Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 23.1%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $39,612
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $14,751
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 11:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 28.4%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $156/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate | $52,941 | $17,500 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $49,331 | $15,987 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions. | Associate | $47,260 | $15,406 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Associate | $42,802 | $9,950 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate | $37,424 | $22,178 |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Associate | $33,281 | |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate | $32,925 | |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Associate | $21,508 | |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate | $20,530 | $10,852 |
Outcomes Overview
Lakeland graduates enter the workforce with a median debt of $14,751, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.37 when compared to their $39,612 median salary after ten years. Monthly loan payments of $156 consume roughly 5% of typical graduate income. The college's strong workforce training programs funnel students into healthcare, manufacturing, and skilled trades that dominate northeastern Ohio's economy. With a 95.8% employment rate, graduates find work quickly in a region hungry for technical skills. However, the 28.4% loan repayment rate suggests some struggle with payments despite modest debt levels. Overall, Lakeland offers an average return on investment for students seeking affordable career training.