LSSU Regional Centers and Locations
Mission Statement
LSSU’s regional centers and locations are committed to providing Northern Michigan-area residents educational opportunities for intellectual, personal, and professional growth.
Delivering Academic Excellence Close to You!
LSSU offers a student-oriented approach to higher education. Our small class size, experienced faculty, and nearby sites are what the LSSU regional centers and locations are all about. We are here for you.
We are proud of the high-quality instruction and personal attention we provide; they’re hallmarks of the Lake Superior State University experience.
For assistance in planning your educational goals email [email protected] to schedule a meeting or request information online. We can help answer questions about admissions requirements, scholarships/financial aid, counseling, course selection, and registration for classes.
About LSSU
A Degree Right Here
Complete your degree or certificate close to home - without traveling to LSSU’s main campus in Sault Ste. Marie, MI. Courses are offered at regional centers in Escanaba, Iron Mountain, and Petoskey. Check with your regional director regarding any program-specific main campus requirements. LSSU also offers an in-person, cohort-based learning model at the Chippewa Correctional Facility.
When to Start
You can begin a bachelor’s degree after earning at least 56 transferable credits or completing an associate degree. We strongly recommend earning the Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA) endorsement first, which indicates that your general education requirements have been satisfied at the degree-granting institution. Most certificate programs do not require prior transfer credit.
Completing your Degree or Certificate
Students who transfer with an associate degree can typically complete a bachelor’s degree in 2–3 years, depending on their program and whether they attend full time or part time. Taking two courses per semester is a common path for working adults.
Flexible Course Delivery
Bachelor’s degree courses are offered in a variety of formats - including in-person, online, virtual, and blended modalities. Available delivery methods vary by program and course.
Faculty
Learn from experienced educators and professionals. LSSU faculty and adjunct instructors bring advanced credentials, real-world expertise, and a commitment to student success in every course.
Personalized Support
Our Regional Center staff are here to help every step of the way - from educational planning and course scheduling to connecting you with campus resources and services. We are committed to making your path to a degree or certificate as smooth and convenient as possible.
Additional Services
The Academic Success Center provides free academic support (such as tutoring and mentoring) to all registered Lake State students. Visit https://www.lssu.edu/academics/academic-services/academic-success-center/ for more info!
Services are arranged with the assistance of the staff at our regional centers and locations. They can help with providing extended testing time, proctoring in alternative sites, obtaining alternative format for textbooks and exams, and more. Disability Services also serve as the facilitator between students, faculty, and regional center and location staff. Additional information may be found at https://www.lssu.edu/academics/academic-services/accessibility/
LSSU’s current and past academic catalogs are at https://catalog.lssu.edu/
Check out our library webpage at https://www.lssu.edu/resources/about-lssu/contact-lssu/library/services/regional-online-student-services/ to find out more information about LSSU’s services for regional center students and online students.
Access e-mail, set up a calendar, register for classes, check grades, and much more at https://my.lssu.edu!
Textbooks are available from the Barnes & Noble at Lake Superior State University bookstore. Call (906) 635-2645.
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