by our College Data Analytics TeamHome to about 2,499 undergraduates in 2020, Lake Michigan College is a small, public college located in Benton Harbor, Michigan. Students who enjoy the peace and quiet of country life may thrive in this rural setting. Please note, some classes/degrees offered by Lake Michigan College can be taken “online” so keep that in mind when reviewing this report. For more context, you might also check out our Lake Michigan College Guide to Distance and Online Learning.
For more information on policies and accommodations that the college provides to ensure all students get the opportunity to participate, you can visit Lake Michigan College Disability Services.
While not a "service academy", Lake Michigan College does offer support for veterans and those seeking a career in the armed forces. For more information on policies related to veterans, you can visit Lake Michigan College Veteran Services . For more information, check out our Lake Michigan College for Veterans Guide.
For students with young families, Lake Michigan College does offer some day care. Programs like this are often in very high demand, so be sure to inquire as soon as you can.
Lake Michigan College offers on-campus housing, but freshmen are not required to take advantage of it.
* Data compiled from students who received financial aid, including loans.
Lake Michigan College has a comparatively small, student body. There were 2,499 undergraduates in 2020. Full-time attendance was 795 (31.8%). Part-time attendance was 1,704 (68.2%).
| Full-time | Part-time | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 795 | 1,704 | 2,499 |
Compared to other colleges and universities across the nation, Lake Michigan College is about average in terms of overall diversity. We rank Lake Michigan College #1782 out of 3,451.
The chart below shows each element that we looked at to determine this ranking, and how that metric compares to the national average. 100 would indicate excellent diversity in each category, and 1 would mean poor diversity.
You can learn more about the diversity of the student body at Lake Michigan College by looking closer at the ethnic, gender, age, and geographic diversity metrics from the Lake Michigan College Diversity Guide.
Lake Michigan College has a total of 76 student athletes, 38 men and 38 women who compete in inter-collegiate athletics.
| Total Revenue (all teams) | $562,568 |
| Total Expenses (all teams) | $497,226 |
| Net | $65,342 |
For more information about athletics including per-team sizes, coaching and scholarships check out our Guide to Lake Michigan College Athletics
