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Lake-Sumter State College

Leesburg, FL·Public·3,572 students
Last updated: March 21, 2026

A good fit for families who need the lowest possible cost and students who prefer a mid-size campus. no major red flags in the data. a public school with 3,572 students.

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3,572
Students
$5,742
Net Price
45%
Grad Rate
$34,900
Earnings
10 yr
$4,500
Debt

About This School

Lake-Sumter State College is a public institution located in Leesburg, Florida with approximately 3,572 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $5,742 per year. The graduation rate is 45%, and the typical graduate earns $34,900 within 10 years of enrollment.

Lake–Sumter State College is a public college with multiple campuses in Central Florida: three campuses in Lake and Sumter Counties; the original campus in Leesburg; the South Lake Campus in Clermont; and the Sumter Campus in Sumterville. It is a member of the Florida College System. The college also partners with The Villages Charter High School as a dual enrollment site.

The numbers tell a mixed story here: at just $5,742 per year after aid and a median debt of only $4,500 at graduation, this is one of the most affordable paths to a degree you'll find anywhere. However, the 45% graduation rate is a real concern — nearly half of students don't finish — so it's worth honestly asking what support systems you'll need to stay on track. Worth considering if you're cost-conscious and have a clear plan, but go in with your eyes open about the completion challenge.

Setting
Midsize suburb

Popular Programs

Health Professions11%
Business & Marketing8%
Computer Science2%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$3,292
Out-of-State Tuition
$13,276
Avg Net Price
$5,742
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants30%
Median debt at graduation$4,500

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
45%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
N/A
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$34,900
after enrollment
Median Debt
$4,500
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$4,500
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$27,000
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$34,900
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 7.8x

Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White47%
Black13%
Hispanic/Latino30%
Asian4%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (3,572 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Lake-Sumter State College

9501 US Hwy 441

Leesburg, FL 34788-8751

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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