Lakeland University is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Plymouth, Wisconsin with 1,212 undergraduates. It admits 86% of applicants, costs an average of $23,722 a year after grants and graduates 38% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Lakeland University acceptance rate and admissions
Lakeland University admitted 86% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Neither required nor recommended (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
Lakeland University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $34,516 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $12,908 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $49,071 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $23,722 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $23,722 a year after grants and scholarships, $25,349 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Lakeland University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Lakeland University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 38% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $61,368 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $25,000 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 41% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Lakeland University majors and what graduates earn
Lakeland University awarded bachelor's degrees in 25 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from computer and information sciences ($96,835).
All 25 majors at Lakeland University
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer and information sciences | 40 | $69,174 | $96,835 | $20,708 |
| Accounting | 52 | $58,405 | $66,815 | $23,354 |
| Business administration | 108 | $59,302 | $66,108 | $25,000 |
| Marketing | 12 | $46,788 | $59,513 | $26,900 |
| Criminology | 15 | n/a | $55,265 | n/a |
| Psychology | 41 | $47,089 | $53,448 | $27,000 |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | 16 | n/a | $52,998 | $26,000 |
| Teacher education by grade level | 17 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by subject | 14 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Nursing | 9 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Biology | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Graphic and industrial design | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Communication | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| English | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Management information systems | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| History | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Food Science and Technology | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Hospitality management | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Mathematics | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Applied mathematics | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Romance languages | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Biochemistry and molecular biology | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Chemistry | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Music | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Lakeland University
5 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 5 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business administration | Master's | 95 | $81,956 | $34,142 |
| Mental health counseling | Master's | 36 | $53,758 | $61,500 |
| School counseling and student services | Master's | 21 | $46,935 | $48,950 |
| Teacher education by subject | Master's | 11 | n/a | n/a |
| Education | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 1,212 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 55% women, 45% men
- 12 students for every faculty member
- Setting: rural, near a city
- Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Lakeland University?
Lakeland University admitted 86% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Lakeland University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $34,516. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $23,722 a year in 2024-25.
Is Lakeland University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Lakeland University reported that test scores were: neither required nor recommended. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Lakeland University?
38% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Lakeland University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $61,368 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.