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Lake Michigan College

Benton Harbor, MI·Public·https://www.lakemichigancollege.edu/

Campus Identity

Lake Michigan College is a public community college in Benton Harbor, MI. Ski resorts are within 41 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 77/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Lake Michigan College is a public community college in Benton Harbor, MI. Ski resorts are within 41 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 77/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Acceptance Rate
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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$4,860
In-State Tuition
$6,900
Out-of-State Tuition
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Room & Board
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

1,000–4,999

Rural setting

Weather

Cold Climate

43°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

60 skiable acres7 lifts
37 mi away
50 skiable acres10 lifts
Bittersweet Ski Area

Michigan

41 mi away
100 skiable acres11 lifts

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Benton Harbor, MI

27°Jan29°Feb37°Mar47°Apr58°May68°Jun72°Jul70°Aug63°Sep53°Oct42°Nov32°Dec

Station: BENTON HARBOR · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

77/100
Pretty Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety6810066
68/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
100/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
66/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$4,860$6,900
Total
$4,860$6,900
In-StateOut-of-State

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

66 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
158 grads/yr$46,795
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingAssociate's
56 grads/yr
Business Administration, Management and OperationsAssociate's
34 grads/yr
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment ProfessionsAssociate's
29 grads/yr$67,955
Biological and Physical SciencesAssociate's
15 grads/yr

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Associate's29 grads$67,955
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's158 grads$46,795
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's56 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Associate's34 grads
Biological and Physical Sciences
Associate's15 grads
Food Science and Technology
Associate's9 grads
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
Certificate9 grads
Accounting and Related Services
Associate's9 grads
Psychology, General
Associate's8 grads
Sociology
Associate's8 grads

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Lake Michigan College located?

Lake Michigan College is located in Benton Harbor, MI. The main campus address is 2755 East Napier Avenue, Benton Harbor, MI. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Lake Michigan College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Lake Michigan College charges $4,860/year for in-state students and $6,900/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $6,900/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Lake Michigan College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Lake Michigan College the right fit for me?

Whether Lake Michigan College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($6,900/year out-of-state), campus culture in Benton Harbor, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Lake Michigan College against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Lake Michigan College directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Benton Harbor, MI
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Cold · 43°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
77/100
Nearest Airport
South Bend, IN (SBN) · 27 mialso MGC (35 mi), AZO (44 mi)

Location

Benton Harbor, MI

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.