Study at Southlake Campus

Complete your gen eds close to home

1120 South Milwaukee Avenue
Vernon Hills, IL 60061
(847) 543-6501

Take core classes to complete your certificate, associate degree or transfer degree in Vernon Hills, IL.

Many courses are available with a focus on health sciences. If you're interested in health and wellness promotion, massage therapy, nurse assisting or kinesiology, this is where you want to be.

Home for summer? Knock out required courses to finish your 4-year degree faster. Southlake Campus is affordable and convenient. Spend summer mornings in class, afternoons working or having fun.

Southlake Campus highlights

Everything you need to succeed in a college, close to home and work.

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    For all ages and experiences

    Whatever your educational goals, you'll find it at our Southlake Campus in Vernon Hill, IL. We are a top choice for

    • Working adults
    • Transfer and summer-only college students
    • Fast-paced high school students
    • Adult education & ESL students
    • Families and seniors taking personal enrichment classes
    • Employers offering business training programs

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    Vibrant student life

    Southlake Campus is inclusive and spirted. Make friends. Gain mentors. Get involved in student clubs and organizations. Participate in the many college and community events held on campus. 

    Explore student life at CLC

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    Core courses with a focus on health science

    Take classes at Southlake Campus to complete your certificate or associate degree. Or plan your transfer to a 4-year college. General education courses satisfy many program requirements. We are a hub for wellness and health sciences.

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    Center for Health & Wellness Promotion

    Practice your skills in clinical settings. With faculty guidance, students studying wellness and health promotion provide affordable services to the community:

    • therapeutic massage
    • personal training
    • health and wellness coaching
    • fitness and performance assessments
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    Modern labs

    You'll spend lots of time in new, state-of-the-art science labs if you're studying biological sciences, chemistry or pre-pharmacy. Our simulation labs teach hands-on skills for kinesiology, massage therapy and nurse assisting programs.

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    Be seen and heard

    Expect to be noticed at Southlake Campus. Class sizes are small. Instructors know you by name. You get personal feedback to help you succeed. An array of support services help you excel in class and complete your studies.

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    Spaces for study, sustainability

    Southlake Campus is conveniently located and has a green roof—the first for a Lake County public building. Spaces are modern. Soaring windows draw students to the atrium, a favorite spot to gather.

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    Registration help, campus store

    The Welcome and One Stop Center (WOSC) is your go-to for questions about registering for class, making payments, financial aid and transferring to a 4-year school. The LancerZone campus store has course materials, snacks and great CLC swag.

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Building hours

  • Monday–Thursday: 7:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.
  • Friday: 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Saturday: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
  • Sunday: CLOSED

Office hours may vary. Please consult the department directory.

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Map of Southlake Campus

Where to park at Southlake Campus

Parking for students and visitors is available in Lot 1. Handicapped spaces and staff parking is available in Lot 2.

We have designated parking areas on campus for use by students, faculty, staff and visitors. CLC parking lots are idle-free zones. Please abide by the parking rules and regulations established by the College of Lake County Police Department.