Lake Forest College provides its students with a rich atmosphere in which to learn: a picturesque campus in a small town near Lake Michigan; a world-renowned faculty, and a quality liberal arts education that prepares students to be creative and responsible citizens in their communities and across the globe.  Lake Forest students are committed to multicultural diversity and positive social change, and the College’s proximity to the dynamic city of Chicago allows students to dip into the rich cultural resources available at their fingertips.

 

 

Founded in 1857, Lake Forest College is a private, four-year liberal arts college.

 

Lake Forest College students learn to read critically, reason analytically, communicate persuasively and think for themselves.  The distinguished scholars on our faculty take pride in their commitment to teaching, and they know our students by name.  Lake Forest fosters creative talent and independent research, embraces cultural diversity, encourages responsible global citizenship and celebrates excellence.  We enrich our beautiful campus near Lake Michigan with the vibrant resources of nearby Chicago.

 

Lake Forest, Illinois; 30 miles north of Chicago.

 

1405 students (42% male, 58% female); 47 states and territories represented; 15% minority (0% American Indian, 4% Asian, 5% Black, 4% Hispanic, 77% White); 14% international.

 

79% average freshman retention rate; 66% average graduation rate.

 

114 full-time, undergraduate faculty.  Student-faculty ratio is 12:1; average class size of 19.

 

NCAA Division III, Midwestern Conference.  17 varsity sports (9 men’s: basketball, cross-country, football, handball, ice hockey, soccer, swimming, tennis, volleyball; 9 women’s: basketball, cross-country, handball, ice hockey, soccer, softball, swimming, tennis, and volleyball); numerous club sports and intramurals.

 

2005-2006: $33,860 comprehensive ($27,000 tuition).  88% of students received some financial aid.  Average Award: $21,500 (figures include need and merit-based assistance).