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- School Code: 764400
- Phone: (847) 234-5005
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FINANCIAL AID RATE
76%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
19:1FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$4,270Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Fire Science Degree
The fire science program at Lake Land College prepares students for careers as firefighters, fire inspectors, fire investigators, first line supervisors, or managers of firefighters. The program focuses on the duties of firefighters. Program courses include: firefighting equipment operation and maintenance, principles of fire science and combustible substances, methods of controlling different types of fires, hazardous material handling and control, fire rescue procedures, public relations, and laws and regulations. Get more details below including other Illinois colleges that offer fire science degrees.
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Lake Land College
1905 W. Field Court, Lake Forest, IL
Lake Land College (LLC) is found in Mattoon, Illinois, a city with a population of 18,555 and famous for its railroads. The city holds a number of different events and activities every year, including Bagelfest every July, which brings a large fair. Mattoon is also known as the “Bagel capital of the world, with Lender’s Bagels company making itself at home about 25 years ago.
Lake Land College provides a wide variety of academic options as a community college. As a student at Lake Land College, you can earn a two year associate’s degree as well as a number of different certification programs. Enrollment at the college stood at 20,003 this year, and in 2012, the total cost of tuition for in state residents was $5,949. For out of state students, that number just about doubled to $10,814, which makes it a less appealing option for students who are trying to get an associate’s degree on a budget. However, the options offered by LLC remain intriguing. Its vocational training offers some of the following possible majors:
- Math and Science
- Allied Health
- Agriculture
- Humanities
- Communications
- Social Science
- Technology
- Education
For those interested in attending Lake Land College, the college offers financial aid in the form of federal loans, grants, work study, and merit scholarships. The scholarship application can be found on the school’s website, along with the traditional admissions application.
Career Options for Graduates
Upon completion of the Fire Science program at Lake Land College, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:Municipal Fire Fighting and Prevention Supervisors
Description
Supervise fire fighters who control and extinguish municipal fires, protect life and property, and conduct rescue efforts.
Municipal Firefighters
Description
Control and extinguish municipal fires, protect life and property and conduct rescue efforts.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, municipal firefighters employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.3% from 2014 to 2024
Salary & Wages
- Chicago-Naperville-Arlington Heights, IL Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 9
- Average Hourly Rate: $28.50
- Average Annual Salary: $59280
- Gary, IN Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 660
- Average Hourly Rate: $20.22
- Average Annual Salary: $42060
- Lake County-Kenosha County, IL-WI Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 1
- Average Hourly Rate: $22.30
- Average Annual Salary: $46390
Fire Inspectors
Description
Inspect buildings and equipment to detect fire hazards and enforce state and local regulations.
Career Outlook & Projections ()
According to the BLS, fire inspectors employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.5% from 2014 to 2024
Salary & Wages
- Chicago-Naperville-Arlington Heights, IL Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 250
- Gary, IN Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 170
- Average Hourly Rate: $23.35
- Average Annual Salary: $48560
Forest Fire Inspectors and Prevention Specialists
Description
Enforce fire regulations, inspect forest for fire hazards and recommend forest fire prevention or control measures. May report forest fires and weather conditions.
Career Outlook & Projections ()
According to the BLS, forest fire inspectors and prevention specialists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 13.1% from 2014 to 2024
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may provide a better idea of the candidates Lake Land College accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Lake Land College may provide services including:- Online classes
- Weekend and night classes available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Employing students to lower education costs
Intercollegiate Athletics
Lake Land College is a Member of National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA), with many of the sports being in the NJCAA Division I classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Softball
- Volleyball