C
Average
Score: 47/100

Lake Superior College

2-Year Public
📍 Duluth, Minnesota 55811
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 38%
Outcomes
C
51/100
Affordability
C+
60/100
Resources
C+
57/100
Experience
D
40/100
Prestige
F
23/100

Quick Stats

4,001
Total Enrollment
38%
Graduation Rate
65%
Retention Rate
19.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$14,602
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Lake Superior College

60% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 2,385 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$366,514
Avg Monthly Rent
$2,002
1-Year Change
+8.5%
For parents & investors

The Lake Superior College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $366,514
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,002/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 55807 (5.9% cap, Duluth)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $4,996 $4,996

Financial Aid

76%
Receive Any Aid
31%
Receive Pell Grants
34%
Take Out Loans
$14,602
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$11,861
$30,001 - $48,000$14,030
$48,001 - $75,000$15,523
$75,001 - $110,000$19,162
$110,001+$19,850

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 276 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 113 grads/yr Carpentry/Carpenter 38 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 31 grads/yr Electrician 30 grads/yr Phlebotomy Technician/Phlebotomist 26 grads/yr Network and System Administration/Administrator 23 grads/yr Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer 22 grads/yr Physical Therapy Assistant 20 grads/yr Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician 20 grads/yr Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage 19 grads/yr Dental Hygiene/Hygienist 18 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 18 grads/yr Fire Science/Fire-fighting 17 grads/yr Fire Prevention and Safety Technology/Technician 16 grads/yr Legal Assistant/Paralegal 13 grads/yr Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician 13 grads/yr Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician 13 grads/yr Surgical Technology/Technologist 13 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 12 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Lake Superior College's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
First-line supervisors of construction trades and extraction workers
$79k/yr 921,600 jobs
Carpenters
$59k/yr 959,000 jobs
Welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers
$51k/yr 457,300 jobs
Welding, soldering, and brazing machine setters, operators, and tenders
$47k/yr 38,900 jobs
Signal and track switch repairers
$84k/yr 8,700 jobs

Student Demographics

4,001
Total Students
58%
Women
47%
Traditional Age (18-24)
60%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 82%
Hispanic 4%
Black 3%
Asian 2%
Two or More 5%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 60%
With Family 40%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~2,385 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 50%
Hybrid (Some Online) 24%
Fully Online 26%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 47%
25-64 (Adult) 21%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Lake Superior College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Lake Superior College?
Tuition at Lake Superior College is $4,996 for in-state students and $4,996 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $14,602.
What is the graduation rate at Lake Superior College?
The graduation rate at Lake Superior College is 38%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Lake Superior College a good school?
Lake Superior College has a Repit College Score of 47/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (D): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Lake Superior College?
Lake Superior College has a total enrollment of 4,001 students.
Is there rental demand near Lake Superior College?
Yes! Approximately 60% of students at Lake Superior College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 2,385 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Duluth area.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology