Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
59.41%
SAT Average
1,309
ACT Range
28-31
Lake Forest College Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 59.41%. This means approximately 594 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 1,782 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
59.41%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $54,202 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $54,202 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $68,191 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $27,499 | State avg: $15,478. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 35.15% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 70.82% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Lake Forest College Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$54,202
Room and board
$12,480
Books and supplies
$1,350
Other expenses
$3,318
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$68,191
Average net price
$27,499
Average aid coverage
60%
$40,692 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Lake Forest College pays approximately $27,499 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Illinois average of $15,478 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Lake Forest College?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Illinois and national averages.
Lake Forest College net price
$27,499
Illinois average
$15,478
National average
$17,506
Lake Forest College Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $54,202 and average net price at $27,499. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$54,202
Current net price
$27,499
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
70.42%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$61,825
Undergraduates
1,782
10-Year Median Earnings - Lake Forest College vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Lake Forest College graduates earn about 1.4x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Lake Forest College?
Undergraduates
1,782
Completion rate
70.42%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
35.15%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
70.82%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 35.15% of Lake Forest College students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 70.82% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Lake Forest College
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Lake Forest College's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Lake Forest College lists Higher Learning Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Lake Forest College is listed at 555 N Sheridan Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045-2338. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare Lake Forest College with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Forest College | 59.41% | $54,202 | $27,499 | $61,825 |
| University of Notre Dame - | Not available | Not available | Not available | $99,980 |
| Chamberlain University-Illinois | 88.57% | $20,604 | $26,933 | $92,405 |
| University of Chicago | 4.79% | $66,939 | $18,967 | $91,885 |
| Northwestern University | 7.15% | $65,997 | $27,143 | $89,363 |
Similar Schools in Lake Forest
This local cluster focuses on nearby Lake Forest schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Lake Forest.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Forest College's acceptance rate?
Lake Forest College's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 59.41%.
How much is Lake Forest College tuition?
Lake Forest College's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $54,202.
What is Lake Forest College's average net price?
Lake Forest College's average net price in the local dataset is $27,499.
What does Lake Forest College cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $19,067 for Lake Forest College students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Lake Forest College's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $61,825 for Lake Forest College.
Is Lake Forest College accredited?
Lake Forest College's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend Lake Forest College?
The local dataset lists 1,782 undergraduate students at Lake Forest College.
What percentage of Lake Forest College students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Lake Forest College in the local dataset is 35.15%.
What is the federal loan rate at Lake Forest College?
The federal loan rate for Lake Forest College in the local dataset is 70.82%.
Where should I verify Lake Forest College data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Lake Forest College or the latest official federal education data.