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|About LLC Lake Land College is the #1 choice for area high school students going to college.

|Creating Your FutureLake Land College is just the beginning of your future. Whether you want to begin a bachelor’s degree or immediately enter the workforce, we will help you create a personalized plan for success. With our small class sizes you will build relationships with your instructors and they will know you by name!

Why does this matter? They’re the ones who will help you after class with a tricky assignment, guide you into your future, and most importantly, connect you to your next step.

The Best Education You’ll receive a nationally recognized quality education that is proven in the success of our graduates. Each year, our grads outperform their peers when they transfer to four-year universities and on professional licensing exams.

Beginning with new student orientation until you graduate, you’ll have one-on-one meetings with academic advisors.

Our faculty members are networked with university admissions staff and area businesses. They know the transfer requirements for your degree; they know people at the companies hiring new employees; and they will use these resources to help you reach your goals.

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“I am currently a junior majoring in Civil Engineering at the University of Illinois, which is one of the best schools for engineering in the nation. That has been made possible thanks to the quality instruction and excellent education I received at Lake Land College. My mind has been engaged and my life has been changed through the power of learning.”

— Joseph Bongungu Lake Land College Alumnus University of Illinois student majoring in Civil Engineering

|About LLC More than 90% of students feel they are prepared for continued success at the university level after attending Lake Land College.

|Academic ExcellenceTransfer Ready LLC participates in the statewide Illinois Articulation Initiative to ensure courses transfer to four-year universities. The course rigor and support offered by faculty ensures you will be ready for the next level of courses when you transfer to a university setting.

As soon as you choose your transfer institution, Lake Land College academic advisors will help you create a personalized path to make sure the courses you are taking will be accepted by that university. Our counselors and faculty regularly meet with university peers to make sure our programs and courses are relevant and transferable.

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Program graduates do as good as or better than their peers on state licensure exams.

|Workforce ReadyStudents in Workforce Ready programs receive hands-on training on the latest technology, software and equipment available in the industry—often times more advanced than area businesses. Employment Connections Workforce Ready faculty members are networked with their industries and connect students to internships and employment opportunities. Area professionals are invited to campus each year to review curriculum and ensure that it is relevant to current workforce demands.

Workforce Ready graduates enter the job market with valuable, hands-on skills and knowledge. Lake Land alumni are leading regional companies, starting their own small businesses and contributing to the growth of nine out of 10 of the businesses you frequent in your community.

|About LLC 88% of our graduates say Lake Land College prepared them for their career path.

|Real World Experience Students in Workforce Ready programs do more than just study their field—they experience it! Advanced features offered at Lake Land include:

Patient Simulator in Nursing & EMS

Dental Hygiene Client Clinic

Cosmetology Client Clinic

Automotive Lab

Welding Lab

Labs in Computer Aided Design, Computer Integrated Manufacturing, Computer Numerical Control (CAD, CIM and CNC)

3-D Printer

Wind Turbines & Solar Panels

Office Technology Simulation Lab

Digital Media/Videography Studio

Massage Therapy Client Clinic

Agriculture Workforce Ready Ag Power Technology Agriculture Business & Supply Agriculture Production & Management Alternative Ag Production Crop Production Horticulture Horticultural Production & Landscape John Deere Tech Livestock Production

Transfer ReadyAgriculture Pre-Veterinary Medicine

Allied HealthWorkforce Ready Associate Degree in Nursing Basic Nurse Assisting Dental Hygiene Emergency Medical ServicesFire Science TechnologyMassage Therapy Paramedical Services Physical Therapist Assistant Practical Nursing

BusinessWorkforce Ready Accounting Administrative Assistant

Executive • Legal • MedicalComputer Applications Specialist Cosmetology Cosmetology—Nail Technology Cosmetology Teacher Desktop Publishing/Graphic DesignE-Commerce Marketing EntrepreneurshipEsthetics Health Information & Medical CodingInformation Technology

Computer Applications • Computer Game Development • Digital Media Specialist • Network Administration • Programming • Web Technology

Management Marketing Medical Coding Specialist Medical Transcriptionist Office Assistant/Receptionist Office Management Office Technology Skills

General • Medical • MOSProfessional Sales

Transfer ReadyBusiness Administration

Accounting • Finance • Management • Marketing

Business Education

Humanities & Communications Workforce Ready Radio/TV Broadcasting Broadcast Announcing Radio Broadcasting TV Field/Studio Production Transfer Ready Art English Liberal Arts Speech Communication

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Math & ScienceWorkforce Ready Geospatial Technology

Transfer ReadyBiological Science (Non-Teaching) Chemistry Clinical Laboratory Science Conservation—Pre-ForestryConservation—Pre-WildlifeEarth Science Engineering Environmental Science Mathematics Physics Pre-Chiropractic Pre-Dentistry Pre-Engineering Pre-Medicine Pre-Nursing Pre-Pharmacy Pre-Physical Therapy

