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Lake Land College
Mattoon, Illinois · Public community college
Address: 5001 Lake Land Blvd, Mattoon, IL 61938 · Phone: (217) 234-5253 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Lake Land College is a public trade school in Mattoon, Illinois, offering culinary, construction trades, and CNA programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Lake Land College has a 58.4% completion rate, near the state average of 58.4%, with median graduate debt of $6,188 and median earnings of $38,877 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Lake Land College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and 26.1% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chefs and head cooks | $40,330 | $58,830 | $73,620 |
| Construction laborers | $38,880 | $60,690 | $95,240 |
| Nursing assistants | $37,590 | $45,960 | $48,380 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $34,190 | $49,170 | $73,640 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $38,890 | $51,320 | $61,520 |
| Medical assistants | $36,400 | $46,090 | $49,460 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $58,880 | $75,000 | $79,560 |
| Medical records specialists | $38,890 | $56,440 | $64,360 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $36,420 | $42,260 | $49,640 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $31,200 | $34,040 | $41,110 |
| Dental hygienists | $74,280 | $96,670 | $101,800 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $46,690 | $77,410 | $96,030 |
| Massage therapists | $33,770 | $60,490 | $77,550 |
| Electricians | $49,240 | $99,560 | $117,460 |
| Machinists | $38,390 | $58,520 | $65,620 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Illinois (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 150 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 139 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, under 300 hours | 139 | $36,088 | $20,824 | $6,118 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 90 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 62 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 57 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 37 | $36,088 | $20,824 | $6,118 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 29 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 29 | $18,707 | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 26 | $44,054 | $42,682 | $8,000 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 26 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 20 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 18 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 15 | $44,490 | $41,087 | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate degree | 15 | $24,872 | $22,989 | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 6 | $44,490 | $41,087 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | $36,088 | $20,824 | $6,118 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | $18,707 | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Lake Land College is a public trade and career campus in Mattoon, Illinois, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, with additional program-specific accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation, and the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here (Title IV eligible). The college awards trade credentials across 28 program areas, with the largest completer counts in culinary & pastry schools (196), construction trades programs (150), and CNA classes (141), alongside programs in welding, HVAC, cosmetology, dental hygiene, electrician training, and more.
Among trade completers, the completion rate is 58.4%, which is near the state average of 58.4%. Median debt for graduates is $6,188, and median earnings ten years after entry are $38,877, per federal data. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 26.1% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of lower-income enrollment. Total trade completers number 902 out of an undergraduate enrollment of 2,448, in a fringe rural locale.
This mix of short-term certificate programs (like CNA classes) and longer trade programs (like culinary arts and construction trades) may suit both recent high school graduates and adult career changers, though specific program lengths are not stated here and should be confirmed directly with the college. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status and outcome data through the college's website or the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Lake Land College offers 28 trade program areas, with the largest completer counts in culinary & pastry schools, construction trades programs, and CNA classes. It also offers welding, HVAC, cosmetology, electrician, dental hygiene, and other career-training programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Lake Land College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Specific programs also carry accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation, and the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, Lake Land College is Title IV eligible, meaning students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants. About 26.1% of students at this campus receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate among trade completers is 58.4%, which is near the state average of 58.4%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is $6,188, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are $38,877, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at (217) 234-5253 or visit https://www.lakelandcollege.edu/ for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Lake Land College is a public institution, which typically means lower published tuition rates for state residents and eligibility for state funding, in addition to federal aid.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in the data provided; contact the school directly to confirm program duration for specific trades.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation status through the Higher Learning Commission and program-specific accreditors listed, and review federal outcome data at the College Scorecard: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?146506.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers both shorter certificate programs, such as CNA classes, and longer trade programs like culinary arts and construction trades, which may suit adult career changers, though specific scheduling and format details are not reported here.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Lake Land College at (217) 234-5253 or through its website, https://www.lakelandcollege.edu/, for admissions and program information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
This is not reported in the federal data provided; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings across nearby schools offering similar programs.
Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.