Lakeshore Campus

34 N Sheridan Rd
Waukegan, IL 60085
(847) 543-2191

CLC’s Lakeshore Campus is a vibrant urban campus in Waukegan, Illinois, thirty minutes east of CLC’s Grayslake Campus.

Built in and for the community, Lakeshore offers programs for adult learners and traditional age college students. Lakeshore is home to transfer-path classes and career-building programs, some of which offer free tuition.

Find student and community services in our expanding, downtown location. We grow so you can.

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

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Campus highlights

The setting: A green, high-tech urban campus

100% Waukegan—100% CLC
Step onto our vibrant Lakeshore Campus and be inspired. With soaring views of Lake Michigan, advanced science labs, a new library and career placement facility, you are on your way to achieving greatness. A $48-million renovation created ultramodern and sustainable spaces. Campus comprises several downtown buildings.
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- Get an overview of campus buildings
- Explore student life
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.
- View the WOSC
- How CLC helps you succeed
Spaces for studying, socializing
The new Student Center is large, bright and LEED certified with bird-friendly windows. The library is a quiet place to study or borrow resources, including laptops and WiFi hotspots. Hang out with friends to catch up between classes or work on a group project.
- View the terrace of 34 N. Sheridan
- Explore 33 N. Genesee Street
Advanced healthcare labs
The campus is home to the phlebotomy, medical assisting and dental hygiene programs. Simulation labs help you develop hands-on skills with guidance from expert faculty. A low-cost dental hygiene clinic lets hygienists-in-training practice skills while serving Lake County residents.
Mechatronics, HVAC/R labs
Train for high-demand careers in mechatronics and HVAC/R, or heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration. The mechatronics lab explores engineering, electronics and robotic systems. In the mobile HVAC/R lab, learn to use instruments and equipment to excel in this field.
Eleanor Murkey Community Center
Located on the top floor of the new Student Center, the center commands a magnificent view of Lake Michigan. On a clear day, you can see the Chicago skyline. Study, gather or host your event here. The Center is named after the first dean of the Lakeshore campus.
Host your special event here
Nature and nurture
Lakeshore Campus is located near Waukegan Harbor and Lake Michigan beaches, perfect places to explore for a break between classes. A new Urban Farm Center, breaking ground soon, promotes sustainable agriculture and resilient food systems.
Learn about the Urban Farm Center

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Parking and driver assistance

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

Where to park

Parking for students, staff and visitors is available in the CLC Lakeshore Campus parking facility located at 30 N. Sheridan Rd., just east of the Lakeshore Campus South Building, 33 N. Genesee St.

All vehicles and pedestrians need to vacate the parking lot by closing hours as it will remain locked until 7 a.m. Vehicles that remain within the garage after closing can be accessed the following college business day.

All vehicles must be parked on pavement between the yellow parking lines. Parking on roadways, sidewalks or parking lot traffic lanes is not permitted. Students are not allowed to park in the areas designated for faculty, staff and visitors. Faculty and staff must display a parking permit to park in any posted staff parking areas.
Handicap parking is available throughout the campus. Use of a handicap parking space requires the display of a window permit or state issued handicap license plate. Temporary handicap permits are available from the College of Lake County Health Center. Permits issued by the CLC Health Center are only valid on the college campuses.
All drivers must obey CLC regulations as well as all state laws and local regulations. Posted speed limits are strictly enforced. Please reduce your speed for construction, adverse conditions or pedestrians/cyclists in or crossing the roadway. The CLC Police Department is empowered to enforce traffic regulations.
Citations for parking violations may be appealed to the CLC Police Department. The appeal must be filed within five business days from the date the citation is issued or the right to appeal is presumed waived. To appeal a parking citation, obtain and return an appeal form to the CLC Police Department.

Lakeshore Campus

Visit our campus

Campus highlights

100% Waukegan—100% CLC

Registration help, campus store

Spaces for studying, socializing

Advanced healthcare labs

Mechatronics, HVAC/R labs

Eleanor Murkey Community Center

Nature and nurture

Other locations

Campus maps

Parking and driver assistance

Where to park

Parking regulations

Handicap parking

Driving regulations

Parking citations