Lake Superior College
About Lake Superior College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Lake Superior College teaches in Duluth, on the lake it is named for, and trains many of its students in healthcare and aviation. Nursing and allied health are its largest programs.
Founded
1995
Location
Duluth, Minnesota
Students
2,471
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
41.8%
Below national average
Tuition
$5,785
Per year
Avg Net Price
$15,492
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$46,449
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
41.8% complete their degree within three years
Retention
61.1%
Transfer Out
21%
Teaching Quality
19:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
40.9%
$/Student
$10.5K
Class Size
Large
The 41.8% graduation rate is below average, but 61.1% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$5,785
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,500
Total Cost of Attendance
$19,723
After Financial Aid
$15,492
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$12,326
Receive Grants
19.2%
Take Loans
21.4%
Tuition is $5,785/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $15,492.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Lake Superior College fund their education.
While in School
19.2%
Get Grants
Free money
21.4%
Take Loans
Must repay
$31,563
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$12,775
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$135/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $12,775, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Lake Superior College.
Gender
53.9%
Female
46%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,471
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
28.5%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
21.3%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (54% women, 46% men). 28.5% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Small
Campus Quick Facts
2,471
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Lake Superior Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$46,449
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$34K
256 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$65K
106 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$53K
48 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
$43K
28 grads
1yr Earnings
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions
$51K
20 grads
1yr Earnings
Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians
—
19 grads
Graduates earn about $41K six years out, growing to $46K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.