Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 28.4%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $42,436
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $11,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 21:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 47.8%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $117/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate | $62,260 | $13,936 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate | $42,930 | $15,088 |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications. | Associate | $38,289 | $11,000 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Associate | $38,289 | $12,770 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Associate | $32,925 | |
| Legal Support Services. | Associate | $31,127 | |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Associate | $30,771 | $11,000 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate | $29,685 | $11,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate | $26,353 | $5,500 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate | $23,340 | $8,902 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Associate | $20,530 |
Outcomes Overview
Lehigh Carbon graduates enter the workforce with a median debt of $11,000, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 26% based on their $42,436 median earnings after ten years. Monthly loan payments of $117 represent just 3.6% of typical graduate income. The college's 94.9% employment rate reflects strong employer demand in the Lehigh Valley's manufacturing and healthcare sectors. Nearly half of borrowers successfully repay their loans within the standard timeframe. Many graduates pursue nursing, allied health, and skilled trades that offer stable middle-class wages in Pennsylvania's industrial corridor. With relatively low debt and solid employment outcomes, Lehigh Carbon delivers a strong return on investment for career-focused students.