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|From the PresidentWelcome to Lake Land College! As a community college in the Midwest, we offer you the perfect opportunity to transition to life in the United States. You will join students from around the world, including countries in Asia, Europe, South America, Africa and the Middle East. We value our international students and look forward to welcoming you to our Lake Land College family. You can begin working toward your bachelor’s degree at Lake Land College by enrolling in one of our many transfer programs. After graduation, you can transfer to a four-year university within the U.S. to complete your degree.

Our beautiful campus is home to a variety of buildings, computer labs, dining services and other facilities designed to create the total college experience for you. Our outstanding faculty will get to know you by name and will help you reach your goals. Outside of the classroom, the office of International Studies staff helps students with housing, transportation and other student needs.

Lake Land College and the Mattoon community are great places to live, learn and experience the United States. Why don’t you take a moment to learn more about the wonderful opportunities waiting for you at Lake Land College? Please feel free to contact our International Studies Program with your questions!

Dr. Josh BullockPresident Lake Land College

excellenceAcademic

“I am currently a junior majoring in Civil Engineering at the University of Illinois, which is one of the best schools for engineering in the nation and this has been made possible thanks to the quality based instruction and excellent education I received at Lake Land College. LLC has laid the ground-work necessary for achieving academic success and reaching my career goal, which is constructing sustainable infrastructures that will raise the standard of living for all Congolese people. In a few years, I will be able to make an impact in my home country. I will always remember that Lake Land College has greatly contributed to shaping the asset that I will be in society.”

— Joseph Bongungu — Democratic Republic of the Congo Lake Land College Alumnus, University of Illinois student majoring in Civil Engineering

|About our CampusThe 317-acre campus hosts nine major buildings plus six supportive buildings, a recently renovated library and resource center, a Subway© restaurant, two campus ponds, a 165-acre agriculture land laboratory, numerous computer and science labs, a radio/TV lab, a cosmetology clinic and a dental clinic, and even a Frisbee golf course for you to enjoy! Our safe and friendly campus will make you feel comfortable while you are away from home.

educationStart your American

|Start HereLake Land College is a public community college located in Mattoon, Illinois, U.S.A. Beginning at a community college is a smart way to start your studies, as tuition is, on average, less than half of a public university. Our small class sizes also give you the individualized attention from faculty that you deserve.

Understanding the community college system After two years of full-time study in a degree program, community college students earn what is called an associate degree. Certain associate degrees qualify students to begin working in their field immediately (associate of applied science, or AAS degrees).

The majority of Lake Land College’s degrees, however, are known as transfer degrees and they prepare students to be accepted at a university to complete a bachelor’s degree. Students pursuing a transfer associate degree, called an associate of arts (AA) or an associate of science (AS), take required general education courses as well as courses from a chosen major. With the help of an academic advisor and careful planning, courses taken at Lake Land College will transfer to a university, and the student can begin at a university as a third-year student. This is sometimes called the “2 + 2” approach to earning a four-year degree — two years at community college and two years at a university.

This is a very economical way to earn a bachelor’s degree and it also gives you the opportunity to have two different American college experiences.

Is my transfer to a university guaranteed? Community colleges and universities have a rich history of working together to ensure that students can transfer easily to a university after completing an associate degree. In Illinois, a formal agreement called the Illinois Articulation Initiative (itransfer.org) helps guarantee the smooth transfer of Lake Land College course credits to nearly 100 other colleges and universities in Illinois. The term “articulation” means that certain courses at Lake Land College are equal to courses offered at four-year colleges and universities.

Students may also transfer to a four-year college or university outside the state of Illinois, though these schools are not covered by the Illinois Articulation Initiative. Students wishing to transfer out-of-state will have to plan, with the help of a counselor, the courses they should take to meet the requirements of the out-of-state school.

Top 5 Transfer Universities 1. Eastern Illinois University 2. Southern Illinois University- Carbondale 3. Southern Illinois University- Edwardsville 4. University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 5. Indiana State University

to attendCost

|A Future You Can AffordLake Land College’s total cost of tuition, textbooks, fees, supplies, medical insurance and living expenses is about $18,000 per academic year — significantly less than what expenses would be at a university.

