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Escanaba/Iron Mountain Regional Center

Delivering Academic Excellence Close to Home!

At LSSU, we take a student-focused approach to higher education. With small class sizes, experienced faculty, and the opportunity to pursue your educational goals close to home, our regional centers are designed with you in mind.

We take pride in providing high-quality instruction and the personalized attention that defines the Lake Superior State University experience.

The LSSU Escanaba/Iron Mountain Regional Center is located on the Bay de Noc Community College campus in Escanaba. For guidance on planning your educational path, visit our office in Escanaba or schedule a meeting with the Regional Centers Director at the Iron Mountain campus.

Contact us: [email protected] or 906-217-4123

We’re here to assist with admissions, scholarships/financial aid, counseling, course selection, and class registration. Let us help you take the next step in your academic journey!

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I had a very positive college experience thanks to all the help I received from my mentors, teachers, and fellow students.

Maia R., B.S. Business Administration-Management '20
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I loved my experience at LSSU. The teachers and my advisor Heidi were the best cheerleaders and helped me through any issues that came up. I would highly recommend this program.

Katie B., B.S. Early Childhood Education '22
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As a LSSU transfer student I became a first generation college graduate in my family. The transfer program gave me the ability to pursue higher education while working full time for my tribe and parenting my child.

Amanda H., B.S. Business Administration-Management '19
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With the help of many people through the program, I was able to juggle a full-time job and attend college full-time. They made it extremely easy, and were so compassionate, pushing me to pursue my dream of Law School.

Antonia N., B.S. Criminal Justice '25
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My degree from LSSU got me to where I am today. It pushed me to keep going and not give up, even when classes got harder.

LeAnn J., B.S. Early Childhood Education '18

Resources

Select a program card under “Degrees Available in Escanaba/Iron Mountain” to view a brief overview and download the program requirements. Note: Not all Bay College courses are offered at the Iron Mountain campus each semester. Please consult a Bay College advisor to plan your coursework based on course availability and rotation. The LSSU portion of each program can be completed at either campus.

Considering transferring from Bay College to an LSSU program on the main campus? Explore how your Bay College coursework transfers by reviewing the articulation (transfer) agreements on Provost’s Office website: LSSU Articulation Agreements. Simply expand the Bay de Noc Community College section to view all available transfer guides.

Please note that these agreements are not yet comprehensive, and additional transfer guides are currently being developed. For a complete list of LSSU’s degree programs, visit the LSSU Catalog.

LSSU has enjoyed a partnership with Bay College for over 35 years. For information about Bay College, please visit their website or view campus map.

Degrees Available in Escanaba/Iron Mountain

Accounting Escanaba
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.
Accounting Financial Escanaba
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.
International 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.
Marketing
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
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 Management
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
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
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 BSN
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
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.
Math 5-9
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.
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.
Birth - Kindergarten
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.
PK3
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.
3-6 Teacher Education
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 a 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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    Bay College Campus
    2001 N. Lincoln Road
    Escanaba, MI 49829

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