1. Office of Admission

First-Time Freshmen| Take the World by Storm

Welcome to one of the most significant decisions you will make for your future. 

Lake Erie College has been helping students launch their futures since 1856. We believe in your potential — and we make the application process simple and supportive. We take a holistic approach to admission, considering your academics, activities, and community involvement

Application Process for First-Year Students

Here is what you’ll need:

  • Application

  • Transcript

    • Official high school transcript

Optional:

Freshmen Merit Scholarships

Get rewarded for your academic performance where it counts! Merit scholarships are awarded to students who are enrolled full-time at the institution. Students enrolled on a part-time basis are not eligible for merit-based scholarships or certain other forms of institutional aid.

The Fine Print

You are expected to be enrolled in a college preparatory course of study in secondary school in order to have a solid academic foundation to begin college-level coursework. The cumulative grade point average in the core academic classes should be no lower than 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.

This course of study should include:

  • 4 years of English

  • 3 years of math

  • 3 years of natural science (2 with lab component)

  • 3 years of history and/or social studies

  • 2 years of foreign language

Student Confirmation Deposit Guideline - May 1

  • All admitted first-time freshmen wishing to reserve a seat in the freshman class must submit a $200 new student enrollment deposit.

  • You are encouraged to submit your deposit as soon as you are certain that LEC is your college choice; room assignments and roommate preferences are based on the date of submission priority. Additional deposit information and the Confirmation of Enrollment form will arrive with the acceptance package.

  • The enrollment deposit is fully refundable up until May 1.

Lake Erie College adheres to the National Candidates Reply Date of May 1; however, we will continue to honor confirmation deposits for all students on a space-available basis until the first day of fall classes.

Office of Admission