Social Science & Education Workforce Ready Child & Family Services Early Childhood Care & Education Human Services Paraprofessional Education— Teacher Aide Nanny Child Care Provider Transfer Ready Criminal Justice Early Childhood Education Economics Elementary Education Health Education History Mathematics Education Physical Education Political Science Psychology Recreation Science Education Sociology/Social Work Special Education

Technology Workforce Ready Advanced Automation & Control Technology Automotive Mechanic Automotive Technology Building Construction Technology Civil Engineering Technology Civil Engineering Technology Co-op CNC Operator CNC Programmer Computer Integrated Manufacturing Technology Computer-Aided Design Computer-Aided Drafting Computer Technician Computer Troubleshooting Electronic Communication Technician Electronic Control Technology Electronic System Specialist Heating, Venting, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Technology Industrial Maintenance Instrumentation & Control Technology Mechanical Electrical Technology Programmable Logic Controllers Renewable Energy Renewable Energy Management Residential Wiring Sustainable Energy Welding Transfer Ready Civil Engineering Technology/ Advanced Technical Studies Electronic Engineering Technology

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|A Future You Can AffordLake Land College is more than just one of the most affordable higher education options for you. It’s the place where you can earn a college degree that will benefit you for the rest of your life. It’s an investment with an enormous return no one can ever take away from you.

Why is LLC so Affordable? Everyone, from the Board of Trustees to our faculty and employees, is dedicated to keeping our tuition and fees affordable to you! We seek new programs and markets, have an entrepreneurial spirit and encourage innovation to generate savings, all the while working together to provide a quality education to our students.

Everyone applying for financial aid must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) each academic year. Families are encouraged to complete the form in January to be eligible for financial aid from the state of Illinois Monetary Award Program (MAP). Federal financial aid, known as a PELL grant, is considered throughout the year. Lake Land College’s code is 007644.

Same Degree, Different Price Students who begin their bachelor’s degree at Lake Land College and live at home will save an average of $43,400.

|About LLC 75% of Lake Land College students who apply for financial aid receive it.

$20,000 in savings for your future!

2 years at Lake Land College

$6,600

2 years at a University

$26,600

Our textbook rental system saves you $1,700 per year!

Lake Land College’s textbook rental system saves you $1,700 a year!

Average tuition costs per year

Savingsfor your future

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville $10,217source: www.529prepaidtuition.org/PlansAndPricing/CollegeTuitionCostandFees.html

Envision. Educate. Engage. for a Sustainable Future

Lake Land’s 317—acre campus is a living laboratory for students interested in sustainability.

The college has four wind turbines, numerous solar panels and is home to one of the largest geothermal well fields in the country.

The Envision, Educate, Engage initiative saves the college $300,000 per year which translates into cost savings for students.

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|Helping You Afford College

Net Price Calculator Check out the Net Price Calculator on our Financial Aid website. Answer a series of questions and you’ll learn what you might expect in terms of financial aid.

Financial Aid Navigation Advisors are excited to help you navigate the financial aid process. Watch for Financial Aid and FAFSA Completion Nights held in your community.

Payment Plan The plan allows you to make monthly payments throughout the semester. There is a small fee to use this service, but no interest is charged.

Lake Land College Foundation Scholarships The Foundation awards hundreds of scholarships each year. Applications are due March 1.

“I chose Lake Land College because of the scholarships and leadership opportunities and the one-on-one attention that has helped me excel in my studies.”

—Hilary Rhode Lake Land College Alumna Eastern Illinois University student majoring in Hospitality Management

Lake Land offers free parking, tutoring, WIFI, printing and gym memberships to students.

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|About LLC There are more than 30 clubs to join at Lake Land College.

|Service and LeadershipYou will have many opportunities to develop your leadership skills and become involved in campus life. Opportunities include:

Student Government Association

Student Activity Board

Student Trustee

Student Ambassadors

Student Leadership Workshop Series

Serve Your Community Program

Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society offers academic recognition to high-achieving transfer students and scholarship opportunities.

Lake Land College’s Honors Program offers students the opportunity to take honors classes or enhance their studies by conducting undergraduate research. Scholarship opportunities are also available for students in the Honors Program.

|Get Involved Campus life is bustling at LLC. Write for the newspaper, sing in the choir or start your own club. Opportunities to join include:

Livestock Judging Team

Intramural Sports

Intercollegiate Athletics

Environmental Club

Honors Program

Phi Theta Kappa

Navigator Newspaper

WLKL Radio Station

Postsecondary Agriculture Student Organization

Clubs specific to your career interests or major

Our students are committed to giving back to the community. Each year student clubs hold fundrasiers, food drives and volunteer at local events.

