Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 21.4%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $40,437
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $11,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 15:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 50.7%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $117/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nuclear Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $63,005 | |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate | $62,674 | $17,000 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $50,856 | $13,750 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Associate | $35,594 | $12,500 |
| Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technology. | Associate | $33,993 | |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR). | Associate | $33,993 | |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate | $30,119 | $8,068 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Associate | $29,685 | |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers. | Associate | $28,960 | |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Associate | $25,484 | $9,084 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services. | Associate | $25,194 | |
| Foods, Nutrition, and Related Services. | Associate | $24,035 | |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate | $19,683 | $9,877 |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Associate | $19,592 |
Outcomes Overview
LCCC graduates enter the workforce with a median debt of $11,000, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.27 against median earnings of $40,437. Monthly loan payments of $117 consume just 3.5% of gross income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The school's 95.7% employment rate reflects strong local demand for skilled workers in healthcare, manufacturing, and business services that dominate northeastern Pennsylvania's economy. Ten years out, graduates earn $40,437, which aligns with typical community college outcomes but lags four-year degree holders. Only 21.4% complete their programs within six years, though many transfer or enter the workforce early. For students seeking affordable workforce preparation, this represents a strong return on investment.