I Am a Future Student
Get ready to chart your own course.
Welcome to Lake Land College—your starting point for discovering who you are and where you want to go. From your first day on campus, you’ll find your place and experience hands-on learning, caring instructors and high-demand programs that will prepare you for whatever path you choose.
Why Choose Lake Land?
Career-Focused Programs: Gain the skills you need for your next step, whether you’re entering the workforce or transferring to a four-year school.
Engaged Faculty: Learn in small classes from instructors who care about your success.
Quality That’s Affordable: Get a college education without breaking the bank, with financial aid, grants and scholarship opportunities.
Resources You Can Rely On: Access career services, tutoring, mental health support and more.
Take the Next Step
Visit Our Campus
Schedule a personal tour or attend a Laker Visit Day.
Explore Your Options
Discover a wide range of majors, degrees and certificates.
Join the Laker Community
Find where you belong with more than 30 clubs and organizations.
Ready to Become a Laker?
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Apply Now
It’s easy to become a Laker! The first step is to create your Laker Profile then submit the free Application.
Undecided about your major? Explore the 150 majors we offer.
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Send Transcripts
Send an official copy of your transcripts to:
Lake Land College Admissions & Records
5001 Lake Land Blvd.
Mattoon, IL 61938
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Submit Test Scores
Submit your ACT/SAT scores online through the ACT and SAT websites and/or take the college placement test. The placement test consists of math, reading and English.
Exemption from the reading requirement may be obtained if you have earned 30 hours of college coursework in good standing from a regionally accredited college or university. To obtain this waiver, you must have an official transcript sent to Admissions & Records.
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Apply for Financial Aid
Apply for financial aid by completing the FAFSA. It is recommended that all students complete a FAFSA for the purposes of grants or loans. Lake Land College’s code is 007644.
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Complete the Foundation Scholarship Application
It is a good idea to apply for the Lake Land College Foundation Scholarship by submitting an application. Applications are due by 5 p.m. February 1 for the following academic year.
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New Student Orientation
You can expect to receive information about orientation beginning in March for summer and/or fall enrollment and October for spring enrollment. If you are not required to attend orientation, contact Counseling Services at 217-234-5232 for registration information.