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About Lakeland University

open admissionssmall private universitymasters programsbusiness and tech focus

Lakeland University is a private university in Plymouth, WI, known for its open admissions, masters programs, and business and tech focus. With an acceptance rate of 100%, OU is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 229 students each year. OU is test optional; submitting a strong score can strengthen an application, though it is not required for consideration. OU offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $23,942 per year; the sticker price of $46,828 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Lakeland University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

100%
Overall Accept Rate

Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Lakeland University

Application Strategy
Lakeland accepts all applicants, so your application is really the start of a conversation about fit and financial aid rather than a competitive hurdle. Focus your energy on communicating clearly why Lakeland's small campus community and hands-on programs match your goals.
Demonstrated Interest
Visiting Lakeland's campus in Plymouth is one of the best ways to confirm the fit, since the college emphasizes tight-knit community and faculty relationships that are hard to assess from a website. Reach out to the admissions office to arrange a personalized campus visit and ask to sit in on a class.

Financial Aid & Cost

What Lakeland University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceAvg. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$47k/yr$22.5k
30k-48k~$47k/yr$22.0k
48k-75k~$47k/yr$20.1k
75k-110k~$47k/yr$24.3k
110k+~$47k/yr$28.1k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

56%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$50k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
15:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
1,144
Undergrad Enrollment

Student Body

Student body composition

Race & Ethnicity

63%White
11%Black / African American
9%Hispanic
8%Unknown / Unreported
4%Asian
3%Two or More Races
1%International
1%American Indian / AK Native
Gender45% Men · 55% Women
Citizenship / Immigration Status99% Citizens and Immigrants · 1% International