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Lotus Professional College

#2577 in US ranking Richmond, VA
Type:
Private for-profit
Programs:
4 years or more

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Cost

Avg. aid
$2,247

Outcomes

Median salary
$32,019
1 yr after graduation

What is the accreditation of Lotus Professional College?

Institutional information identifies the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC) as Lotus Professional College's accreditor. Because accreditation status can change, applicants should check the college's current listing in the ACCSC directory and the U.S. Department of Education's accreditation records before relying on that status for an enrollment or financial-aid decision.

Institutional accreditation concerns the college as a whole; programmatic accreditation, when applicable, concerns a particular course of professional study. Neither automatically guarantees that another college will accept transfer credit or that a graduate will qualify for a state license. Applicants in a licensed field should compare the exact program and credential with the relevant state board's current requirements.

What are the admission requirements at Lotus Professional College?

Lotus Professional College reports an open-admission policy. That describes its general admissions approach, not automatic entry into every program or permission to begin professional practice. An applicant should obtain the current program-specific admissions checklist before submitting an application.

That checklist should clarify the required education credential and records, any interview or assessment, health or background requirements for practical training, and the next available start date. Applicants should also ask whether prior coursework or experience can satisfy particular requirements. The college reports that it awards credit for life experience, but does not accept dual-credit or Advanced Placement credit; the amount and applicability of any experiential credit require an individual evaluation.

What are the application fees and waivers at Lotus Professional College?

Applicants should obtain the current application fee, if one applies, directly from Lotus Professional College's admissions materials before paying. They should also ask whether the fee differs by program or applicant category and whether a waiver can be approved before submitting an application.

An application fee is distinct from a seat deposit, enrollment charge, or tuition payment. A written, itemized admissions checklist makes it easier to identify which payment is required at each stage and whether it is refundable.

What types of ROTC programs are available at Lotus Professional College?

Applicants interested in ROTC should not assume that enrollment at Lotus Professional College provides access to an Army, Air Force, or Navy ROTC unit. ROTC participation through another institution depends on that host program's cross-enrollment rules and on the student's eligibility.

Before planning around an ROTC scholarship or commission, ask the relevant host unit whether Lotus students can participate and whether the intended credential meets its requirements. ROTC scholarships and participation can carry academic, physical, citizenship, and military-service conditions.

What are the requirements for transfer students at Lotus Professional College?

Transfer applicants need an individual review of both admission eligibility and prior credit. Those are separate decisions: being admitted does not mean every completed course will count toward the new credential.

Ask Lotus Professional College which official transcripts and course descriptions it requires, whether practical or clinical coursework has special limits, and how many credits must be completed at the college. Its reported policy permits credit for life experience but not dual-credit or Advanced Placement credit. Before committing to a program, request a written evaluation showing exactly which requirements prior learning would satisfy.

What types of study abroad programs are available at Lotus Professional College?

Students considering international study should first determine whether a proposed overseas course or practical experience can fit their Lotus Professional College program. Approval is particularly important where supervised training must meet state licensing or accreditation requirements.

Before paying a third-party provider, obtain written answers about academic credit, supervision standards, scheduling, financial-aid eligibility, and whether time abroad would delay completion. An independently arranged trip should not be assumed to count toward a college credential.

Lotus Professional College First-Year Students

Where first-year students come from

In-state: 46
Out-of-state: 1

Freshmen vs. transfer students

Freshmen: 47
Transfer: 83

Lotus Professional College Admission Requirements

Open admission policy

Yes

Dual credit

No

Credit for life experiences

Yes

Advanced placement (AP) credits

No

Special learning opportunities

Student can complete their preparation in certain areas of specialization

No

Preparation at another institution required

No

Approved by the state for initial certification or licensure of teacher

No

Data last updated on November 2, 2026

Data sources: IPEDS 2024-25, Peterson 2026, College Scorecard 10/2026, Clery 2024 (2023-24), OpenAlex 2026

Figures on this profile come from federal and third-party datasets in the editions listed above and are refreshed periodically, so they may differ from what the institution currently reports. Confirm costs, deadlines and requirements with the school before making decisions.