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Great Lakes Christian College

Lansing, Michigan 48917-1299

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Close-knit campus

Great Lakes Christian College is a private suburban institution in Lansing, Michigan. The school is accessible to a wide range of students.

A small campus of 130 undergraduates with a 13:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.

26% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $31,053 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $18,700.

Established
1949
Type
Private college
Division
Division II

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SAT Avg
130Students
13:1Student:Faculty
26%Grad Rate
$31,053Earnings 10yr
$18,700Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Great Lakes Christian College Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions Intel

Yield Rate

35.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$19,990
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,100
Total Cost of Attendance$29,664
Average Net Price$18,700
Median Debt at Graduation$18,779
Monthly Payment (10yr)$199

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$20,032
$30–48K$17,294
$48–75K$15,589
$75–110K$18,664
$110K+$25,214

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

38.3%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$12,250

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

0

Peer Average

3

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

0

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

0

Motor Vehicle Theft

0

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

0

Drug Arrests

0

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (21)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

39%

Negative
  • 39% first-year retention rate
  • Active student organizations
  • Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
130
Gender Split
45% / 55%
Women / Men
First Generation
29%
Pell Grant Recipients
62%

Race & Ethnicity

White 61%
Black 24%
Hispanic 6%
Asian 1%
Two+ 3%
Int'l 5%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate25.9%
Freshman Retention39.5%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$28,240
10 Years$31,053

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
3
vs 2024

More About This School

Varsity Sports

Volleyball

History & Fun Facts

  • History The school was founded as Great Lakes Bible College in 1949 at Rock Lake, Michigan, near Vestaburg, with a student body of 12.
  • In 1951, the college purchased a nearby farm, which was converted into the first campus.
  • The college subsequently moved to the Dodge Mansion in Lansing in 1958.
  • In 1972, the college purchased 47 acres (19 ha) of land in Delta Township and built the new campus there.
  • In 1992, the College changed its name to Great Lakes Christian College.

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

DTW Detroit75 mi
MKE Milwaukee166 mi
CLE Cleveland171 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA691 mi · ~19h 58m drive
New York, NY566 mi · ~16h 21m drive
Hartford, CT615 mi · ~17h 46m drive
Providence, RI678 mi · ~19h 35m drive
Albany, NY552 mi · ~15h 57m drive
Syracuse, NY430 mi · ~12h 25m drive
Rochester, NY356 mi · ~10h 17m drive
Buffalo, NY292 mi · ~8h 26m drive
Philadelphia, PA528 mi · ~15h 15m drive
Pittsburgh, PA288 mi · ~8h 19m drive
Harrisburg, PA436 mi · ~12h 36m drive
Newark, NJ557 mi · ~16h 5m drive
Washington, DC478 mi · ~13h 49m drive
Baltimore, MD482 mi · ~13h 55m drive
Atlanta, GA622 mi · ~17h 58m drive
Charlotte, NC558 mi · ~16h 7m drive
Raleigh, NC579 mi · ~16h 44m drive
Miami, FL1201 mi · ~34h 42m drive
Orlando, FL999 mi · ~28h 52m drive
Tampa, FL1030 mi · ~29h 45m drive
Nashville, TN470 mi · ~13h 35m drive
New Orleans, LA934 mi · ~26h 59m drive
Richmond, VA524 mi · ~15h 8m drive
Chicago, IL164 mi · ~4h 44m drive
Detroit, MI86 mi · ~2h 29m drive
Minneapolis, MN456 mi · ~13h 10m drive
St. Louis, MO407 mi · ~11h 45m drive
Kansas City, MO577 mi · ~16h 40m drive
Indianapolis, IN221 mi · ~6h 23m drive
Columbus, OH211 mi · ~6h 6m drive
Cleveland, OH174 mi · ~5h 2m drive
Milwaukee, WI167 mi · ~4h 49m drive
Dallas, TX955 mi · ~27h 35m drive
Houston, TX1077 mi · ~31h 7m drive
Austin, TX1126 mi · ~32h 32m drive
San Antonio, TX1199 mi · ~34h 38m drive
Los Angeles, CA1902 mi · ~54h 57m drive
San Francisco, CA2004 mi · ~57h 54m drive
San Diego, CA1893 mi · ~54h 41m drive
Seattle, WA1847 mi · ~53h 21m drive
Portland, OR1878 mi · ~54h 15m drive
Denver, CO1075 mi · ~31h 3m drive
Phoenix, AZ1615 mi · ~46h 39m drive
Salt Lake City, UT1405 mi · ~40h 35m drive
Honolulu, HI4396 mi · ~127h drive
Upper Midwest / Northeast (cold winters, warm summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Detroit (DTW)75 miles
Rental car
113 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
150 min$90-150
Milwaukee (MKE)166 miles
Rental car
249 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
332 min$199-332

Deadline Calendar

Great Lakes Christian College Application Checklist

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