57%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 2,402 |
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| Declined | + 1,745 |
| Total Received | 4,147 |
| Name | Location |
|---|---|
| The University of Chicago | Chicago, IL |
| DePaul University | Chicago, IL |
| Loyola University Chicago | Chicago, IL |
| Harvard University | Cambridge, MA |
| Princeton University | Princeton, NJ |
| Boston University | Boston, MA |
| Brown University | Providence, RI |
| Yale University | New Haven, CT |
| University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign | Champaign, IL |
| Johns Hopkins University | Baltimore, MD |
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Lake Forest College, founded in 1857, is a private liberal arts school. Its 107-acre campus is located in Lake Forest, one-half mile from Lake Michigan and 30 miles north of Chicago.
| Public/private | Private (nonprofit) |
|---|---|
| Campus Enrollment | 1,533 |
| Established in | 1857 |
| Coeducational | Coeducational College, Founded Coeducational College |
| Accredited by |
• HLC Higher Learning Commission • NCATE (National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education) |
107-acre, suburban campus in Lake Forest (population: 19,375), 25 miles from Chicago. Served by train; major airports serve Chicago and Milwaukee (47 miles). Public transportation serves campus.
Lake Forest College
555 North Sheridan Road
Lake Forest, IL 60045
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| Application fee | |
|---|---|
| Common application accepted | yes |
| Application deadline | February 15 |
| School has early decision program | yes |
| Early decision program application deadline | November 1 |
| School has early action program | yes |
| Early action program application deadline | November 1 |
| Admissions interview (required or recommended) |
Recommended |
| SAT/ACT requirements |
SAT or ACT Recommended |
57%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 2,402 |
|---|---|
| Declined | + 1,745 |
| Total Received | 4,147 |
Character/ personal qualities
Essay
Extracurricular activities
Interview
Particular talent/ability
Secondary school record
Alumni/ae relationship
Class rank
Geographical residence
Recommendations
Standardized test scores
Volunteer Work
Work Experience
Minority affiliation
Religious affiliation/commitment
State residency
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Chris Ellertson
Vice President for Enrollment
P: 800 828-4751
F: 847 735-6271
admissions@lakeforest.edu
88%
$40,534
| Tuition | $47,680 |
| Room | $5,140 |
| Board | $5,536 |
| Additional fees | $744 |
| Books & supplies | $1,000 |
| Total | $60,100 |
|---|---|
| Average Financial Aid | - $40,534 |
| Total with Avg. Aid | $19,566 |
Need-based
| Federal | $3,056,245 |
| State | $2,017,634 |
| Institutional | $31,575,784 |
| Other external | $1,038,220 |
| Total | $37,687,883 |
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Non-need-based
| Federal | |
| State | |
| Institutional | $9,385,725 |
| Other external | $886,191 |
| Total | $10,271,916 |
|---|
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FAFSA
May 1
FAFSA
P: 847 735-5103
F: 847 735-6271
finaid@lakeforest.edu
Jerry Cebrzynski
Associate Vice President for Financial Aid
cebrzynski@lakeforest.edu
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Aikido, Archery, Baseball, Cheerleading, Equestrian Sports, Fencing, Golf, Karate, Lacrosse, Poms, Rock Climbing, Rugby, Sailing, Track, Ultimate Frisbee, Water Polo
Badminton, Bag Toss, Ball Hockey, Basketball, Broomball, Flag Football, Ice Hockey, Indoor Soccer, Kickball, Racquetball, Table Tennis, Volleyball
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Jackie Slaats (men's)
Athletic Director
email
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1,533
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47%
Transfer applicants accepted
67%
Applicants accepted who enroll
| Minimum requirements | College GPA: 2.50 |
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| High school transcript | Required of All |
| College transcript(s) | Required of All |
| Statement of good standing from prior institution(s) | Required of Some |
| Interview | Required of All |
| Standardized test scores | Not Required/Recommended |
| Essay or personal statement | Required of All |
Maximum transfered
60
Minimum transfers must complete
60
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Not Reported
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| Number of foreign countries represented by degree-seeking undergraduate non-resident aliens | 77 |
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| Countries most often represented |
Canada China Germany Japan Mexico Russia |
| Special services offered for international applicants |
Special orientation |
Darren Drabek
Director of International Admissions
847 735-6042
drabek@lakeforest.edu
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