48,000$17,241
$48,001 – $75,000$21,328
$75,001 – $110,000$22,938
Over $110,000$24,070
Graduation Outcomes
6-Year Graduation Rate42%↓ Below avg
National avg: 63%

The six-year graduation rate measures students who earn their degree within 150% of normal time (6 years for a 4-year program). It is the federal standard for comparing outcomes across institutions.

Student Body
744
Total Undergrads
43% F / 57% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 55%
Hispanic 9%
Black 13%
Asian 1%
Two or more 2%
International 4%
Native / Other 2%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Tuition ($34,596/yr) is well below the national average for private nonprofit colleges
  • βœ“Small campus environment (744 students) β€” more personal attention and close-knit community
Consider
  • Β·Graduation rate of 42% is below the national average β€” research completion support services
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for students who prefer smaller class sizes and closer faculty relationships.

Institution Profile
Type4-year
ControlPrivate Nonprofit
LocationPainesville, Ohio
SettingSuburb: Large
SizeUnder 1,000
Affordability Spotlight
$17,737
avg net price/yr for families earning under $30K

Net price is what you actually pay after grants and scholarships β€” not the sticker price. File the FAFSA every year to maximize your aid package.

State Ranking
#174
in Ohio out of 7+ colleges
#3917
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.