Estimated annual expenses for the 2014-15 academic year:

Tuition and college fees (Two semesters, total 24 credits, full academic year) $10,400 Living expenses (10 month apartment lease) $4,600 Health insurance (mandatory) $1,500 Books and Supplies $1,500

Total annual cost for Lake Land College $18,000

International students pay tuition at the out-of-state rate, which is $436.16 per credit hour. International students are not eligible for federal financial aid and should expect to pay this amount per year of study. Once enrolled at Lake Land College, international students are eligible for scholarships available to all students through the Lake Land College Foundation.

|Lake Land College cares about our international students and we offer you many services including:

• An easy-to-understand application process

• Airport pick-up assistance

• A special international orientation prior to the start of a student’s first semester

• Specialized workshops on a variety of topics important to international students

• Assistance with housing arrangements

• Social and cultural activities to help students understand American culture

• Advice on university transfer options

• Assistance with immigration application completion, including Optional Practical Training for job/internship opportunities

• Immigration advisement

locatedconvieniently

|LocationLake Land College is located in Mattoon, Illinois, a small, mid-western town approximately three hours south of Chicago, Illinois. The location of Mattoon provides the best of both worlds. If offers a small-town atmosphere conducive for studying, but it is only a short drive away from big city amenities. It is conveniently located only 15 minutes from Eastern Illinois University and 45 minutes from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

The Mattoon community is very warm and welcoming to Lake Land international students. Through our “Global Friends” program, international students are paired with local families to engage in culture sharing activities. This helps our students educate the community on their home country traditions as well as helps students learn about the American way of life.

In a survey by StateUniversity.com, Lake Land College was voted the fourth safest campus nationwide and the safest in the state of Illinois! Campus is monitored 24-hours-a-day by a staff of highly trained police officers. You can be sure that your time at Lake Land College will be safe and secure!

Housing Student apartments are available within walking distance from campus through cooperation with a private company.

Though there is no on-campus housing, we will help you find the best housing for your needs.

get started?How do I

|Applying is Easy!Take the first step to your American education by completing our simple application process.

• Submit your International Student Intent to Enroll at lakelandcollege.edu/international

• Provide proof of high school/secondary school completion

• Submit Financial Affidavit and corresponding bank statements

• Provide a copy of your Passport showing legal name

• Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is not required. You will take our English placement test to determine your English proficiency. The test is held during the International Student Orientation.

However, IF you have taken the TOEFL, please provide your results. Scores required to begin regular classes are 61 ibt/500 pbt.

Detailed instructions and forms are available at: lakelandcollege.edu/international

When should I apply? Our semesters are 16 weeks long. Classes begin in late August and early-January. The summer term is mid-June to mid-August. Application deadlines for students in need of an F-1 visa are July 15 for fall semester, November 15 for spring semester, and April 15 for our 8-week summer term. Students currently studying in the United States and wishing to transfer to Lake Land College are accepted on a rolling basis.

|Intensive English Language Program (IELP)What if I don’t have a TOEFL? No TOEFL, no problem! Lake Land College offers an Intensive English Language Program (IELP) for the non-native speaker. The IELP offers beginning, intermediate and advanced instruction in reading, writing and speaking. Students at the beginning and intermediate levels will be enrolled full-time in the program. Advanced level students may be co-enrolled in a limited number of regular college courses. Students applying for admission to the IELP will be assigned to the appropriate level based on placement testing upon arrival.

The IELP includes group classes along with individual instruction.

“Lake Land was an amazing experience for me and I have learned so much from every person I met here. I was well prepared to transfer to the University of Illinois at Chicago.” — Kubra Iqbal — Pakistan Lake Land College Alumna majoring in Business Administration at the University of Illinois — Chicago

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“The first time I came here, I was surprised by the landscape, because it is countryside, different from my hometown. I was really worried about how I could live here. However, my fears were groundless. Everybody is so kind. My American friends have helped me adapt to living here. You cannot see any skyscrapers or ride a subway, but you can see your future here, like me.”

