Lakeland University is known for pioneering innovative approaches to higher education. Since its founding in 1862, Lakeland has consistently embraced new ways to help students succeed—from launching one of the nation's early online degree programs to establishing a campus in Japan and creating a nationally recognized Cooperative Education (Co-Op) program. Today, students benefit from hands-on learning, flexible degree options, personalized support and career-focused experiences that prepare them to thrive in a rapidly changing world.

Lakeland University's main campus is located in Plymouth, Wisconsin, between Milwaukee and Green Bay. In addition to its residential campus, Lakeland offers evening and online programs at several locations across Wisconsin, making it convenient for students to earn a degree close to home or entirely online.

Yes. Lakeland University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), one of the nation's recognized institutional accrediting agencies.

• In addition to institutional accreditation, several Lakeland programs hold specialized approvals:
• Teacher Education (Undergraduate) and School Counselor Preparation (Graduate) are approved by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI).
• Clinical Mental Health Counseling (Graduate) is approved by the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) as a pre-approved professional counseling program under MPSW 14.01.
• The Clinical Mental Health Counseling program is also approved as a pre-certification program for substance abuse counselors by the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services.
• Nursing (Bachelor of Science in Nursing) is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), a nationally recognized accrediting agency for nursing education programs.
• Lakeland University also participates in the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (NC-SARA). As an NC-SARA participating institution, Lakeland is authorized to offer distance education to students in participating states, subject to state regulations and program-specific requirements.

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Yes. Lakeland University competes in NCAA Division III as a member of the Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference (NACC). Student-athletes can choose from a wide variety of men's and women's varsity sports while balancing academics, leadership opportunities and campus involvement.

Lakeland University offers graduate programs designed for working professionals seeking to advance their careers. Programs include the Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Science in Leadership and Organizational Development (MS-LOD), Master of Arts in Counseling (MAC), Master of Education (M.Ed.) and Master of Music in Music Education (Kodály Emphasis).

Flexible evening, online, and hybrid course formats make it easier for students to balance graduate school with work and personal commitments.