Lake Michigan College

Overview

Lake Michigan College, located in Benton Harbor, Michigan, is a public two-year institution established in 1946. Situated near the shores of Lake Michigan, it offers a scenic campus setting approximately 40 miles from South Bend, Indiana. The college enrolls a diverse student body across its four campuses and online, serving students with a range of associate degrees, certificates, and transfer programs. Known for its comprehensive community college curriculum, Lake Michigan College is particularly recognized for its nursing and advanced manufacturing programs. The college provides on-campus housing options with its Beckwith Hall, offering apartment-style living to students. While Lake Michigan College maintains an open admissions policy, fostering accessibility for many students, its academic atmosphere remains committed to quality education and support. Although not widely known for athletics, the college fields teams in several sports, competing as the Red Hawks in the Michigan Community College Athletic Association (MCCAA).

Lake Michigan College has an open admission policy which permits enrollment by any high school graduate or GED holding student.  719 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,824 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $7,148 plus fees of $0.