Petoskey Regional Center

Start here, Stay here, Succeed Here

LSSU’s Petoskey Regional Center offers a student-oriented approach to higher education. Our small class size, experienced faculty and the ability to pursue your educational dreams close to home are what the LSSU regional centers are all about. We are here for you – our students.

We are proud of the high-quality instruction we provide and of the personal attention that has always been a hallmark of the Lake Superior State University experience.

The LSSU Petoskey Regional Center is housed on the North Central Michigan College campus in Petoskey. For assistance in planning your educational goals, contact the Regional Centers Director. We can help answer your academic questions in areas of admissions requirements, scholarship/financial aid, counseling, course selection and registration for classes.

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I would highly recommend LSSU to any future students that are interested in furthering on within their educational pathway!

Jamie M., B.S. Early Childhood Education '21
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Over the past four years at LSSU, I have formed lasting relationship with faculty, peers, and mentors. I encourage you to attend LSSU to have the experience I did.

Keegan B., B.S. Accounting '22
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With support from advisors, transferring to LSSU was seamless, and now I'm excited to bring my education back to my roots [on Beaver Island]. I couldn't be more excited to see where life takes me next.

Clairessa K., B.S. Business Administration-Management '25
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This program helped me pursue a degree the non-traditional route, especially as a first generation college student.

Claire M., B.S. Business Administration-Management '25
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Professor Seth McCall made a lasting impact on my time at LSSU. His support, knowledge, and willingness to adapt his classes to meet students’ needs made my college experience truly meaningful.

Jayna B., B.S. Teacher Education Grade Band PK-3 '25

Resources

Select a program card under “Degrees Available in Petoskey” to view a brief overview of the degree and download the program requirements.

Considering transferring from NCMC to a program on LSSU’s main campus? Explore how your courses transfer by checking out the articulation (transfer) agreements on the LSSU Provost’s Office website: LSSU Articulation Agreements. Simply expand the North Central Michigan College link for details.

Please note, this is not a comprehensive list – additional guides are in development. For a full list of degree programs, visit the LSSU Catalog or contact the regional centers director.

LSSU has enjoyed a partnership with NCMC for over 30 years. For information about NCMC, please visit their website at http://www.ncmich.edu/ or for a campus map https://www.ncmich.edu/about-us/Visit/petoskey-campus-map.html

Degrees Available in Petoskey

Accounting, B.S.

  • Prepare for a career in accounting by developing expertise in financial reporting, analysis, and decision-making. Adding the 150-credit hour concentration, this program includes a CPA-prep course and meets Michigan’s educational requirements for CPA licensure.
Business Administration, Accounting-Finance Minor, B.S.

  • Build a strong foundation in business with an emphasis in accounting and finance. LSSU’s Business Administration program develops well-rounded professionals with the knowledge and skills to succeed across all areas of business and prepares graduates for careers or advanced study in business.
Business Administration, International Business Minor, B.S.

  • Gain a global perspective on business with LSSU’s Business Administration program. Build a strong foundation in business concepts while developing the skills needed to succeed in today’s interconnected marketplace and pursue careers or advanced study in business.
Business Administration, Marketing Minor, B.S.

  • Build a strong foundation in business with an emphasis in marketing. LSSU’s Business Administration program develops well-rounded professionals with the knowledge and skills to succeed across all areas of business and prepares graduates for careers or advanced study in business and marketing.
Business Administration-Entrepreneurship, B.S.

  • Turn ideas into action with LSSU’s Entrepreneurship program. Develop the skills to evaluate opportunities, create business plans, launch ventures, and manage small businesses. Graduates are prepared for careers as entrepreneurs, business advisors, or professionals in entrepreneurial organizations.
Business Administration-Management, B.S.

  • Develop the leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills needed to succeed in today’s business environment. LSSU’s Management program combines a strong business foundation with real-world experiences to prepare graduates for leadership, human resources, and management careers in business and nonprofit organizations.
Criminal Justice, Generalist Concentration, B.S.

