You're not just going to college. You're going to make it.
Sure, you're going to learn a lot, make new friends, and have a ton of fun. But what you're really doing is getting ready for the big world out there.
You're going to find out what you're really good at and what you love doing, and you're going to make a career of it.
We are currently accepting transfer applications for Fall 2022. First-year applications for Fall 2022 are being accepted on a case-by-case basis.
The Lake Forest Application is open for Spring 2023 (First-Year and Transfer) and Fall 2023 (First-Year Only).
Events for Prospective First-Year Students
Make your passion a career
First-Year Student Application Deadlines
Early Action/Early Decision I - November 1
Early Action/Early Decision II - January 15
Regular Decision - February 15
Explore Lake Forest
A campus visit is one of the most important pieces of your college search process. During your visit experience, you will learn more about what life looks like as a Forester. We offer a variety of options to help you get a full picture of our campus community.
Plus, it pays to visit! Participate in a personal or virtual visit and you will receive our $2,000 visit grant.
Make the most out of your college experience
Financing College
Dream it. Make it. Pursue it.—Alumni talk about
how their time at Lake Forest helped shape their current career path.
Sam Kaser '15
Patient Care Coordinator, Lactation Network
Trusting the path while helping new parents
Devin Tyler '17
Consultant, Axiom Consulting Partners
From an unknown career path to a thriving corporate experience
Julia Lovelace '18
Flight Attendant for Major US Airline
From introvert to social butterfly and campus leader
Suzanne Fischer '97
Infrastructure Proposal Services Director, Kiewit
Helping rebuild after Hurricane Katrina
Chisomo Mwale '19
Clinical Research Coordinator at Northwestern University
Finding her home away from home as an international student