Lake Land College

What Lake Land College does

Lake Land College is a public community college founded in 1966 in Mattoon, Illinois, serving the Lake Land College District in east-central Illinois. The institution operates an open-door admission policy and delivers associate degrees, certificates, dual credit coursework, adult education (GED/ESL), and community education to prospective college students, in-district high school students, adult learners, and local businesses. Physical delivery spans three sites: the main campus at 5001 Lake Land Blvd. in Mattoon, the Eastern Region Center in Marshall, and the Effingham Technology Center, supplemented by online learning for distance education.

The college's underlying technology footprint is centered on a standard online learning platform for distance education, hands-on 3-D printing and applied technology equipment at the Effingham Technology Center, and student-staffed media infrastructure including WLKL 89.9 FM ('The Max Alternative,' 1300 watts, alternative rock format, 25-30 mile broadcast radius) and The Navigator student newspaper. Specialized programmatic accreditations (nursing, dental, EMS, physical therapy, automotive, allied health) require discipline-specific instructional facilities and credentialed faculty.

The revenue model combines per-credit tuition and fees (with in-district, in-state, and out-of-state tiers), Illinois state appropriations including categorical grants such as IGEN, federal financial aid, philanthropic gifts and gift-in-kind donations (e.g., Stihl equipment, Graber Building Supply), and employer-funded workforce training through the Center for Business and Industry. Non-credit personal enrichment is offered via a separate learn.lakelandcollege.edu portal. Pricing tiers include subscription-style per-seat tuition for in-district students, annual financial aid and scholarship cycles, and a Net Price Calculator tool for prospective students. The go-to-market motion is sales-led and community-anchored: high school counselor relationships drive dual credit enrollment, community partnerships and regional outreach (Eastern Region Center, Effingham Technology Center) extend reach, and multi-channel marketing (website, Facebook, X, YouTube, WLKL radio, community events, news releases) supports top-of-funnel recruitment. The institution employs 251-500 staff, maintains a 14:1 student-to-faculty ratio, and operates under a Board of Trustees with no parent company or private equity ownership.

Name

Lake Land College

Legal name

Lake Land College

Website

https://lakelandcollege.edu

Company type

Private

Founded year

1966

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Lake Land College is a public community college in Mattoon, Illinois, founded in 1966, serving the east-central Illinois district with associate degrees, certificates, dual credit, adult education, and workforce training delivered across three campuses and online.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community College Education

NAICS

Junior Colleges (61121), Junior Colleges (6112)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Rural/Regional Community Colleges (EDAHADAK)

Keywords

• Community college education
• Associate degree programs
• Workforce training services
• Adult education GED
• Dual credit courses

Headquarters

HQ city

Mattoon

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Fees: Revenue from student tuition and fees for credit-bearing courses and programs. Lake Land College maintains an open-door admission policy with affordable tuition rates for in-district students.
2. State Funding and Grants: Illinois state funding for public community colleges, including categorical grants for specific programs. Received IGEN (Illinois Green Energy Network) grant for sustainability initiatives.
3. Gifts and Donations: Philanthropic contributions including gift-in-kind donations such as equipment from Stihl and Graber Building Supply.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Lake Land College is a public community college delivering affordable, open-door higher education across east-central Illinois. Its core offerings include associate degrees, certificates, dual credit courses, adult education (GED/ESL), online learning, and workforce training through the Center for Business and Industry, supplemented by CDL truck driver training, IDOT training, and traffic safety programs. Students can pursue transfer pathways to four-year universities or workforce-ready credentials in high-demand fields.

Product overview

Lake Land College offers a portfolio of educational programs and student services rather than a unified product platform. Core offerings include academic degree programs (Associate in Applied Science in Radio/TV Broadcasting), student media properties (WLKL 89.9 The Max Alternative radio station, The Navigator student newspaper), and community engagement programs (Serve Your Community Volunteer Program, Laker Food Pantry). The institution provides these services to students as part of its educational mission, not as commercial products.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• WLKL 89.9 The Max Alternative: The college's student-staffed radio station broadcasting alternative rock, located in the Northwest Building on campus. This 1300 watt station reaches a 25-30 mile radius of the campus.
• The Navigator

