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CLC at a glance
15:1
student to faculty ratio
49
liberal arts and career-focused associate degrees
128
short-term certificates
Why College of Lake County?
Between investing in your future and learning new skills, CLC has it all.
Welcoming environment
Dip your toe into the college pool. Our classes are small, faculty and staff are friendly and the support is amazing.
Supportive services
Get to graduation more directly with your personal Academic Success Advisor. Study better towards clearer goals!
Engaging experiences
On campus or online, there are plenty of ways to get the full college experience. From sports to galleries we have it all for you at CLC.
Strong partnerships
In CLC, you find a partner who wants to see your business succeed. Together, we make Lake County stronger and more prosperous.
What's happening
Explore news and updates from around the college.
CLC earns 2024-2025 Military Friendly® School designation
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Celebrate Illinois Community College Month
April is Community College Month. You can learn more about what CLC has to offer at Open House on April 13. -
Students take the reins in production of “The Chairs”
CLC students take the lead in all aspects of the "Play On!" production of "The Chairs." Performances begin Friday, April 5. -
Cultivating youth work experiences
CLC partnered with the Lake County Forest Preserves to revitalize the Green Youth Farm into the Greenbelt Farm. The farm provides work and educational opportunities for local teenagers.