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Make It Lake Forest

You're not just going to college. You're going to make it.

Sure, you’re going to learn a lot, make new friends, and have a ton of fun. But what you’re really doing is getting ready for the big world out there. You’re going to find out what you’re really good at and what you love doing, and you’re going to make a career of it.

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Value College U.S. News & World Report
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Student Experience Wall Street Journal

Earn up to $32,000 in annual scholarship

To get an idea of the scholarship you may be eligible for, see the chart below using your high school GPA (weighted or unweighted) and your ACT or SAT score.  Not planning to take a standardized test? Students who plan to apply test-optional are still eligible to earn up to $32,000 in annual scholarship.

Our Forester Flagship Program provides qualified in-state first-year students with 100% of the College’s tuition covered in grants and scholarships.

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Lake Forest College was the perfect choice for me because I wanted to attend a college that was close to home while still being far enough away to live on campus. That way, I stayed close to my family while staying independent as a college student.
Isabella Nuno '22

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You'll have a Career Advisor starting from Day One

Our approach to career preparation has proven successful: 98% of recent grads had jobs, attended graduate school, or had other chosen opportunities lined up within six to nine months of graduation.

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