Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 17.7%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $45,391
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $9,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 16:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 53.0%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $95/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fire Protection. | Associate | $79,450 | |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate | $59,937 | $11,301 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $59,124 | $16,250 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Certificate | $52,607 | |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Certificate | $49,625 | $7,250 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate | $46,087 | $11,050 |
| Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $36,848 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate | $36,726 | |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Certificate | $36,668 | |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Associate | $33,993 | |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate | $33,993 | $7,449 |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Associate | $32,925 | |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Associate | $28,236 | $8,750 |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Associate | $27,522 | $7,000 |
| Agricultural and Domestic Animal Services. | Associate | $26,353 |
Outcomes Overview
North Shore graduates enter the workforce with manageable debt loads. The median debt of $9,000 creates monthly payments of just $95. At median earnings of $45,391 ten years out, graduates dedicate only 2.5% of their income to loan payments. This debt-to-income ratio sits well below the recommended 10% threshold. The 94.2% employment rate reflects the college's strong connections to local healthcare systems, manufacturing companies, and service industries around Boston's North Shore. Many graduates transfer to four-year universities or enter fields like nursing, business, and skilled trades. With low debt and solid earning potential in a high-cost region, North Shore delivers a strong return on investment for career-focused students.