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Lake Michigan College

Benton Harbor, MI·Public·1,811 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for families looking for lower cost and students who want small classes and close faculty access. no major red flags in the data. a public school with 1,811 students.

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Accept
1,811
Students
$11,209
Net Price
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Grad Rate
$27,200
Earnings
10 yr
$5,104
Debt

About This School

Lake Michigan College is a public institution located in Benton Harbor, Michigan with approximately 1,811 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $11,209 per year. Typical graduates earn $27,200 within 10 years of enrollment.

Lake Michigan College is a public community college in Berrien County, Michigan. The main campus is in Benton Township, Michigan with regional campuses in Niles and South Haven.

Worth considering if you're looking to keep costs low and stay local — with a median debt of just $5,104 at graduation, this is one of the more affordable paths through higher education you'll find. That said, the median earnings of $27,200 a decade out are modest, so be intentional about which program you choose and whether it aligns with a clear career goal or a transfer plan to a four-year school.

Founded
1946
Setting
Fringe rural

Popular Programs

Health Professions26%
Business & Marketing12%
Computer Science4%
Visual & Performing Arts4%
Psychology2%
Social Sciences2%
Engineering2%
Biological Sciences1%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$5,265
Out-of-State Tuition
$7,500
Avg Net Price
$11,209
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants18%
Median debt at graduation$5,104

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
N/A
within 6 years
Retention Rate
N/A
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$27,200
after enrollment
Median Debt
$5,104
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$5,104
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$26,400
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$27,200
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 5.3x

Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White59%
Black14%
Hispanic/Latino13%
Asian1%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,811 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Lake Michigan College

2755 East Napier Avenue

Benton Harbor, MI 49022-1899

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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