“I chose Lake Land College because it was affordable and close to home. I have met a lot of new people by being involved as a Student Ambassador and other activities. Another advantage is classes are small and teachers take the time to get to know you.”

— Cody Morris Lake Land College Student majoring in Agriculture

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|About LLC More than 90% of Lake Land College graduates would choose Lake Land College again if they had to start over.

|Your SuccessLake Land College faculty and staff are dedicated to helping you succeed! We have many support services in place.

Free Tutoring

Study Skills and College Success Prep

Library Services

College Nurse

Police Department

Accommodations for Students with Disabilities

Safe Zone (LGBT Ally Network)

Placement Testing

Computer Labs and WIFI

Academic Advising

Career Counseling

TRiO Student Support Services This program is designed to help students who are first generation college students, meet certain financial need levels or are registered to receive services through the Office of Student Accommodations. It is an excellent program that provides personal assistance to help with academics, career goals and overall support.

Campus Safety Lake Land College takes your safety very seriously. Officers from the Police Department patrol campus 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The college has been recognized nationally for its safety.

Each month college administrators test the emergency alert system and biannually hold exercises to test the emergency procedures and policies.

Ninety-seven percent of students feel safe on Lake Land College’s campus.

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|About LLC Three Lake Land College teams were named NJCAA Academic All-American teams in 2013.

|Student Fitness Center & AthleticsYou have free access to a state-of-the-art workout facility as a Lake Land College student. Cardio machines, free-weights, a stretching area and a classroom offer a variety of options to fitness-minded students.

Intramurals Weekly, free activities are planned for students ranging from bowling to basketball.

Athletics Whether you are an athlete or a sports enthusiast, Lake Land College has five intercollegiate sports and cheerleading.

Volleyball Men’s Basketball Women’s Basketball

Softball Baseball Cheerleading

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Start your career at Lake Land College:Workforce Ready • Building Construction Tech • Civil Engineering Tech • Civil Engineering Tech Co-op • Computer-Aided Design • Computer- Aided Drafting • HVAC • Residential Wiring

Transfer Ready • Civil Engineering Technology/Advanced Technical Studies

Architecture & Construction

Engineering & TechnologyScience & Math

Start your career at Lake Land College:Workforce Ready • Geospatial Technology

Transfer Ready • Biological Science • Chemistry • Conservation-Pre-Forestry • Conservation-Pre-Wildlife • Earth Science • Electronic Engineering Tech • Engineering • Environmental Science • Mathematics • Physics • Pre-Engineering

Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics

Start your career at Lake Land College:Workforce Ready • Advanced Automation & Control Technology • CNC Operator • CNC Programmer • Computer-Aided Design • Computer- Aided Drafting • Computer Integrated Manufacturing Technology • Electronic Control Technology • Electronic Systems Specialist • Industrial Maintenance • Instrumentation & Control Technology • Mechanical-Electrical Technology • Programmable Logic Controllers • Renewable Energy • Renewable Energy Management • Sustainable Energy • Welding Technology

ProductionManufacturing Production Process DevelopmentMaintenance, Installation & RepairQuality AssuranceLogistics & Inventory ControlHealth, Safety & Environmental Assurance

Manufacturing

Transportation OperationsLogistics Planning & Mgmt ServicesWarehousing & Distribution Center OperationsFacility & Mobile Equipt. MaintenanceTransportation Systems/Infrastructure Planning, Management & RegulationHealth, Safety & Environmental ManagementSales & Services

Start your career at Lake Land College:Workforce Ready • Automotive Technology • Automotive Mechanic • Commercial Driver Training

Transportation, Distribution & Logistics

Correction ServicesEmergency & Fire Mgmt. ServicesSecurity & Protective ServicesLaw Enforcement ServicesLegal Services

Start your career at Lake Land College:Workforce Ready • Fire Science Tech • Paramedical ServicesTransfer Ready • Criminal Justice

Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security

Start your career at Lake Land College:Workforce Ready • Ag Power Technology • Agriculture Business • Agriculture Business & Supply • Agriculture Production & Management • Alternative Agriculture Production • Crop Production

• Horticultural Production & Landscape • Horticulture • John Deere Tech • Livestock Production • Waste Water Operator • Water Plant Operator

Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources

Food Products & Processing Plant SystemsAnimal SystemsPower, Structural & Technical SystemsEnvironmental ServiceAgribusiness

Diagnostic ServicesSupport ServicesHealth InformaticsTherapeutic ServicesBiotechnology Research & Development

Start your career at Lake Land College:Workforce Ready • Associate Degree in Nursing • Basic Nurse Assisting Program • Dental Hygiene • Emergency Medical Services • Health Information & Medical Coding

