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Lansing Community College

Public Lansing, MI · Urban · Great Lakes · 87% data reported · Agent Insights
24%
Graduation Rate
$39,206
Earnings (10yr)
$5,437
Net Price
8,207
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Overview

With an enrollment of 8,207 students, Lansing Community College serves those looking to enter the workforce quickly or gain foundational skills for further education. The college stands out for its practical programs in Health Professions, Humanities, Mechanic & Repair Tech, Business & Marketing, and Computer Science & IT. This diverse range allows students to choose paths that align with their interests and the job market’s demands.

Looking at what happens after graduation, students can expect to earn around $39,206 within ten years of completing their studies. While the graduation rate is 24%, many students find a pathway to success through technical programs that equip them with in-demand skills. This can lead to upward mobility, particularly in fields like health professions and technology, which are often more accessible for community college graduates.

When it comes to the financial side, the average net price for attending Lansing Community College after aid is $5,437, which is quite manageable compared to many other institutions. With a median debt of $12,700, graduates typically leave with a reasonable financial burden. Students who thrive here often value practical learning and are driven to gain skills that lead to immediate employment opportunities in their chosen fields.

Rankings

How Lansing Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation24%Earnings 10yr$39KNet Price$5KRetention70%Median Debt$13KPell Grant Rate28%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$5K$0-30K$4K$30-48K$7K$48-75K$12K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%849.5%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%872.9%MOBILITY74.15%

Cost & Financial Aid

$4,100
In-State Tuition
$11,300
Out-of-State
$5,437
Avg Net Price
$12,700
Median Debt
28%
Pell Grant Rate
17%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$4,961
Family Income $0–$30K
$4,202
Family Income $30K–$48K
$6,652
Family Income $48K–$75K
$11,709
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$35,174
6 Years After Entry
$36,744
8 Years
$39,206
10 Years
0.32x
Debt-to-Earnings
50%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$35,174 6yr $36,744 8yr $39,206 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

74.15%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
872.9%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
849.5%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$80,700
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.14
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.05
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
8.5%
Volunteering Rate
0.98
Support Ratio
Community support

Innovation

Data: Opportunity Insights Patent & Innovation Data

0.151%
Inventor Rate
16
Total Patents
5
Total Citations

Academics & Admissions

Retention Rate 70%
Full-Time Faculty 33%
Faculty Salary (mo) $8,885
Diversity Index 0.55
First-Gen Students 38%

Top Programs

Health Professions 32%
Humanities 24%
Mechanic & Repair Tech 8%
Business & Marketing 6%
Computer Science & IT 5%
Criminal Justice 4%
Construction Trades 3%
Psychology 3%