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Lake Forest College, a co-educational, liberal arts college situated in Illinois, was established by a group of Chicagoans in 1857. Situated on a 107-acre site not far from Lake Michigan, the college offers undergraduate and graduate study programs as well as research programs in a a number of subjects. Internships and student exchange programs are also available at Lake Forest College. Some of the areas of study are engineering, education, arts, sciences, pre-law, religion and sociology. In 2009, Lake Forest College appeared among the Best Midwestern Colleges and Best Value Colleges. The college ranks 12th nationally in the ‘Students Happy with Financial Aid’ category.
Lake Forest College is a member of the Northern Collegiate Hockey Association, the National Collegiate Athletic Association, the Midwest Conference and the Midwest Collegiate Hockey Association. The athletic teams of the college are nicknamed as the Foresters. The sports in which students participate are basketball, swimming, football, soccer, volleyball, softball and tennis.
Lake Forest, IL is home to Lake Forest College. Lake Forest is a large suburb. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degrees at Lake Forest College go up to the Master's degree.
Students at the school can choose among many degree programs. Students commonly pursue studies in mathematics, science, media, art studies, and liberal arts.
Prospective students are advised that admissions are not open to all; the school selects from among qualified applicants.
Lake Forest College has a tenure system for senior faculty. The full-time faculty at the school is well-paid, which often goes with faculty quality.
Lake Forest College has 1,456 enrolled students (as of 2007-2008).
The school has a residential or campus feel. Lake Forest College offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. The school offers students meal plans. Lake Forest College values student athletics, and belongs to the Midwest Conference.
More complete details are provided below.
Lake Forest College
555 N Sheridan Road
Lake Forest, IL 60045-2399
General Phone: (847) 234-3100
http://www.lakeforest.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 144 | economics, English, political science, international relations, Spanish language, history, social studies, liberal arts and sciences, ... |
| Business and Management | 39 | business |
| Media | 38 | communication studies |
| Therapy and Counseling | 33 | psychology |
| Science | 33 | biology, chemistry, physics |
| Art Studies | 23 | art studies |
| Music | 10 | music |
| Religion and Philosophy | 9 | philosophy, religion |
| Mathematics | 6 | mathematics |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 5 | computer science |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 5 | drama |
| Conservation and Resource Management | 3 | environmental studies |
Number of programs and degrees for Lake Forest College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 340 | 28 |
| Master's degree | 8 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Lake Forest College had a total enrollment of 1,456 students (1,451 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 42% |
| Women | 58% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 98% |
| Graduate | 2% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 78% |
| Black | 4% |
| Hispanic | 6% |
| Asian | 5% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 8% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 42% |
| 20-21 | 43% |
| 22-24 | 11% |
| 25-29 | 1% |
| 30-34 | 0% |
| 35-39 | 0% |
| 40-49 | 1% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Illinois | 31% |
| (International Students) | 15% |
| Michigan | 6% |
| California | 5% |
| Wisconsin | 4% |
| Massachusetts | 4% |
| Missouri | 3% |
| New York | 3% |
| Minnesota | 3% |
| Colorado | 2% |
| Connecticut | 2% |
| Utah | 2% |
| Florida | 2% |
| Indiana | 1% |
| Ohio | 1% |
| New Hampshire | 1% |
| Nebraska | 1% |
| New Jersey | 1% |
| New Mexico | 1% |
| Washington | 1% |
| Texas | 1% |
| Virginia | 1% |
| Tennessee | 1% |
| Arizona | 1% |
| Arkansas | 1% |
| Pennsylvania | 1% |
| Louisiana | 1% |
| Oregon | 1% |
| Wyoming | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 81 % |
Lake Forest College offers campus housing for 1,100 of its 1,451 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Lake Forest, Illinois for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Illinois Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 20 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 2,551 | 1,507 | 59% | 379 | 25% |
| Men | 1,079 | 567 | 53% | 160 | 28% |
| Women | 1,432 | 939 | 66% | 219 | 23% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | recommended |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 32,520 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 32,520 |
| Room and board | $ 7,724 |
| Room charge | $ 3,826 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,898 |
| Books and supplies | $ 800 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,456 |
Financial Aid:
Lake Forest College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 170600)
Lake Forest College has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 39 | 15 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 9 | 14 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 5 | 9 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 21 | $92,598 | 5 | $82,964 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 18 | $69,292 | 11 | $69,714 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 12 | $55,558 | 19 | $55,476 |
| Instructor | academic year | 2 | * | 0 | * |
| Lecturer | academic year | 0 | * | 3 | $52,229 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 53 | $74,432 | 38 | $62,958 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Midwest Conference |
| Basketball | Midwest Conference |
| Track | Midwest Conference |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business/Commerce, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Science
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Studies
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
LIBERAL ARTS
American/United States Studies/Civilization
Area Studies, Other
Asian Studies/Civilization
Comparative Literature
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
French Language and Literature
German Language and Literature
History, General
International Relations and Affairs
Latin American Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Political Science and Government, General
Social Sciences, Other
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Physics, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Lake Forest College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 3% |  |
| % of degrees in art studies (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| % of degrees in media (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| Student SAT scores (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| % of degrees in science (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career services Student employment services Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching NCAA athletic conference member
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