• Medical Coding Specialist • Medical Transcriptionist • Physical Therapist Assistant • Practical Nursing • Massage Therapy

Transfer Ready • Clinical Lab Science • Pre-Chiropractic • Pre-Dentistry

• Pre-Medicine • Pre-Nursing • Pre-Pharmacy • Pre-Physical Therapy

Health Sciences

Securities & InvestmentsBanking ServicesBusiness FinanceAccounting Insurance

Start your career at Lake Land College:Workforce Ready • Accounting

Transfer Ready • Business Administration • Economics

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Start your career at Lake Land College:Workforce Ready • Broadcast Announcing • Radio Broadcasting • Radio-TV Broadcasting • TV Field/Studio Production • Liberal Studies Transfer Ready • Art • English • Speech Communications • Liberal Arts

Arts, A/V Technology & Communications

Transfer Ready • Agriculture • Pre-Veterinary Medicine

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|Career OpportunitiesCareer Services Are you undecided about what you want to study? Need an internship? Looking for a part-time job? Career Services helps you get ready to enter the workforce. From personal résumé critiques to mock interviews, the office helps you bridge the gap from college to the workforce.

Internships Many academic programs require internships as part of the graduation requirements. For those that do not, the college has a Cooperative Work Study program that matches students with area businesses for on-the-job experience that gets you ready for your career.

2+2 Agreements The college also offers 2 plus 2 agreements that allow you to transfer from a Workforce Ready program to a university as a junior to earn a bachelor’s degree.

Education & Training

Transfer Ready • Business Education • Early Childhood Education • Elementary Education • Health Education • Mathematics Education • Physical Education • Science Education • Secondary Education (Biology Specialization) • Secondary Education (Chemistry Specialization) • Secondary Education (Physics Specialization) • Special Education

Administration & Administrative SupportProfessional Support ServicesTeaching/Training

Start your career at Lake Land College:Workforce Ready • Paraprofessional Education Teacher’s Aide

Hospitality & Tourism

Start your career at Lake Land College:Transfer Ready • Recreation

Restaurants & Food/ Beverage ServicesLodgingTravel & TourismRecreation, Amusements & Attractions

Marketing

Marketing/ManagementProfessional SalesMerchandisingMarketing CommunicationsMarketing Research

Start your career at Lake Land College:Workforce Ready • E-Commerce Marketing • Marketing • Professional Sales

Transfer Ready • Business Administration

Government & Public Administration

GovernanceNational SecurityForeign ServicePlanningRevenue & TaxationRegulationPublic Management & Administration

Start your career at Lake Land College:Transfer Ready • History • Political Science

Business, Management & Administration

General ManagementBusiness Information ManagementHuman Resources ManagementOperations ManagementAdministrative Support

Start your career at Lake Land College:Workforce Ready • Accounting • Administrative Assistant-Executive • Administrative Assistant-Legal • Administrative Assistant- Medical • Entrepreneurship • Business Ownership • E-Commerce Marketing • Marketing • Management • Professional Sales • Office Assistant/Receptionist • Office Management • Office Technology Skills- General, Medical & MOS

Transfer Ready • Business Administration

Start your career at Lake Land College:Workforce Ready • Computer Applications Specialist • Computer Technician • Computer Troubleshooting • Desktop Publishing Graphic Design • Electronic Communication Technician • IT-Computer Applications • IT-Computer Game Development • IT- Digital Media Specialist • IT-Network Administration • IT-Programming • IT-Web Technology

Information Technology

Network SystemsInformation Support & ServicesWeb & Digital CommunicationsProgramming & Software Development

Start your career at Lake Land College:Workforce Ready • Child and Family Services • Cosmetology • Cosmetology- Nail Technology • Cosmetology Teacher • Dental Hygiene • Early Childhood Care & Education • Esthetics • Human Services • Massage Therapy • Nanny Child Care Provider

Human Services

Early Childhood Development & ServicesCounseling & Mental Health ServicesFamily & Community ServicesPersonal Care ServicesConsumer Services

Transfer Ready • Psychology • Recreation • Sociology/ Social Work

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|Visit CampusThe best way to experience the caring, personal environment of Lake Land College is to visit. You and your family have several options for joining us.

Campus visit days are held throughout the year. During these open houses you can meet current students, visit with faculty in the major of your choice and tour campus.

Individual tours with a Lake Land College Student Ambassador and an appointment with an academic counselor can also be arranged.

Register for an upcoming event or schedule your campus visit online at lakelandcollege.edu/visit or call (217) 234-5232.

Ag Open House is held each spring for high school seniors interested in studying agriculture at Lake Land College.

Lake Land College in Your Community Stop by one of LLC’s extension centers to register or take a class close to home:

LLC in Effingham — Kluthe Center

LLC in Marshall — Eastern Region Center

LLC in Pana — Western Region Center

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