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Lake-Sumter Community College
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Lake-Sumter Community College Academics
Established in 1962, Lake-Sumter Community College maintains three campus locations including Leesburg, South Lake, and Sumter. Accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Lake-Sumter Community College offers more than 30 degree, certificate, and diploma programs.
The college offers several associate degrees, including associate in arts (AA), associate in science (AS), and associate in applied science (AAS). The AA degree is designed to prepare students for transfer to four-year institutions where they pursue a bachelor’s degree. The AS degree provides students with a strong knowledge base which they may use to enter the workforce; or, they may use to transfer to a four-year college or university. The AAS, on the other hand, prepares students for immediate entry into the workforce. As part of the AS or AAS degree program, students can also earn technical certificates in specific fields through short-term career education which prepares students for entry into the workforce within two years.
Other programs available include distance learning, as well as computer institute and continuing education. Lake-Sumter Community College also offers dual enrollment for academically challenged high school students seeking both high school and college credits simultaneously. In addition, the Sumter campus has a new fire station which is used for hands-on training for students pursuing a degree in Fire Science Technology.
Lake-Sumter Community College Admissions
Lake-Sumter Community College is open to all students including high school graduates, transfer students, transient students, international students, as well as high school students who would like to get a jump start on their college education.
Prospective students are required to have a high school diploma or equivalent in order to apply. Interested students should fill out and submit an admissions application either on line or in person. There is a $25 non-refundable application fee when applying to Lake-Sumter Community College. In addition, prospective students are required to take a college placement test and schedule a student orientation.
International students must complete and submit a paper application along with a $70 non-refundable application fee to the Admissions and Records Office. For additional admissions information and requirements, go to the International Student Services website.
Lake-Sumter Community College Financial Aid
Lake-Sumter Community College offers several options for financial assistance including grants, scholarships, student loans, and work study programs. All students are required to fill out a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to be considered for financial assistance. The deadline for submitting a FAFSA is April 15. In addition, qualifying students must have their entire financial aid file completed by the following semester dates: fall semester—June 1; spring semester—November 9; and, summer semester—April 12. For additional information on aid availability, as well as detailed descriptions of each aid option, go to Lake-Sumter Community College’s website.
Lake-Sumter Community College Students
Lake-Sumter Community College is a two-year college which serves a wide range of commuting students through three campuses, including Leesburg campus, South Lake campus, and Sumter campus.
There are a variety of opportunities for students to get involved in campus life. The college has over 20 student clubs and organizations, student government, a student newspaper, fitness and wellness center, intramural sports, a student run radio station, intercollegiate sports, and a student fine arts magazine. In addition, the college has a student bookstore and a library on each campus.
Lake-Sumter Community College Athletics
Lake-Sumter Community College Lakers compete in the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) and the Mid-Florida Conference of the Florida Community College Activities Association (FCCAA). The Lakers are represented in the following intercollegiate sports: women’s volleyball, and softball; and, men’s baseball.
Scholarships are available to qualifying student-athletes who have excelled in athletics during high school and who have maintained academic excellence simultaneously. To inquire about scholarship opportunities and requirements, contact the Athletics department directly.
Lake-Sumter Community College also offers intramural sports including table tennis, golf, dodgeball, volleyball, basketball, ultimate frisbee, and billiards.
Information Summary
Ranks 2536th overall and 90th in Florida
| Overall Score
On StateUniversity.com (about) |
45.1 |
|---|---|
| Total Cost
On-Campus Attendance |
$2,888 |
| Admission
Success rate |
N/A |
| Student Ratio
Ratio of students to faculty |
20 : 1 |
| Retention
(Full-Time / Part-Time) |
60% / 45% |
| Enrollment
Total (all students) |
3,641 |
Demographics – Main Campus and Surrounding Areas
Reported area around or near Leesburg, FL 34788-8751
| Surrounding community | Small suburb (inside urban area but outside city, pop. under 100,000) |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 15,328 (13,151 urban / 2,177 rural) |
| Households | 7,358 (2.08 people per house) |
| Families | 4,944 (2.49 people per family) |
| Pop. — African American | 374 |
| Pop. — Asian | 167 |
| Pop. — Pacific Islander | 2 |
| Pop. — American Indian / Alaskan Native | 91 |
| Pop. — White (incl. Hispanic) | 14,710 |
| Pop. — Other | 127 |
Carnegie Foundation Classification
Associate's — Public Suburban-serving Single Campus
| Undergraduate | Associates |
|---|---|
| Graduate | N/A |
| Undergraduate Population | Higher part-time two-year |
| Enrollment | Exclusively undergraduate two-year |
| Size & Setting | Small two-year |
General Characteristics
| Highest offering | Associate's degree |
|---|---|
| Calendar System | Semester |
| Years of college work required | N/A |
| Variable Tuition |  |
Special Learning Opportunities
| Distance Learning | |
|---|---|
| ROTC — Army / Navy / Air Force |  —
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| Study Abroad | |
| Weekend College | |
| Teacher Certification | |
Student Tuition Costs and Fees
What are the typical tuition costs and fees for attending Lake-Sumter Community College?
