Lake to Lake Transfer Program

Lake to Lake

Start at Թ. Go further at Lakeland.

Complete your associate degree at Թ and take the next step toward earning your bachelor’s degree at Lakeland University. Through the Lake to Lake transfer partnership, students in the Sheboygan, Manitowoc and surrounding Wisconsin communities have a convenient pathway to continue their education close to home.

Lake to Lake connects eligible Թ associate degree programs with related Lakeland University bachelor’s degree programs, making it easier for students throughout Sheboygan County, Manitowoc County and the surrounding area to transfer credits and pursue a four-year degree close to home. Students benefit from a clear transfer pathway, personalized academic advising and flexible learning options designed to help them balance education, work and life without having to go far from home.

Eligible Թ graduates also receive a $100 tuition discount per credit toward qualifying Lakeland University bachelor’s degree programs, making the transition from an associate degree to a bachelor’s degree more affordable.

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how it works

What Is the Lake to Lake Program?

The Lake to Lake program helps Թ students continue their education at Lakeland University after completing an eligible associate degree.

Rather than starting over, students can transfer eligible Թ credits toward a related Lakeland bachelor’s degree. Depending on the program, Lakeland accepts up to 72 transfer credits, helping students build on the education they have already completed.

Lake to Lake students can also work with a Lakeland advisor while attending Թ to understand transfer requirements, explore bachelor’s degree options and plan their next steps.

Your Path Forward

How It Works

1

Complete your associate degree at Թ.

Build your foundation and complete an eligible Թ associate degree.

2

Explore your Lakeland pathway.

Connect with your Lakeland advisor to identify the bachelor's degree that fits your education and career goals.

3

Transfer to Lakeland.

Bring your eligible Թ credits with you and continue toward your bachelor's degree.

4

Finish your bachelor's degree.

Complete your degree at Lakeland while gaining the knowledge, experience and skills to prepare for what's next.

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Build On What You've Earned

You’ve Built the Foundation. Now Go Further.

Lake to Lake connects eligible Թ associate degrees with related Lakeland bachelor's degrees, giving you a clear path to continue your education.

And because the number of credits you need can vary from school to school, where you finish matters. Depending on your program, Lakeland accepts up to 72 transfer credits, meaning you may need fewer total credits at Lakeland to complete your bachelor's degree—helping you finish sooner and reduce your overall tuition cost.

Your actual cost will depend on your program, transfer credits and financial aid. Lakeland students may also qualify for additional discounts, financial aid or employer tuition reimbursement.

Why Lakeland?

More ways to make your bachelor’s degree work for you.

Save $100 per credit

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Get support along the way

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Closer than you think

Lakeland Is Right Here at Թ

Lakeland University has a permanent presence at Թ's Cleveland campus, so you can start planning your bachelor's degree without even leaving campus.

A dedicated Lakeland advisor is available at Թ to help you explore degree options, plan your transfer, navigate admissions and financial aid, and understand what comes next.

When you're ready to continue your education, you have options for where and how you learn.

For more details on transferring to Lakeland, you can speak with a Lakeland University Counselor at the Թ campus Mondays through Fridays from 8 AM to 4 PM.

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Flexible ways to learn

Choose How You Want to Earn Your Degree

Evening. 100% online. Or on campus.

  • Evening & Online
    • Lakeland is one of Wisconsin's leaders in evening and online education, giving you flexible options to earn your bachelor's degree while balancing work, family and other commitments.
  • Main Campus | Plymouth, Wis.
    • Want a traditional college experience? Lakeland's residential campus in Plymouth is less than 15 minutes from Թ and offers residence halls, athletics, student organizations and a full university experience.

Flexible Ways to Learn

Choose How You Want to Earn Your Degree

Evening. 100% online. Or on campus.

Evening & Online Anywhere 

Lakeland is one of Wisconsin's leaders in evening and online education, giving you flexible options to earn your bachelor's degree while balancing work, family and other commitments.

Main Campus Plymouth, Wis. 

Want a traditional college experience? Lakeland's residential campus in Plymouth is less than 15 minutes from Թ and offers residence halls, athletics, student organizations and a full university experience.

Explore Your Options

Find Your Pathway

See how your Թ associate degree connects to a Lakeland bachelor's degree.

Lake to Lake Programs

Explore degree pathways that tranfers to a Lakeland bachelor's degree.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Questions About Lake to Lake

Lake to Lake is a partnership between Թ and Lakeland University that creates pathways from eligible Թ associate degrees to related Lakeland bachelor's degrees.

Your options depend on the associate degree you earn at Թ. Use the pathway information above or connect with a Lakeland advisor to discuss your options.

Eligible Թ credits can be applied toward your Lakeland degree. Lakeland accepts up to 72 transfer credits; however, the specific credits that apply depend on your Թ program and the Lakeland bachelor's degree you choose.

No. The Lake to Lake pathway is designed to build on the education you've already completed at Թ.

Eligible Թ graduates receive a $100 tuition discount per credit through qualifying Lakeland programs. 

For example, a three-credit course represents $300 in tuition savings.

Potentially. The total number of credits needed to complete a bachelor's degree can vary based on the institution, program and credits you transfer. Your Lakeland advisor can help you understand how your Թ credits apply to your degree.

Yes. Depending on your program, Lakeland offers evening, online and other flexible learning options.

Cooperative Education gives students opportunities to apply what they're learning to professional work experiences and earn academic credit through qualifying positions.

You don't have to wait until graduation. Start talking with your Lakeland advisor at Թ early so you can understand your pathway and plan your remaining coursework.

Not necessarily. Depending on your program, you may be able to take courses online, in the evening or at Lakeland's main campus.

The Lake to Lake pathway currently includes a free application to Lakeland.

Yes! Completing additional eligible credits at Թ before transferring to Lakeland University may help lower your overall tuition costs. Your Lakeland advisor can help you identify transferable courses and maximize your savings.