Contact Information
General Contact
- School Code: 680400
- Phone: (440) 375-7000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
FINANCIAL AID RATE
69%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
13:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
24FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$3,247Average 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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Accounting Degree
The accounting program at Lakeland Community College prepares students for a career as a staff accountant, public accountant, tax accountant, financial analyst, business analyst, financial reporting manager, and controller. The program focuses on accounting and related business functions. Program courses include: accounting principles and theory, financial accounting, managerial accounting, cost accounting, budget control, tax accounting, legal aspects of accounting, auditing, reporting procedures, statement analysis, planning and consulting, business information systems, accounting research methods, and professional standards and ethics. Get more details below including other Ohio colleges that offer accounting degrees.
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Lakeland Community College (Lakeland)
391 W Washington St, Painesville, OH
Lakeland Community College was the first college in Ohio founded by a vote of the people in 1967. Located in Kirtland, Ohio, Lakeland has three locations as well as online courses—all striving to provide quality learning opportunities to meet the community’s social and economic needs. Over 12,000 full-time and part-time students attend Lakeland annually, and the average student age is 27. Offering 1032 credit course, 55 degrees, and 95 certificates, Lakeland’s provides transfer modules that provide transferrable credits to colleges and universities all over the country.
Areas of Study:
- Arts and Humanities
- Engineering Technologies
- Mathematics, Natural & Social Science
- Business
- Science and Health Technologies
Lakeland Community College offers special programs to help you succeed your first year, consisting of the Ladder program. Other student services include tutoring, child care, career services, dental clinic, access to the athletic/fitness center, and a variety of clubs and organizations, as well as counseling to help you make realistic educational and occupational decisions.
For Tuition information and upcoming tuition schedules or enroll in a tuition payment plan, visit the Tuition & Fees page to learn more about the programs offered at LCC and upcoming events at the school.
Students Enrolled in the Accounting Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Lakeland has offered the following program levels for students:
- Less Than One Year Certificate
- Less Than Two-Year Award
- Associate's Degree
Students by Academic Level (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Less Than One Year Certificate | 1 |
| Less Than Two-Year Award | 4 |
| Associate's Degree | 19 |
Students by Gender (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Male | 7 |
| Female | 17 |
Students by Race (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Asian | 4 |
| Black | 1 |
| White | 19 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
Career Options for Graduates
Upon completion of the Accounting program at Lakeland, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:Accountants
Description
Analyze financial information and prepare financial reports to determine or maintain record of assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liability, or other financial activities within an organization.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, accountants employment is expected to grow at a rate of 10.7% from 2014 to 2024
Salary & Wages
- Cleveland-Elyria, OH
- Total Employment: 9
- Average Hourly Rate: $34.77
- Average Annual Salary: $72320
Budget Analysts
Description
Examine budget estimates for completeness, accuracy, and conformance with procedures and regulations. Analyze budgeting and accounting reports.
Career Outlook & Projections ()
According to the BLS, budget analysts employment is expected to grow at a rate of 2.5% from 2014 to 2024
Salary & Wages
- Cleveland-Elyria, OH
- Total Employment: 290
- Average Hourly Rate: $34.03
- Average Annual Salary: $70780
Credit Analysts
Description
Analyze credit data and financial statements of individuals or firms to determine the degree of risk involved in extending credit or lending money. Prepare reports with credit information for use in decision making.
Career Outlook & Projections ()
According to the BLS, credit analysts employment is expected to grow at a rate of 6.1% from 2014 to 2024
Salary & Wages
- Cleveland-Elyria, OH
- Total Employment: 470
- Average Hourly Rate: $36.06
- Average Annual Salary: $75010
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may give you an idea of the students Lakeland accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, Lakeland Community College may provide services to students like:- Online classes
- Classes offered on nights and weekends
- Remedial instructional courses
- Career path counseling
- Work study style employment
- Assisting students to find work
- Day care for children
Intercollegiate Athletics
Lakeland Community College is a Member of National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA), with many of the sports being in the NJCAA Division II classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Volleyball