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Lake Region State College
Devils Lake, North Dakota · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 1801 College Dr N, Devils Lake, ND 58301 · Phone: (701) 662-1600 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Lake Region State College is a public trade school in Devils Lake, North Dakota offering LPN / LVN programs and auto mechanic schools, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Lake Region State College has a 52.4% completion rate, below the state average of 63.5%, with median graduate debt of $10,293 and median earnings of $49,502 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 Region State College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including Pell Grants, can be used, with 10.2% of students receiving Pell.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $50,950 | $62,300 | $65,020 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $37,610 | $57,360 | $63,560 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in North Dakota (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 27 | not reported | not reported | $6,500 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 2–4 years | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 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 Region State College is a public trade and career campus in Devils Lake, North Dakota, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, with its nursing offerings accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing. The school participates in federal Title IV financial aid programs, meaning students may use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants to help cover costs. Its most-awarded programs are LPN / LVN programs (27 completions) and Auto Mechanic Schools (5 completions), out of 3 total program families tracked.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 52.4%, which is below the state average of 63.5%. Median debt for graduates is $10,293, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $49,502. About 10.2% of students receive Pell Grants. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
With 32 trade program completers among 611 undergraduates in a remote-town setting, this campus may suit students seeking short, focused credentials like LPN training or auto mechanic instruction rather than a large multi-program institution. Whether the program length and format fit an adult career-changer's schedule is not detailed in the data provided, so prospective students should contact the school directly. To verify accreditation status and outcome figures independently, check with the Higher Learning Commission or the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard listing for this school.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Lake Region State College's most-awarded trade programs are LPN / LVN programs (27 completions) and Auto Mechanic Schools (5 completions), across 3 tracked program families.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes. The campus is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, and its nursing programs are accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students may use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 52.4%, which is below the North Dakota state average of 63.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is $10,293, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $49,502, per the College Scorecard.
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 directly at (701) 662-1600 or visit https://www.lrsc.edu/ for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Lake Region State College is a public institution, which typically means state-subsidized tuition and public accountability standards.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the data provided; contact the school to confirm schedules and durations for LPN or auto mechanic programs.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Higher Learning Commission and the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, and review official outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?200192.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program schedules or formats needed to assess career-changer fit; contact the school at (701) 662-1600 to discuss options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not detailed in this data; contact the school or check state licensing boards for LPN and auto mechanic career paths.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Lake Region State College by phone at (701) 662-1600 or through its website at https://www.lrsc.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included here; use the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?200192 to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across institutions.
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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.