President's Message

Welcome to Lorain County Community College!

At LCCC, your success is our top priority. Since 1963, we’ve been committed to providing high-quality, affordable and accessible education and workforce training for Lorain County and our region. Today, one in four Lorain County residents has been served by LCCC, impacting more than 50% of county households.

Our academic and career pathways are designed for in-demand jobs right here in Northeast Ohio, so you can focus on your goals with confidence. We collaborate with more than 700 local employers to ensure that you graduate career-ready—so much so that 90% of LCCC graduates live and work in the region.

Each student’s journey is unique, and we’re proud to support learners of all ages and backgrounds. Whether you are a high school student getting a head start through dual enrollment, a working adult reskilling for a new career, upskilling to advance in your field, or a new student starting your college journey for the first time, there is a place for everyone at LCCC.

LCCC offers one of the lowest tuition rates in the state, making higher education more affordable than ever. Our Career by Design advising model, flexible class options, and extensive support services meet you where you are and help you overcome barriers and move forward.  

If you are looking to earn a bachelor’s or master’s degree, our University Partnership is the best value. With more than 100 degrees from 13 Ohio partner institutions—right on the LCCC campus—LCCC can save you thousands in tuition.

LCCC is also leading the way in applied bachelor’s degrees in high-demand industries. We offer Ohio’s first applied bachelor’s degree in Microelectronic Manufacturing (MEMS), as well as an applied bachelor’s degree in Smart Industrial Automated Systems Engineering Technology. Graduates of these programs are shaping the future of the semiconductor, microchip and advanced manufacturing industries in Northeast Ohio and across the Midwest.

I encourage you to explore everything LCCC has to offer, including student clubs, Stocker Arts Center, athletics, community connections, internships and so much more. From your first class to graduation and in the years that follow, LCCC is here to support you at all stages of your academic journey and throughout your career. 

Marcia J. Ballinger, Ph.D.
President