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Tuition and Fees

Tuition and Fees at Lake Erie College

At Lake Erie College, we’re committed to transparency when it comes to the cost of your education. Our Tuition and Fees page provides a clear breakdown of expenses so you can plan confidently for your college experience. From tuition rates and housing costs to meal plans and general fees, you’ll find all the information you need to understand your investment in a Lake Erie College education.​

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A college education is an important investment, but represents a major expense in most families' budgets. At Lake Erie College, we are committed to helping students find the means to afford a quality private education.

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Payment Deadlines

  • Summer: Tuition payments due May 19

  • Fall: Tuition payments due August 25

  • Spring: Tuition payments due January 12

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Payment Options

Online with Credit Card or ACH Payments:

  • Current Students Make a Payment: Click Here!

  • ​New Students Make a Deposit: Click Here!

  • Other Payments like Employee Meals, Facility Rentals, and Horse Shows: Click Here!

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In Person

  • The Office of the Bursar is open Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–4:30 PM for in-person payments.

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Check

  • Mail payments to:
    Office of the Bursar
    Lake Erie College
    391 West Washington Street
    Painesville, OH 44077

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Payment Plan Option

Payment plans will be available on Transact each semester. Enrollment fee: $30 per plan

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Fall Semester

  • First day to enroll: July 1
    Installments: 5 (July 15–Nov 15)

  • Last day to enroll: Sept 10
    Installments: 3 (Sept 15–Nov 15)

Spring Semester

  • First day to enroll: Nov 15
    Installments: 5 (Dec 15–Apr 15)

  • Last day to enroll: Feb 10
    Installments: 3 (Feb 15–Apr 15)

International students experiencing issues accessing the online payment page may contact bursar@lec.edu for assistance.

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2026-2027 Undergraduate tuition and fees

Full-Time Undergraduate (12-18 credit hours per semester)

  • Tuition (per semester): $18,900

  • Annual Tuition: $37,800

  • General Fees (per semester): $1,000

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Part-Time Undergraduate

  • Tuition (per credit hour): $1,300

  • General College Fee (per credit hour): $75

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2026-2027 graduate tuition and fees

Master's Programs

  • Master of Education (M.Ed.): $600 per credit hour

  • Master of Business Administration (MBA): $750 per credit hour

  • Master of Professional Studies (MPS): $750 per credit hour

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Physician Assistant (PA) Tuition (per semester):

  • Per Semester (Cohort Starting May 2026): $14,880

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2026-2027 Additional fees​

  • International Application Processing Fee: $200

  • Continuing International Student Fee: $150 per semester

  • Academic Program Abroad Fee: Varies

  • Audits (general): Prevailing tuition and fees per credit hour

  • Graduation Fee: $250

  • Late Registration Fee: $165

  • Late Payment Fee: $50 per month (max $200 per semester)

  • Returned Check Fee: $30

  • Athletic Insurance Fee: $250

  • Senior Citizen Audit (age 62+): $50 per class

  • Study Tour Surcharge: Assessed per tour

  • Transcript Fee: $10

  • Tuition Payment Plan: $30 per semester/term

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2026-2027 Equine Studies fees

  • Student Horse Board - Limited Care Plus: $2,449 per semester

  • Student Horse Board - Limited Care: $1,961 per semester

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Office of Financial Aid

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