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Lake Superior State University

Sault Ste Marie, Michigan · Public

100%acceptance rate
–SAT middle 50%
–ACT middle 50%
$14,345average net price, in-state

Lake Superior State University admitted 100% of 1,834 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). Test scores aren’t considered (test blind). 56% of students graduate within six years.

Your chances at Lake Superior State University

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Application deadlines

Lake Superior State University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:

Regular decision
Rolling admission

The application is free.

Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Lake Superior State University’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.

Early decision and early action

Lake Superior State University doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.

What admissions weighs

How Lake Superior State University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.

Very important

  • GPA
  • Talent or ability

Important

  • –

Considered

  • Course rigor
  • Class rank
  • Test scores
  • Essay
  • Recommendations
  • Interview
  • Activities
  • Character
  • First generation
  • Legacy
  • Where you live
  • Work experience
  • Showing interest

Not considered

  • State residency
  • Religion
  • Volunteering

High school GPA

First-year students averaged a 3.26 GPA. 14% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.

  • 4.013%
  • 3.75–3.9917%
  • 3.50–3.7417%
  • 3.25–3.4911%
  • 3.00–3.2412%
  • 2.50–2.9913%
  • 2.00–2.499%
  • Under 2.08%

Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.

What it costs

Full price with housing is $28,983 in-state and $28,983 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $14,345 on average (in-state).

Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:

  • $0–30k$9,949
  • $30–48k$8,477
  • $48–75k$12,862
  • $75–110k$18,261
  • $110k+$20,766

Quick answers

What is Lake Superior State University’s acceptance rate?

Lake Superior State University admitted 100% of applicants: 1,834 of 1,834 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).

When is Lake Superior State University’s application deadline?

Lake Superior State University uses rolling admission for 2026–27 and has no early round on the Common App, so applying early in the fall gives you the best shot at open spots and aid.

How much is Lake Superior State University’s application fee?

The application is free for 2026–27.

Does Lake Superior State University have supplemental essays?

No. Lake Superior State University doesn’t ask for a supplemental essay or the Common App personal essay for 2026–27.

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