At a glance
Average net price
$6,680
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
21.6%
Admission rate
Not available
Undergrad size
2,105
In-state tuition
$5,445
Out-of-state tuition
$7,755
Cost of attendance
$15,917
Median earnings (10y)
$34,466
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- Not available
- Locale
- Rural
Programs breakdown
20 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (42%), health (23%), business (15%).
- STEM4%
- Health23%
- Business15%
- Humanities & arts42%
- Social sciences7%
- Trades & services9%
- Liberal arts30.5%~642 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Health professions23.4%~492 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Business15.2%~319 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- ~141 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~87 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~55 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Computer science2.4%~50 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~50 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Psychology2.2%~45 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Social sciences2.2%~45 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Engineering1.5%~32 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~32 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Agriculture1.5%~32 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Education1.1%~23 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- English1.1%~23 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~14 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Communication0.4%~9 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~5 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~5 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- History0.2%~5 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
31 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 306 | $25,023 | $13,000 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate's | 85 | $55,351 | $16,423 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate's | 57 | — | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate's | 56 | $46,610 | $13,995 |
| Biological and Physical Sciences. | Associate's | 33 | — | — |
| Psychology, General. | Associate's | 24 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Associate's | 19 | — | — |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 15 | — | — |
| Food Science and Technology. | Associate's | 13 | — | — |
| Computer Programming. | Associate's | 13 | — | — |
| Precision Metal Working. | Undergraduate certificate | 13 | — | — |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate's | 13 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate's | 12 | — | — |
| Sociology. | Associate's | 12 | — | — |
| Precision Metal Working. | Associate's | 12 | — | — |
| Precision Production, Other. | Associate's | 11 | — | — |
| Hospitality Administration/Management. | Associate's | 11 | — | — |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Associate's | 9 | — | — |
| Education, General. | Associate's | 8 | — | — |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Associate's | 8 | — | — |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions. | Undergraduate certificate | 8 | — | — |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Associate's | 7 | — | — |
| Engineering, General. | Associate's | 7 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Associate's | 7 | — | — |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Associate's | 7 | — | — |
| Music. | Associate's | 7 | — | — |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Undergraduate certificate | 6 | — | — |
| Information Science/Studies. | Undergraduate certificate | 5 | — | — |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Undergraduate certificate | 5 | — | — |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. | Associate's | 5 | — | — |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Associate's | 5 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Lake Michigan College
Lake Michigan College is a mid-sized institution located in Benton Harbor, Michigan, primarily awarding the associate degree. It enrolls roughly 2,105 undergraduate students in a rural setting. The most popular fields of study include Liberal arts, Health professions, Business.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Lake Michigan College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $6,680 per year, which is very affordable compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $5,445 for in-state students and $7,755 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $15,917 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 21.6%, a below-average completion outcome. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $34,466 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Lake Michigan College confers degrees and certificates across 20 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Liberal arts, Health professions, Business. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (42% of credentials), health (23% of credentials), business (15% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Admission rate data is not reported for this institution, which is typical for open-admission community and trade schools.
Location & campus
Set in Benton Harbor, Michigan (rural), Lake Michigan College draws students from across Michigan and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Lake Michigan College
Q.How much does Lake Michigan College cost?
The average net price at Lake Michigan College is $6,680 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $15,917.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Lake Michigan College?
Lake Michigan College has a 6-year graduation rate of 21.6% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How much do Lake Michigan College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Lake Michigan College graduate earns $34,466 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Lake Michigan College?
Published tuition is $5,445 in-state and $7,755 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Lake Michigan College located?
Lake Michigan College is located in Benton Harbor, Michigan (ZIP 49022).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Lake Michigan College at their official website.