- Lake Superior College (LSC) provides high quality, affordable higher education that benefits diverse learners, employers, and the community. LSC's academic, technical, continuing education, and workforce development offerings prepare learners for a rapidly changing global community. Our services support learning, and our partnerships connect the college and its learners to a broader spectrum of community life.
School Highlights
Lake Superior College serves 5,358 students (29% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is lower than the state community college average of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the state average of 42%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 5,358 students
- In-state tuition: $5,107
- Out-state tuition: $9,524
- Acceptance Rate: 75%
- Student:teacher ratio: 21:1
- Minority enrollment: 20%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Overview
The teacher population of 257 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Lake Superior College
(MN) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Career & Technical-High Nontraditional
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
257 staff
171 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Lake Superior College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 has increased from 19:1 over five years.
The Lake Superior College diversity score of 0.34 is less than the state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has grown by 5% over five years.
Total Enrollment
5,358 students
2,858 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
22:1
# Full-Time Students
1,542 students
1,050 students
# Part-Time Students
3,816 students
1,808 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
535 students
420 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,542 students
915 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
38 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
3,816 students
1,771 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
12 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
116 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
2%
6%
% Hispanic
4%
8%
% Black
3%
15%
% White
80%
58%
% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
4%
4%
% Non Resident races
1%
1%
% Unknown races
5%
6%
Diversity Score
0.34
0.63
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
34%
34%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
57%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$36,700
$36,900
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $5,107 is less than the state average of $5,489. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $9,524 is more than the state average of $6,145. The out-state tuition has grown by 78% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$5,107
$5,489
Out-State Tuition Fees
$9,524
$6,145
Tuition Notes
per year based on 15
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
88%
89%
Median Debt for Graduates
$13,000
$12,264
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,332
$6,750
Acceptance Rate
75%
94%
SAT Reading
n/a
625
SAT Math
n/a
600
SAT Writing
n/a
565
ACT Composite
n/a
24
ACT English
n/a
24
ACT Math
n/a
23
ACT Writing
n/a
8
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Lake Superior College is a dynamic, comprehensive college serving the needs of a variety of students, one which emphasizes student learning and student service. LSC offers extensive pre-baccalaureate majors for students interested in transferring to senior educational institutions as well as over 75 certificate, diploma and degree programs in career/technical fields. Our Continuing Education/Customized Training division collaborates extensively with area businesses and industry to design specialized opportunities for entry-level and advanced education. While typically offered in traditional classroom and lab settings, LSC also offers over 150 courses in an individualized learning format, through interactive television, and through the internet. You will find the faculty and staff at Lake Superior College to be friendly, sincere, and helpful. We are student-centered, creative, and dedicated to working with students within dynamic learning environments, and we take pride in our commitment to helping students succeed. Approximately 4,500 students attend LSC. We have many local, national, and international students. With the rate of internet classes on the rise, we have many students who are attending LSC from several countries around the world.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Lake Superior College cost?
Lake Superior College's tuition is approximately $5,107 for In-State students and $9,524 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of Lake Superior College?
The acceptance rate of Lake Superior College is 75%, which is lower than the state average of 94%.
In what neighborhood is Lake Superior College located?
Lake Superior College is located in the Piedmont Heights neighborhood of Duluth, MN.
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