LMC Academic Snapshot
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $7,755
- Out-of-State Tuition: $7,755
- Both in-state and out-of-state tuition are relatively affordable compared to national averages.
Student Population at LMC:
- Total Enrollment: 2,937, including 556 online students
- All Undergraduate
- Gender Distribution: 37.9% men, 62.1% women.
- This is a small institution, fostering a close-knit community and individualized attention.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 22%. Lower graduation rate, which may reflect challenges in student retention or completion.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 25%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 84%. Good retention, typical for many institutions.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 74 academic programs available.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Associate's.
LMC Overview
Lake Michigan College (LMC) is a 2-4 year, public school located in Benton Harbor, MI. It is classified as primarily Associate's college by Carnegie Classification
The LMC's tuition & fees is $7,755 for Michigan residents and $7,755 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 42% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $6,176.
The school has a total enrollment of 2,937 and the students to faculty ratio is 17 to 1 (5.88%).
Lake Michigan College is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Lake Michigan College is $7,755 for in-state students and $7,755 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $8,019 for Michigan residents and $8,019 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $7,755 | $7,755 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $8,019 | $8,019 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Lake Michigan College offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for undergraduate programs.
Special Learning Opportunities at LMC
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | No |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | No |
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| Study Abroad | No |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
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