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Students attend Lake College in Redding, CA, a small city. The school is a private, for-profit institution. Lake College degrees go up to the Certificate.
The range of program offerings available from the school is especially impressive compared to its number of students.
Lake College is selective and does not offer open admission.
There are 63 students at the school (as of 2007-2008). A large number of students at Lake College are 40 years old or older.
A lot of students at the school attend part-time.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Lake College is in the business of personal and professional growth. We dedicate ourselves to offering professional higher education that prepares each student to enter a successful career and a lifetime of service to our community. Lake College is unique in creating a quality comprehensive educational experience that engages the whole person and enables each student to build a bright future and create a meaningful life within a network of supportive relationships."
More complete details are provided below.
Lake College
443 Redcliff Drive
Redding, CA 96002
General Phone: (530) 224-7227
http://www.lakecollege.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Support and Technology | 34 | medical assistant, phlebotomy |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 17 | licensed practical nurse |
| Medical Administration | 13 | health care administration |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 6 | computer and info science |
| Business and Management | 6 | accounting technology |
Number of programs and degrees for Lake College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 47 | 5 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 29 | 2 |
In 2007-2008, Lake College had a total enrollment of 63 students (121 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 8% |
| Women | 92% |
| Full-Time | 64% |
| Part-Time | 36% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 89% |
| Hispanic | 6% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 2% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 10% |
| 20-21 | 5% |
| 22-24 | 11% |
| 25-29 | 21% |
| 30-34 | 17% |
| 35-39 | 6% |
| 40-49 | 16% |
| 50-64 | 8% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 76 % |
| Part-Time | 79 % |
Graduation and Transfer Rates (2007):
(Graduation rate is percent of students graduating within 150% of the normal time.)
| Item | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduating | 70% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Redding, California for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other California Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 88 | 88 | 100% | 87 | 99% |
| Men | 8 | 8 | 100% | 7 | 88% |
| Women | 80 | 80 | 100% | 80 | 100% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | not required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | not required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | not required |
| Other Standardized Tests | recommended |
Financial Aid:
Lake College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3806300)
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health/Health Care Administration/Management
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Medical/Clinical Assistant
Phlebotomy/Phlebotomist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Lake College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| Number of degree programs (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 5% | |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Career counseling Career services Student employment services Offers part-time study On-campus library
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