Lake Superior State University

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4 Year
Sault Ste Marie, MI
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Overview

Total enrollment

1,567

Location Sault Ste Marie, Michigan
Website lssu.edu
Type Public 4 Year
Setting Remote Town

Size Small
Status Non-profit
Housing Yes
Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate

Lake Superior State University sits on the former grounds of Fort Brady in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, positioned along the St. Mary's River at the Canadian border in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Established in 1946 as a branch campus of Michigan College of Mining and Technology, LSSU became an independent college in 1970 and gained university status in 1987. The 115-acre campus combines historic limestone buildings from its military past with modern academic facilities, including specialized laboratories for fisheries, environmental science, and robotics engineering. LSSU maintains a focus on programs in fisheries and wildlife management, criminal justice, nursing, and engineering, while offering small class sizes and guaranteed student housing in its five residence halls. The university's location provides direct access to the Great Lakes ecosystem, supporting its renowned freshwater research programs and natural resources curriculum.

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Rankings

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Annual Cost to Attend

Tuition

$14,890

Costs for Lake Superior State University
Fee		Cost
Tuition		$14,890
Books and Supplies		$2,000
Other Fees		$298
Room and Board		$11,459
Budget for Other Expenses		$1,670
Total One Year Cost		$30,317

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Student Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$40,300 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

35% within 6 years

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular majors at Lake Superior State University are Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting, Health Professions, and Business. 21% of students major in Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting, 18% in Health Professions, and 14% in Business.