Lorain County Community College SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements
With a 64.1% acceptance rate, Lorain County CC is a realistic option for many applicants, so your strategy should focus on placement, program fit, and keeping costs low. Because it is test-optional, use SAT or ACT scores when they strengthen your record or help with course placement.
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Lorain County Community College facts and stats
Lorain County Community College enrolls about 9,350 undergraduate students in a suburban campus setting. Lorain County CC has a 14:1 student-to-faculty ratio. Its profile reflects a mid-sized community college environment with a suburban feel.
Elyria, OH

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Key Lorain County Community College application dates
Key dates
Regular Decision
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Early Action
Not offered
Early Decision
Not offered
Priority Deadline
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Coming soon
Test dates
August 22, 2026
Registration deadline: August 7, 2026
September 12, 2026
Registration deadline: August 28, 2026
October 3, 2026
Registration deadline: September 18, 2026
September 19, 2026
Registration deadline: August 14, 2026
October 17, 2026
Registration deadline: September 11, 2026
December 12, 2026
Registration deadline: November 6, 2026
If you choose to submit scores to test-optional Lorain County CC, take your first SAT or ACT by the spring of junior year, then use the summer before senior year and the fall of senior year for retakes. Lorain County CC does not offer Early Action or Early Decision, so use its Regular Decision deadline once available to decide whether an October, November, or December retake will still arrive in time.
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What you'll actually pay
Lorain County CC lists in-state tuition at $4,432 and out-of-state tuition at $8,373. About 59% of students receive financial aid, with an average merit award of $3,066.

Out-of-state tuition at Lorain County CC is $8,373, compared with $4,432 for in-state tuition. Room and board is $8,272, so students living away from home should budget beyond tuition. About 59% of students receive aid, with an average aid package of $4,769. Merit awards average $3,066, which can further reduce the amount students pay out of pocket.
Student life at Lorain County Community College
Campus housing details coming soon.
No fraternity or sorority life on campus.
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