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ACCEPTANCE RATE

57.23%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

97%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

16:1

Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid

Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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Elementary Education Degree

The elementary education program at Lake Superior State University prepares students for careers as elementary teachers. The program focuses on teaching students in the elementary grades, which may include kindergarten through eighth grade, depending on the school system or state regulations. Program courses include preparation to teach all elementary education subject matter. Get more details below including other Michigan colleges that offer elementary education degrees.

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Lake Superior State University (LMC)

2755 East Napier Avenue, Benton Harbor, MI

Lake Superior State University provides a variety of degree programs for students to guide them in their growth and development. The school is located in Sault Ste Marie, MI and publically funded. Enrollment at Lake Superior State University is nearly two thousand per year.

Students may choose from several areas of study, including but not limited to:

  • Health And Clinical Professions
  • Security And Protective Services
  • Business And Marketing Studies
  • Education
  • Recreation And Fitness Studies

The admissions process will include the submission of an application, transcripts, and test scores, which are then reviewed by admissions officials. A SAT or ACT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores within the range of 1391 - 1664 on the SAT and within the range of 20 - 24 for the ACT exam is typical among students accepted to Lake Superior State University. Roughly 90 percent of all applicant were admitted at Lake Superior State University, with 34 percent of those accepted choosing to attend.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is different for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state residents pay approximately $10,000 and nonresidents pay $15,000 for the year. Students attending this school may qualify for aid which is generally loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

This school offers several athletic programs overseen by the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include:

  • Basketball (NCAA Division II)
  • Golf (NCAA Division II)
  • Ice Hockey (NCAA Division II)
  • Softball (NCAA Division II)
  • Tennis (NCAA Division II)

Students can visit the Lake Superior State University website to get a complete list of areas of study, programs, student services, and more.

Students Enrolled in the Elementary Education Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Lake Superior State University offers a bachelor's degree program in elementary education.

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male0
Female3

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
White3

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Students who have completed the Elementary Education program at LMC, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:

Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education

Description

Teach students basic academic, social, and other formative skills in public or private schools at the elementary level.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, elementary school teachers, except special education employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.8% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

  • Niles-Benton Harbor, MI
    • Total Employment: 570
    • Average Annual Salary: $53760

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

Admission Requirements & Details

The information regarding admissions below may provide a better idea of the students Lake Superior State University accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • Life Experience Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and alumni, Lake Superior State University may offer services to students like those listed below:

  • Distance learning
  • Remedial instructional courses
  • Academic counseling for students
  • Student employment
  • Assisting students to find work
  • Day care for children

Intercollegiate Athletics

Lake Superior State University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division II without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Basketball (Great Lakes Intercollegiate Ath Conf)
  • Track and Field (Great Lakes Intercollegiate Ath Conf)
  • Golf
  • Ice Hockey
  • Tennis
  • Volleyball