Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 21.2%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $41,566
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $15,495
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 19:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 41.9%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $164/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 | $61,728 | $19,223 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $52,107 | $19,253 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Associate | $45,277 | $16,000 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies. | Associate | $39,369 | |
| Funeral Service and Mortuary Science. | Associate | $33,993 | |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Associate | $28,960 | $22,200 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate | $28,719 | $15,250 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Certificate | $26,896 | |
| Hospitality Administration/Management. | Associate | $25,194 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate | $24,421 | $17,500 |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Associate | $24,035 | $13,849 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate | $23,087 | $14,250 |
| Audiovisual Communications Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $20,140 | |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Associate | $17,470 | $15,047 |
Outcomes Overview
Northampton County graduates earn a median $41,566 ten years after leaving, while carrying typical debt of $15,495. That debt-to-earnings ratio of 37% sits well within manageable territory. Monthly loan payments of $164 consume about 4.7% of median income, leaving room for other expenses. The 93.5% employment rate reflects strong job placement in the Lehigh Valley's manufacturing and healthcare sectors. Many graduates move into nursing, business, and skilled trades that anchor the region's economy. The 42% loan repayment rate suggests some struggle with payments, typical for community college students who often work while studying. For students seeking affordable workforce training in Pennsylvania's third-largest metro area, this represents an average return on investment.