Products and services

• Associate Degree and Certificate Programs Credit-bearing academic programs leading to associate degrees (transfer and workforce-ready) and certificates for in-district, in-state, and out-of-state students seeking affordable higher education or career credentials.
• Dual Credit Program Allows in-district high school students to earn college credit through high school partnerships, supporting smooth college transitions and reduced higher education costs.
• Online Learning / Distance Education Distance education program delivered through an online learning platform, providing flexibility for remote learners and working adults to complete coursework anywhere.
• Adult Education – GED and ESL Foundational education services providing GED preparation, English as a Second Language (ESL) instruction, and adult basic education for adult learners seeking skills completion and employment readiness.
• CDL – Commercial Truck Driver Training Commercial truck driver training program preparing students for Class A CDL certification and entry into the commercial driving workforce.
• Center for Business and Industry (CBI) Workforce Training Workforce development and continuing education services for local employers and industries, including professional development, customized corporate training, career and business development, IDOT training, and traffic safety programs.
• 3-D Printing Educational Technology Center (Effingham) Educational program offering hands-on 3-D printing instruction and practical applications for high school and college students at the Effingham Technology Center.
• Radio/TV Broadcasting Associate Degree Program Associate in Applied Science program preparing students for careers in broadcasting, sound engineering, film/video editing, and production, with workforce-ready and transfer pathway options.
• Community Education Non-Credit Courses Non-credit personal enrichment and professional development courses for community members offered through the community education portal at learn.lakelandcollege.edu.

Quantifiable outcome

• 50% graduation rate within 150% of scheduled time for first-time full-time degree seekers
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• StihlminorOthers · 13 June 2026Stihl provided gift-in-kind donation of battery-powered landscaping equipment to Lake Land College in support of sustainability and workforce training.
• Graber Building SupplyminorOthers · 13 June 2026Locally owned Graber Building Supply supplied the Stihl electric lawn mower purchased with IGEN grant funding. Also provided gift-in-kind donation.
• American Red CrossminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner organization for Lake Land College's Serve Your Community Volunteer Program, providing students opportunities for volunteer service.
• The Haven Homeless ShelterminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner organization for Lake Land College's Serve Your Community Volunteer Program, providing shelter services in Mattoon area.
• HOPE of East Central IllinoisminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner organization for Lake Land College's Serve Your Community Volunteer Program, providing services to victims of domestic violence.
• Big Brothers Big SistersminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner organization for Lake Land College's Serve Your Community Volunteer Program, providing mentorship opportunities.
• Douglas Hart Nature CenterminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner organization for Lake Land College's Serve Your Community Volunteer Program, providing environmental education volunteer opportunities.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Southeastern Illinois College: Public community college in Harrisburg, Illinois, serving a rural southern Illinois district. Comparable on rural-community mission, associate/transfer pathways, and reliance on state appropriations and local property tax revenue.
• Heartland Community College: Public community college in Normal, Illinois, offering transfer, career-technical, and adult education programs. Comparable in scale and Illinois Community College System membership, with similar dual-credit and online learning offerings.
• Kankakee Community College: Public community college in Kankakee, Illinois, offering associate degrees, workforce training, and adult education to a similar regional/rural Illinois population. Direct comparable on governance structure and funding mix.
• Shawnee Community College: Public community college in southern Illinois (Ullin) serving a small, rural district with associate degrees and workforce training. Comparable on Illinois rural-community-college profile, scale, and reliance on state appropriations.
• Parkland College: Public community college in Champaign, Illinois (adjacent to Lake Land's district) offering associate degrees, certificates, workforce training, and university transfer. Directly comparable on geography, Illinois funding model, and program mix including technical and health programs.
• Danville Area Community College: Public community college in Danville, Illinois (east-central Illinois), offering associate degrees, adult education, and workforce training in a comparable rural setting. Direct comp on Illinois funding model and target student demographics.
• Lincoln Land Community College: Public community college in Springfield, Illinois, serving a similarly rural central-Illinois district with associate degrees, workforce credentials, and dual credit. Comparable on governance, public funding mix, and the breadth of health/technical programs offered.
• Richland Community College: Two-year public community college located in Decatur, Illinois, serving a similar rural/regional east-central Illinois population with associate degrees, workforce training, and dual-credit programs. Direct comparable on size, mission, governance (Illinois Community College System), and funding model.
• Illinois Central College: Public community college in Peoria, Illinois, providing associate degrees, certificates, and workforce development across central Illinois. Comparable on size (multi-campus), Illinois funding model, and breadth of health sciences, trades, and transfer programs.

Regional players

• Eastern Illinois University: Four-year public regional university located in Charleston, Illinois, immediately adjacent to Lake Land's district and a primary transfer destination for Lake Land students (15% transfer-out rate documented). Provides regional higher-education competition, particularly for transfer-bound students.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/LakeLandBuzz
• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/LakeLandCollegeIL
• Facebookfacebook.com/123284675402
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/lake-land-college

Compliance10 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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