  • Launch a rewarding career with LSSU’s Criminal Justice program. Gain practical knowledge through expert instruction, hands-on learning, and internships. The Generalist concentration is available at the regional center, with additional concentrations and MCOLES certification offered on the main campus.
General Studies, B.A./B.S.

  • Create a degree as unique as your goals with LSSU’s General Studies program. Combine two minors, two concentrations, or a combination of both to explore multiple areas of interest. Through interdisciplinary learning and a capstone project, you’ll develop the skills to adapt and succeed in a changing world.
Nursing, Post-Licensure Completion, B.S.

  • Advance your nursing career with LSSU’s online RN to BSN Completion program. Designed for licensed registered nurses, the program builds the knowledge and leadership skills needed to provide high-quality care across diverse healthcare settings. Flexible full- and part-time online options are available.
English Language Arts Teaching (Grades 5-12), B.A.

  • Inspire a lifelong love of reading and writing with LSSU’s English Education program. Gain a strong foundation in literature, teaching methods, and classroom practice to prepare for a rewarding career as an English teacher. LSSU’s educator preparation programs are CAEP accredited.
Mathematics, Secondary Teaching Grades 5-9, B.S.

  • Prepare to teach middle school mathematics with LSSU’s Mathematics Education program. Build a strong foundation in mathematics, technology, and effective teaching through hands-on classroom experiences. Graduates are prepared for certification to teach mathematics in grades 5–9.
Petoskey Math Secondary Education
Mathematics, Secondary Teaching Grades 7-12, B.S.

  • Turn your passion for mathematics into a teaching career. LSSU’s Mathematics Education program combines rigorous mathematics coursework, technology integration, and extensive classroom experience to prepare graduates for certification to teach mathematics in grades 7–12.
Teacher Education, Grade Band BK, B.S.

  • Prepare to support the growth and development of young children with LSSU’s Birth–Kindergarten Teacher Preparation program. Gain hands-on clinical experience while developing expertise in whole-child development, early childhood education, and developmentally appropriate teaching practices. LSSU’s educator preparation programs are CAEP accredited.
Teacher Education, Grade Band PK-3, B.S.

  • Prepare to teach and inspire young learners with LSSU’s PK–3 Teacher Preparation program. Gain hands-on classroom experience while developing the skills to teach literacy, math, science, and social studies using developmentally appropriate, whole-child approaches. Students may also add a Learning Disabilities endorsement. LSSU’s educator preparation programs are CAEP accredited.
Teacher Education, Grade Band 3-6, B.S.

  • Prepare to inspire the next generation with LSSU’s Elementary Teacher Preparation program. Gain hands-on classroom experience while developing the knowledge and teaching skills to educate students in grades 3–6 across all core subjects. Students may also pursue a Learning Disabilities endorsement. LSSU’s educator preparation programs are CAEP accredited.
E-Marketing
E-Marketing, Certificate

  • Build in-demand digital marketing skills with LSSU’s E-Marketing Certificate. Learn SEO, social media, content marketing, web analytics, email marketing, and more to prepare for careers in today’s fast-growing digital marketplace. This flexible certificate can be completed in just 9 credits.
Social Emotional learning
Social Emotional Learning, Certificate

  • Strengthen your ability to support the whole learner with LSSU’s Social Emotional Learning Certificate. Connect SEL theory to classroom practice while gaining practical strategies to foster inclusive learning environments and address students’ academic, social, and emotional needs.
Special Education Learning Disabilities, Minor

  • Develop the knowledge and skills to support students with learning disabilities in grades K–12. This flexible program can be paired with a teacher preparation degree, completed by licensed teachers seeking an LD endorsement, or taken by those interested in working with individuals with special needs.

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Heidi Rife
Heidi Rife, DBA-Data Analytics

Regional Centers Director

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    North Central Michigan College
    2001 N. Lincoln Rd
    Escanaba, MI 49829

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