Ranks 3305th for total cost of attendance
| In District | In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|---|
| FT Undergraduate Tuition | $2,038 | $2,038 | $7,582 |
| FT Undergraduate Required Fees | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| PT Undergraduate per Credit Hour | $68 | $68 | $253 |
| FT Graduate Tuition | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| FT Graduate Required Fees | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| PT Graduate per Credit Hour | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Total Cost of Attendance — On-Campus | $2,888 | $2,888 | $8,432 |
| Total Cost of Attendance — Off-Campus w/out Family | $12,075 | $12,075 | $17,619 |
| Total Cost of Attendance — Off-Campus with Family | $4,883 | $4,883 | $10,427 |
Student Tuition Cost History and Trends
Three year history and trends on the cost of attending
| In District | In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Published Tuition & Fees | $1,932  $2,038 |
$1,932  $2,038 |
$7,108  $7,582 |
| Cost (regardless of residency) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $850  $850 |
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| On-Campus – Room & Board | N/A  N/A |
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| On-Campus – Other Expenses | N/A  N/A |
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| Off-Campus w/out Family – Room & Board | $6,192  $6,192 |
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| Off-Campus w/out Family – Other Expenses | $2,995  $2,995 |
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| Off-Campus with Family – Room & Board | $1,995  $1,995 |
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Admission Criteria
What criteria does Lake-Sumter Community College use for admissions?
| Open Admissions | |
|---|---|
| Secondary School GPA / Rank / Record | N/A / N/A / N/A |
| College Prep. Completion | N/A |
| Recommendations | N/A |
| Formal competency demo | N/A |
| Admission test scores | N/A |
| TOEFL | N/A |
| Other tests | N/A |
= Required, 
= Recommended, 
= Neither required nor recommended
Admission Credits Accepted
What types of credits does Lake-Sumter Community College accept?
| Dual Credit | |
|---|---|
| Life Experience | |
| Advanced Placement (AP) | |
Athletics - Association Memberships
| Sports / Athletic Conference Memberships | NJCAA |
|---|
Student Services
| Remedial Services | |
|---|---|
| Academic / Career Counseling | |
| PT Cost-defraying Employment | |
| Career Placement | |
| On-Campus Day Care | |
| Library Facility | |
Student Living
| First-time Room / Board Required | |
|---|---|
| Dorm Capacity | N/A |
| Meals per Week | N/A |
| Room Fee | N/A |
| Board Fee | N/A |
Student Financial Aid Details
How many students use Financial Aid, and how much do they use?
Lake-Sumter Community College Ranks 4974th for the average student loan amount.
| Average | Users | % of Attendees | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Federal Grant Aid | $2,751 | 96 |  24% |
| State & Local Grant Aid | $1,264 | 197 |  48% |
| Institutional Grant Aid | $862 | 243 |  60% |
| Student Loan Aid | $1,858 | 22 |  5% |
| Any financial aid type | 307 |  75% |
Student Enrollment Demographics
How many students are enrolled at Lake-Sumter Community College?
| Men | Women | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
Non Resident Alien | 15 | 18 | 33 |
Black Non-Hispanic | 96 | 271 | 367 |
Hispanic | 105 | 208 | 313 |
Asian / Pacific Islander | 33 | 44 | 77 |
American Indian / Alaskan Native | 5 | 12 | 17 |
White Non-Hispanic | 934 | 1,811 | 2,745 |
Race Unknown | 38 | 51 | 89 |
| Total | 1,226 | 2,415 | 3,641 |
Most Popular Fields of Study
The top 5 fields of study completed at Lake-Sumter Community College.
| Men | Women | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 124 | 232 | 356 | |
| 9 | 59 | 68 | |
| 31 | N/A | 31 | |
| N/A | 12 | 12 | |
| 1 | 10 | 11 |
Student Completion / Graduation Demographics
How many students are successful graduates?
Faculty Compensation / Salaries
Lake-Sumter Community College Ranks 2790th for the average full-time faculty salary.
| Tenure system | |
|---|---|
| Average FT Salary | $42,577 ($44,242 male / $41,802 female) |
| Number of FT Faculty | 63 (20 male / 43 female) |
| Number of PT Faculty | 374 |
| FT Faculty Ratio | 0.2 : 1 |
| Total Benefits | $899,050 |
Lake-Sumter Community College Summary
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