C
Average
Score: 51/100
Overall (traditional)
B+
Outcome Rating
77/100 · earnings-weighted

Lake Region State College

2-Year Public
📍 Devils Lake, North Dakota 58301
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 51%
Outcomes
C+
57/100
Affordability
C+
60/100
Resources
C
52/100
Experience
C+
61/100
Prestige
F
26/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

1,810
Total Enrollment
51%
Graduation Rate
65%
Retention Rate
20.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$10,867
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Lake Region State College ▼

19% of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.

Avg Home Value
$247,368
Avg Monthly Rent
$783
1-Year Change
+6.0%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Lake Region State College, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$49,502
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$40,388
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$10,293
Median debt at graduation
52.4%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
10.2%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 21% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 91st percentile among associate-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (ND wage index 0.93). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Lake Region State College

Median pay of associate's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$68,214$76,290-6%#652 of 962#674$13,000
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities$19,014$41,669-6%#559 of 947#527$9,490

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Lake Region State College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $247,368
  • Avg rent near campus: $783/mo — vs ~$353/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 58301 (2.5% cap, Devils Lake)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $4,250 $4,250
Room $3,180
Board $5,400
Total Cost (On-Campus) $19,527 $19,527

Financial Aid

97%
Receive Any Aid
32%
Receive Pell Grants
49%
Take Out Loans
$10,867
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$6,663
$30,001 - $48,000$7,867
$48,001 - $75,000$11,297
$75,001 - $110,000$13,438
$110,001+$14,249

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 106 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 38 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 37 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Police Science 36 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 17 grads/yr Agricultural Business and Management, General 12 grads/yr Child Care Provider/Assistant 9 grads/yr Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist 8 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 7 grads/yr Computer Installation and Repair Technology/Technician 6 grads/yr Language Interpretation and Translation 5 grads/yr Management Information Systems, General 5 grads/yr General Merchandising, Sales, and Related Marketing Operations, Other 5 grads/yr Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Other 4 grads/yr Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 2 grads/yr Physical Fitness Technician 2 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Lake Region State College's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses
$62k/yr 651,400 jobs
Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
Detectives and criminal investigators
$94k/yr 117,900 jobs
Police and sheriff's patrol officers
$76k/yr 698,800 jobs
Criminal justice and law enforcement teachers, postsecondary
$71k/yr 16,200 jobs
Bailiffs
$57k/yr 19,000 jobs

Student Demographics

1,810
Total Students
61%
Women
40%
Traditional Age (18-24)
19%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 74%
Hispanic 4%
Black 2%
Asian 1%
Two or More 4%
Non-Resident 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 57%
Off-Campus (Renters) 19%
With Family 24%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~342 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 41%
Hybrid (Some Online) 13%
Fully Online 46%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 40%
25-64 (Adult) 17%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Lake Region State College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Lake Region State College?
Tuition at Lake Region State College is $4,250 for in-state students and $4,250 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $10,867.
What is the graduation rate at Lake Region State College?
The graduation rate at Lake Region State College is 51%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Lake Region State College a good school?
Lake Region State College has a Repit College Score of 51/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Lake Region State College?
Lake Region State College has a total enrollment of 1,810 students.
Is there rental demand near Lake Region State College?
Yes! Approximately 19% of students at Lake Region State College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 342 students who need rental housing near campus.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology