Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
68.01%
SAT Average
Not available
ACT Range
Not available
Lake Superior State University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 68.01%. This means approximately 680 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 1,391 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
68.01%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $14,266 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $14,266 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $25,757 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $14,368 | State avg: $16,178. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 29.06% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 43.50% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Lake Superior State University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$14,266
Room and board
$11,207
Books and supplies
$2,000
Other expenses
$1,510
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$25,757
Average net price
$14,368
Average aid coverage
44%
$11,389 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Lake Superior State University pays approximately $14,368 per year after grants and aid. This is below the Michigan average of $16,178 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Lake Superior State University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Michigan and national averages.
Lake Superior State University net price
$14,368
Michigan average
$16,178
National average
$17,506
Lake Superior State University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $14,266 and average net price at $14,368. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$14,266
Current net price
$14,368
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
56.94%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$49,045
Undergraduates
1,391
10-Year Median Earnings - Lake Superior State University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Lake Superior State University graduates earn about 1.1x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Lake Superior State University?
Undergraduates
1,391
Completion rate
56.94%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
29.06%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
43.50%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 29.06% of Lake Superior State University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 43.50% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Lake Superior State University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Lake Superior State University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Lake Superior State University lists Higher Learning Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Lake Superior State University is listed at 650 W Easterday Ave, Sault Ste Marie, MI 49783. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare Lake Superior State University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Superior State University | 68.01% | $14,266 | $14,368 | $49,045 |
| Kettering University | 79.09% | $46,380 | $33,092 | $94,823 |
| Chamberlain University-Michigan | 88.89% | $19,686 | $26,870 | $92,405 |
| University of Michigan-Ann Arbor | 17.94% | $58,072 | $14,832 | $83,648 |
| Michigan Technological University | 87.94% | $41,340 | $15,729 | $78,198 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Superior State University's acceptance rate?
Lake Superior State University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 68.01%.
How much is Lake Superior State University tuition?
Lake Superior State University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $14,266.
What is Lake Superior State University's average net price?
Lake Superior State University's average net price in the local dataset is $14,368.
What is Lake Superior State University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $49,045 for Lake Superior State University.
Is Lake Superior State University accredited?
Lake Superior State University's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend Lake Superior State University?
The local dataset lists 1,391 undergraduate students at Lake Superior State University.
What percentage of Lake Superior State University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Lake Superior State University in the local dataset is 29.06%.
What is the federal loan rate at Lake Superior State University?
The federal loan rate for Lake Superior State University in the local dataset is 43.50%.
Where should I verify Lake Superior State University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Lake Superior State University or the latest official federal education data.