— Junsoo (Marvin) Lee — South Korea Lake Land College Alumnus majoring in Political Science at Eastern Illinois University

Agriculture Workforce Ready Ag Power Technology Agriculture Business & Supply Agriculture Production & Management Alternative Ag Production Crop Production Horticulture Horticultural Production & Landscape John Deere Tech Livestock Production

Transfer ReadyAgriculture Pre-Veterinary Medicine

Allied HealthWorkforce Ready Associate Degree in Nursing Basic Nurse Assisting Dental Hygiene Emergency Medical ServicesFire Science TechnologyMassage Therapy Paramedical Services Physical Therapist Assistant Practical Nursing

BusinessWorkforce Ready Accounting Administrative Assistant

Executive • Legal • MedicalComputer Applications Specialist Cosmetology Cosmetology—Nail Technology Cosmetology Teacher Desktop Publishing/Graphic DesignE-Commerce Marketing EntrepreneurshipEsthetics Health Information & Medical CodingInformation Technology

Computer Applications • Computer Game Development • Digital Media Specialist • Network Administration • Programming • Web Technology

Management Marketing Medical Coding Specialist Medical Transcriptionist Office Assistant/Receptionist Office Management Office Technology Skills

General • Medical • MOSProfessional Sales

Transfer ReadyBusiness Administration

Accounting • Finance • Management • Marketing

Business Education

Humanities & Communications Workforce Ready Radio/TV Broadcasting Broadcast Announcing Radio Broadcasting TV Field/Studio Production Transfer Ready Art English Liberal Arts Speech Communication

Programs

of study

Lake Land College has been ranked in the

Top 10% of all community colleges in the U.S.

Math & ScienceWorkforce Ready Geospatial Technology

Transfer ReadyBiological Science (Non-Teaching) Chemistry Clinical Laboratory Science Conservation—Pre-ForestryConservation—Pre-WildlifeEarth Science Engineering Environmental Science Mathematics Physics Pre-Chiropractic Pre-Dentistry Pre-Engineering Pre-Medicine Pre-Nursing Pre-Pharmacy Pre-Physical Therapy

Social Science & Education Workforce Ready Child & Family Services Early Childhood Care & Education Human Services Paraprofessional Education— Teacher Aide Nanny Child Care Provider Transfer Ready Criminal Justice Early Childhood Education Economics Elementary Education Health Education History Mathematics Education Physical Education Political Science Psychology Recreation Science Education Sociology/Social Work Special Education

Technology Workforce Ready Advanced Automation & Control Technology Automotive Mechanic Automotive Technology Building Construction Technology Civil Engineering Technology Civil Engineering Technology Co-op CNC Operator CNC Programmer Computer Integrated Manufacturing Technology Computer-Aided Design Computer-Aided Drafting Computer Technician Computer Troubleshooting Electronic Communication Technician Electronic Control Technology Electronic System Specialist Heating, Venting, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Technology Industrial Maintenance Instrumentation & Control Technology Mechanical Electrical Technology Programmable Logic Controllers Renewable Energy Renewable Energy Management Residential Wiring Sustainable Energy Welding Transfer Ready Civil Engineering Technology/ Advanced Technical Studies Electronic Engineering Technology

In addition to public universities within Illinois, our graduates have also transferred to:

Bethel University (McKenzie, TN) Columbia College (Rolla, MO) North Park University (Chicago, IL) Rose-Hulman Technical Institute (Terre Haute, IN) St. John’s University (Queens, NY) Southeast Missouri State University (Cape Gireadau, MO) University of Alabama at Birmingham University of Alabama at Tuscaloosa University of Hawaii at Hilo University of Minnesota Twin Cities (Minneapolis) University of Northwestern Ohio (Lima, OH) The Ohio State University (Columbus, OH)

College

life

|Student Fitness Center & AthleticsYou have access to a state-of-the-art workout facility as a Lake Land College student. Cardio machines, free-weights, a stretching area and a classroom offer a variety of options to fitness minded students.

Intramurals Weekly, free activities are planned for students ranging from bowling to basketball.

Athletics Whether you are an athlete or a sports enthusiast, Lake Land College has five intercollegiate sports and cheerleading.

Volleyball Men’s Basketball Women’s Basketball

Softball Baseball Cheerleading

For more information, contact:

International Studies ProgramLake Land College

5001 Lake Land Blvd.Mattoon, IL 61938 USA

international@lakelandcollege.edu