- Lakeshore College, formerly known as Lakeshore Technical College, is a public community and technical college located in Cleveland, Wisconsin. Serving over 8,000 students annually, the college offers more than 70 programs, including associate degrees, technical diplomas, and certificates across fields such as healthcare, business, manufacturing, and information technology. With campuses in Cleveland, Sheboygan, and Manitowoc, Lakeshore emphasizes hands-on learning and maintains strong partnerships with local industries to align its curriculum with workforce needs. Graduates report a 96% employment rate within six months, with a median salary of $55,698.
School Highlights
Lakeshore College serves 4,871 students (10% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the state community college average of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the state average of 35%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 4,871 students
- In-state tuition: $3,984
- Out-state tuition: $5,872
- Student:teacher ratio: 13:1
- Minority enrollment: 26%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Lakeshore College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Debt For Students
School Overview
The teacher population of 287 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Lakeshore College
(WI) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Career & Technical-High Nontraditional
Associate's Colleges: High Career & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
287 staff
419 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Lakeshore College has grown by 83% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 has increased from 8:1 over five years.
The Lakeshore College diversity score of 0.42 is less than the state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has grown by 20% over five years.
Total Enrollment
4,871 students
5,183 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
# Full-Time Students
486 students
798 students
# Part-Time Students
4,385 students
4,385 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
487 students
373 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
486 students
798 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
27 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
4,624 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
15 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
148 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
8%
4%
% Hispanic
9%
10%
% Black
3%
9%
% White
74%
65%
% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
% Two or more races
2%
3%
% Unknown races
3%
8%
Diversity Score
0.42
0.55
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
48%
48%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
22%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$35,200
$34,300
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $3,984 is less than the state average of $4,194. The in-state tuition has declined by 9% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $5,872 is less than the state average of $6,373. The out-state tuition has declined by 9% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,984
$4,194
Out-State Tuition Fees
$5,872
$6,373
Tuition Notes
plus material and st
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
68%
76%
Median Debt for Graduates
$7,000
$11,250
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,023
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
88%
ACT Composite
n/a
21
ACT English
n/a
19
ACT Math
n/a
20
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Lakeshore College, formerly known as Lakeshore Technical College, is a public community and technical college located in Cleveland, Wisconsin. Serving over 8,000 students annually, the college offers more than 70 programs, including associate degrees, technical diplomas, and certificates across fields such as healthcare, business, manufacturing, and information technology. With campuses in Cleveland, Sheboygan, and Manitowoc, Lakeshore emphasizes hands-on learning and maintains strong partnerships with local industries to align its curriculum with workforce needs. Graduates report a 96% employment rate within six months, with a median salary of $55,698.Lakeshore College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Lakeshore College cost?
Lakeshore College's tuition is approximately $3,984 for In-State students and $5,872 for Out-State students.
What is Lakeshore College's ranking?
Lakeshore College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Wisconsin for: Least debt for graduating students.
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