Lake Region State College

1801 College Dr N
Devils Lake, ND 58301

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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 1,982 students (26% of students are full-time).

The college's student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the state community college average of 11:1.

Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the state average of 26%.

Quick Stats (2022-23)

Enrollment: 1,982 students
In-state tuition: $4,074
Out-state tuition: $4,074
Student:teacher ratio: 17:1
Minority enrollment: 20%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Lake Region State College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:

School Overview

The teacher population of 116 teachers has grown by 87% over five years.

Lake Region State College

(ND) Community College Avg.

Carnegie Classification

Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High Nontraditional

Institution Level

At least 2 but less than 4 years

Institution Control

Public

Total Faculty

116 staff

99 staff

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School Calendar

Link to School Calendar

Student Body

The student population of Lake Region State College has stayed relatively flat over five years.

The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 has decreased from 50:1 over five years.

The Lake Region State College diversity score of 0.35 is less than the state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.

Total Enrollment

1,982 students

1,131 students

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Student : Teacher Ratio

17:1

11:1

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# Full-Time Students

515 students

# Part-Time Students

1,467 students

616 students

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Total Dormitory Capacity

203 students

259 students

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% American Indian/Alaskan

% Asian

% Hispanic

% Black

% White

80%

74%

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% Two or more races

% Non Resident races

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% Unknown races

10%

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Diversity Score

0.35

0.44

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College Completion Rate

40%

39%

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Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)

$38,300

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $4,074 is less than the state average of $4,270. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.

The public out-state tuition of $4,074 is less than the state average of $7,571. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.

In-State Tuition Fees

$4,074

$4,270

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Out-State Tuition Fees

$4,074

$7,571

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Tuition Notes

3065

% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid

90%

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Median Debt for Graduates

$9,275

$11,000

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Median Debt for Dropouts

$5,500

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Source: 2020 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

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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Quick Stats (2022-23)

Enrollment: 1,982 students
In-state tuition: $4,074
Out-state tuition: $4,074
Student:teacher ratio: 17:1
Minority enrollment: 20%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Did You Know?

For North Dakota public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $4,270 per year for in-state students and $7,571 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $10,764 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

North Dakota community colleges have a diversity score of 0.44, which is lower than the national average of 0.71. The most diverse community college in North Dakota is Rasmussen College-North Dakota. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.