Lansing Community College
About Lansing Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Lansing Community College teaches in the Michigan capital, across the river from the state Capitol. Nursing and psychology are among its largest programs, and close to a quarter of its students move on to a four-year college.
Founded
1957
Location
Lansing, Michigan
Students
8,207
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
25.1%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,100
Out-of-state: $11,300
Avg Net Price
$5,437
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$39,206
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
25.1% complete their degree within three years
Retention
70.2%
Transfer Out
23%
Teaching Quality
12:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
32.8%
$/Student
$6.8K
Class Size
Medium
The 25.1% graduation rate is below average, but 70.2% 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
$4,100
In-State
$11,300
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$400
Total Cost of Attendance
$13,013
After Financial Aid
$5,437
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$4,961
Receive Grants
28.3%
Take Loans
17.3%
Tuition is $4,100/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $5,437.
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 Lansing Community College fund their education.
While in School
28.3%
Get Grants
Free money
17.3%
Take Loans
Must repay
$26,379
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$12,700
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$135/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $12,700, 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 Lansing Community College.
Gender
54.6%
Female
45%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
8,207
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
38.1%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
29.9%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (55% women, 45% men). 38.1% 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: Midsize
Campus Quick Facts
8,207
Students
community
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Lansing Community College fields 6 varsity teams with 182 student athletes, about 2% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division II
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
6
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
182
2% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
62% / 38%
112
Men
70
Women
4
Men's Teams
5
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Lansing Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$39,206
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$28K
457 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$69K
164 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$40K
66 grads
4yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$52K
59 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$43K
46 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
—
34 grads
Median earnings are $39K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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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.