A visiting student is a non-degree seeking student who wants to enroll in Lake Forest College courses for academic credit.

Individuals who have not completed a bachelor’s degree, may not complete more than eight (8) credits as a visiting student. Individuals that have completed a bachelor’s degree are not limited in the number of courses they may pursue as a visiting student. Visiting students are not eligible for financial aid.

Please note:

·       Lake Forest College requires official transcripts from high school (if the individual has not completed an undergraduate degree) and for any college coursework completed in order to be accepted as a visiting student. Transcripts should be submitted via email to the Admissions Office at admissions@lakeforest.edu.

·       The College also requires an informal interview which can be either in-person or virtual.

·       Applicants are notified of admission status once their file is complete.

Once your application is complete, we will review for admission and you can expect to hear back in approximately two weeks. For questions please contact Melissa Naughton at naughton@lakeforest.edu or by phone at 847-735-5009.