Undergraduate Program
Lakeland offers a wide variety of academic programs - something of interest for everyone. Haven't decided on a major yet? Not sure what you want to do? Not to worry; 70% of incoming freshman choose "undecided" for their major. In many ways, this allows them to experience a variety of different Lakeland coursework before committing to a field of study.
Academic Majors
Academic Minors
In addition to a wide variety of majors, Lakeland also offers a good selection of minors.
Many students choose to round out their degree by selecting one or two complementary minors to make themselves more marketable after college.
* DPI has approved Lakeland College's offering of a Science teaching minor with a focus on Life and Environmental Science at the Middle Childhood/Early Adolescence level .
Quick Facts
Description
Lakeland College was founded in 1862 as a seminary/college known as Missionshaus. It is a four-year, co-ed independent liberal arts college related to the United Church of Christ. Lakeland College also includes the William R. Kellett School, which has seven locations throughout Wisconsin for adult evening classes, and Lakeland College Online, offering a bachelor’s degree program completely online. Lakeland is fully accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
Enrollment
Lakeland’s student population is around 4,000, including over 900
students enrolled in the traditional undergraduate campus based day program.
The remainder are full- and part-time students enrolled in adult evening
and online programs. Lakeland College has a higher percentage of international
students than any other public or private college in Wisconsin, with over
13 percent of students coming from 30 countries outside the U.S. Lakeland
also has a campus in Tokyo, Japan, and foreign study options are available in Europe and Asia.
Location
The 239-acre campus is in a rural setting just minutes west of Sheboygan, a city of 50,000 on the shore of Lake Michigan.
Student/Faculty Ratio
The student/faculty ratio at Lakeland is 18:1. There are no teaching assistants
and the average class size is 16 students. Full-time professors are supplemented
by part-time faculty who are experts in their field and bring real-life
experience to the classroom.
Food
Three on-campus food service facilities provide meals ranging from cafeteria-style meals to fast food.
Health/Safety
A nurse is available for minor health concerns and can make referrals for advanced-level care. A psychotherapist is available for counseling for students who seek help for academic, vocational or personal problems. Security staff are on campus 24 hours a day and offer escort service upon request.
Religious Activities
Ecumenical services are held in the Ley Chapel at various times throughout the year, most frequently around religious holidays. Area churches and synagogues also welcome Lakeland students, faculty
and staff.
Hayssen Academic Resource Center (HARC)
Free tutoring services for writing, math, science and general studies courses are available to all Lakeland students. Staff also provide assistance in building research, note taking, editing, test taking and time management skills. The HARC coordinates and provides appropriate resources for students with disabilities.
Additional Resources