Lake Region State College
Tel:
(701)662-1600
- Lake Region State College is a student-centered, open access, comprehensive community college within the North Dakota University System. The College provides quality academic education, vocational/technical training, workforce training, educational outreach opportunities, and life-long learning.
School Highlights
- Lake Region State College serves 1,988 students (27% of students are full-time).
- The college's student:teacher ratio of 50:1 is higher than the state community college average of 21:1.
- Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority American and Black), which is more than the state average of 15%.
- Lake Region State College is the only community colleges within Ramsey County, ND.
- The nearest community college is Dakota College at Bottineau (87.00 miles away).
School Overview
- The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 33% over five years.
| Lake Region State College | (ND) Community College Avg. | |
| Institution Level | At least 2 but less than 4 years | At least 2 but less than 4 years |
| Institution Control | Public | Public |
| Total Faculty | 40 staff | 40 staff |
| Total Enrollment | 1,988 students | 965 students |
 | ||
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 50:1 | 21:1 |
| # Full-Time Students | 530 students | 530 students |
| # Part-Time Students | 1,458 students | 435 students |
 |  | |
| Total Dormitory Capacity | 212 | 240 |
| % American Indian/Alaskan | 4% | 2% |
| % Asian | - | - |
| % Hispanic | 2% | 3% |
| % Black | 4% | 3% |
| % White | 84% | 85% |
| % Two or more races | 2% | 2% |
| % Non Resident races | 2% | 1% |
| % Unknown races | 2% | 4% |
 |  | |
| Diversity Score | 0.29 | 0.27 |
 | ||
| College Completion Rate | 41% | 35% |
| Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years) | $38,300 | $38,300 |
Source: 2016 (or latest year available) IPEDS
School Notes
- Lake Region State College is a two-year comprehensive community college within the North Dakota University System. The college is a northeast North Dakota leader in preparing students of all ages for entering the workforce, career advancement, or making career changes. Our programs provide cutting-edge equipment and facilities ranging from computer labs to modern automotive and diesel diagnostic equipment. We offer traditional programs in business-related areas; new programs in nursing, and American sign language and interpretive studies; and a unique program in simulator maintenance, preparing students for high paying jobs with commercial airlines, defense contractors, or amusement parks. Founded in 1941, Lake Region State College is a vivrant multi-campus college with a diverse student body. We have over 1400 students spread out across the state and across the globe. The Devils Lake campus is our main campus and houses most of our administrative offices. We have residential housing available to students. Students especially appreciate being able to go from their dorm rooms to class without having to go outside. The college is set in a rural area, yet there is plenty to do. The college offers a wide range of cultural activities, sports, weight rooms, clubs, and job opportunities for students. The college provides academic courses and programs that lead to an Associate in Arts degree, meet the North Dakota University System General Education requirements, and allow for seamless transfer to baccalaureate-granting institutions. Lake Region State College programs and courses are accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and approved by the North Dakota State Board of Higher Education.
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