Higher Learning Commission Continues Lakeshore College’s Accreditation
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
12/12/2024
CLEVELAND, WI —
Lakeshore College has received formal notification by the Higher Learning Commission that the college’s accreditation status has been continued.
“This achievement reflects our commitment to excellence and to serving our students and community at the highest level. The accreditation process is rigorous, and to come through a site visit with no required follow-up reporting is a significant accomplishment which speaks volumes about the integrity and strength of our institution,” said Lakeshore President Dr. Paul Carlsen.
As a Higher Learning Commission-accredited institution, Lakeshore College must uphold the same high standards of quality and excellence and meet the same rigorous criteria the commission requires of other colleges and universities it governs in the region. These include the University of Wisconsin-Madison, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, Marquette University, and St. Norbert College.
The Higher Learning Commission is one of six regional accrediting bodies authorized by the U.S. Department of Education. College accreditation includes approval to offer distance education courses and programs. Lakeshore has been an accredited higher education institution since 1977.
Information about Lakeshore’s accreditation can be found at gotoltc.edu/about/accreditation.
About Lakeshore College
Lakeshore College, formerly known as Lakeshore Technical College, is a comprehensive community and technical college educating more than 9,000 students annually. Students enroll at Lakeshore to master real-world, employable career skills and start their pursuit of a bachelor’s degree. Lakeshore faculty and staff are focused on providing each student an individualized learning experience.
Lakeshore College is a nationally recognized two-year college. The college was ranked #2 in the nation by Washington Monthly, #17 in the nation by Forbes, #20 in the nation by WalletHub.com, a top-150 two-year college by the Aspen Institute, a 2024 Bellwether Award winner, and named the 2021 Large Business/Industry of the Year by the Chamber of Manitowoc County.
Approximately 800 students graduate from Lakeshore each year, and associate degree graduates report earning a median salary of $55,698 within six months of graduating. In addition to the Cleveland campus, Lakeshore educates students at learning campuses in downtown Manitowoc and downtown Sheboygan. Classes are also offered at additional sites throughout the district. Visit Lakeshore at gotoltc.edu.
