Lake Superior State University

Last updated: April 13, 2026 Source: College Scorecard

Lake Superior State University is a public institution located in Sault Ste Marie, MI, offering 58 distinct degree programs across various fields of study. Lake Superior State University provides students with educational opportunities designed to prepare them for success in their chosen fields.

Key Facts

  • 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $14,266
  • 2024 Average Net Price: $14,368 After Financial Aid
  • 2024 Acceptance Rate: 68.01% Moderate Selectivity
  • 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,391 N/A% Full-Time
  • 2024 Graduation Rate: 56.94%

Costs

Tuition Costs

$14,266
2024 Undergraduate Tuition

In 2024, the cost of tuition at Lake Superior State University was $14,266.

Tuition comparison with similar institutions.

Average Net Price

$14,368
2024 Value

In 2024 Lake Superior State University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $14,368.

Average net price comparison with similar institutions.

Total Cost of Attendance

$57,472 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost

$14,368 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)

$57,064 4-Year Tuition

Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.

4-year total cost breakdown for Lake Superior State University.

Financial Aid by Income Level

29.06% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants

43.50% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans

Financial aid distribution by income level.

Student Loan Default Rate

Not reported
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)

The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Lake Superior State University was not reported in the College Scorecard extract for this institution.

Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate

68.01% Acceptance Rate

This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.

Acceptance rate compared to national average.

Test Scores

Test score data is not available for this institution.

Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.

Academic Requirements

GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.

Estimated GPA and test score ranges.

Enrollment

Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment

N/A% Full-Time Enrollment

The total enrollment at Lake Superior State University in 2024 is 1,391 students.

Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.

Retention Rate over Time

N/A%
2024 Retention Rate

Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.

Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.

Graduates & Outcomes

Time to Complete

37.85% 100% Completion Time

56.94% 150% Completion Time

In 2024, 37.85% of students graduating from Lake Superior State University completed their program within 100% "normal time".

Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.

ROI & Programs

Financial value and program information for Lake Superior State University.

Return on Investment

$23,250 Median Student Debt

$49,045 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)

47.41% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio

753.37% Return on Investment

4.7 years Estimated Payback Period

Financial value analysis for Lake Superior State University.

Top Programs by Completions

10 Programs Reporting Data

CIP 24.0102: 59 completions

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research: 41 completions

Criminal Justice & Corrections: 38 completions

General Biological Sciences: 25 completions

CIP 43.0203: 21 completions

Biopsychology: 16 completions

CIP 40.0599: 16 completions

General Psychology: 13 completions

CIP 52.0201: 13 completions

Other/Unknown Programs: 475 completions

Most popular programs at Lake Superior State University.

Employment Outcomes

$42,767 Median Earnings (6 years after entry)

$48,815 Median Earnings (8 years after entry)

$49,045 Median Earnings (10 years after entry)

Earnings outcomes for Lake Superior State University graduates.

About

Lake Superior State University is a public institution located in Sault Ste Marie, MI, offering 58 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 1,391 students. The admission rate is 68.01%. The institution maintains a 56.94% graduation rate. Approximately 29.06% of students receive Pell Grants.

Institution Type

Public

Location

Sault Ste Marie, MI 49783

Region: Great Lakes

Insights and Analysis

Diverse Program Offerings: With over 58 distinct degree programs, Lake Superior State University provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.

Data Sources

This page uses data from the following sources:

  • College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
    • Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
    • Data years: 2015-2024
    • Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
  • Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
    • Employment and wage data by occupation
    • Latest data: May 2024
    • Source: bls.gov/oes
  • O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
    • Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
    • Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
    • Source: onetcenter.org
  • IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
    • Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
    • Data years: 2015-2024
    • Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
  • Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
    • Demographic and workforce data
    • Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
    • Source: census.gov/acs

Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.

Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.

Methodology

Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.

All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.