Lake Superior State University

Sault Ste Marie, Michigan

PublicBachelor's degreesFounded 1946Remote townSEVP certified

About

Lake Superior State University (colloquially Lake State, Soo Tech, and LSSU) is a public college in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, United States. It enrolls approximately 1,600 students. Due to its proximity to the Canada–United States border, LSSU has many Canadian students and offers joint programs with Sault College and Algoma University in the twin city of Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, Canada across the St. Marys River. In a sign of this close relationship with its international neighbor, LSSU flies both the Canadian and United States flags on its campus. LSSU offers primarily bachelor's and associate degrees, but also offers certificates. LSSU has regional centers in northern Michigan in the cities of Escanaba and Petoskey.

Cost per year

Tuition and fees (out of state): US$15,506
Estimated total for international students: US$27,419

Net price calculatorlssu.clearcostcalculator.com

International students at public universities pay the out-of-state rate. The estimated total adds housing, food and books to that tuition; it is derived from Scorecard figures, so check the university's own cost page.

Students

Undergraduates: 1,325
Graduate students: 16
International undergraduates: 8%
Students per teacher: 13 to 1

Outcomes

Graduation rate: 50%
Median earnings 10 years after starting: US$55,573

Earnings are for students who received US federal aid, so they may not reflect international graduates.

Programmes (78)

Bachelor's degrees42 subjects

Accounting and Related ServicesBiochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular BiologyBiology, GeneralBusiness Administration, Management and OperationsBusiness/Commerce, GeneralChemistryClinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied ProfessionsComputer EngineeringComputer ScienceComputer Systems Networking and TelecommunicationsComputer/Information Technology Administration and ManagementCriminal Justice and CorrectionsEcology, Evolution, Systematics, and Population BiologyElectrical, Electronics, and Communications EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/TechniciansElectromechanical Technologies/TechniciansEntrepreneurial and Small Business OperationsFinance and Financial Management ServicesFire ProtectionFishing and Fisheries Sciences and ManagementGeological and Earth Sciences/GeosciencesHomeland SecurityIndustrial Production Technologies/TechniciansInternational BusinessLiberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesMarketingMathematicsMechanical EngineeringMechatronics, Robotics, and Automation EngineeringMulti/Interdisciplinary Studies, OtherNatural Resources Conservation and ResearchParks, Recreation, and Leisure Facilities ManagementPolitical Science and GovernmentPsychology, GeneralRegistered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingRhetoric and Composition/Writing StudiesSocial Sciences, GeneralSociologySpecial Education and TeachingSports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/FitnessTeacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and MethodsTeacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas

Master's degrees1 subject

Business/Commerce, General

Associate's degrees25 subjects

Accounting and Related ServicesAllied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment ProfessionsBiology, GeneralBusiness Administration, Management and OperationsBusiness/Commerce, GeneralChemistryComputer ScienceComputer Systems Networking and TelecommunicationsComputer/Information Technology Administration and ManagementCriminal Justice and CorrectionsElectrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/TechniciansElectromechanical Technologies/TechniciansEngineering Technologies/Technicians, GeneralEngineering, GeneralFire ProtectionGeography and CartographyHomeland SecurityIndustrial Production Technologies/TechniciansLiberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesMental and Social Health Services and Allied ProfessionsNatural Resources Conservation and ResearchPractical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing AssistantsSocial WorkSports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/FitnessTeacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods

Undergraduate certificates10 subjects

Agricultural Production OperationsChemistryCriminal Justice and CorrectionsCulinary Arts and Related ServicesGeography and CartographyMarketingMilitary Systems and Maintenance TechnologyPractical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing AssistantsScience Technologies/Technicians, GeneralTeacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods

Subjects and degree levels reported to the US Department of Education. See the university's course catalogue for course-by-course details.