Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 55.8%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $42,634
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $11,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 22:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 56.4%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $117/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electromechanical Instrumentation and Maintenance Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $56,415 | |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate | $52,524 | $13,000 |
| Energy Systems Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $52,107 | |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers. | Associate | $52,107 | $12,000 |
| Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $42,682 | |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies. | Associate | $39,489 | $11,739 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR). | Associate | $38,829 | |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate | $38,597 | $12,000 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $38,337 | $10,950 |
| Agricultural Business and Management. | Associate | $37,208 | $9,500 |
| Plant Sciences. | Associate | $36,992 | |
| Precision Metal Working. | Certificate | $34,704 | $5,500 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate | $34,420 | $8,125 |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection. | Associate | $33,993 | |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate | $30,988 | $8,040 |
Outcomes Overview
Northeast Community College graduates enter the workforce with manageable debt loads. The median debt of $11,000 creates monthly payments of $117, which represents just 3.3% of typical graduate income. This debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.26 sits well below problematic levels. Graduates earn a median $42,634 ten years out, reflecting the college's focus on practical trades and health sciences that serve rural Nebraska's economy. The 97.9% employment rate demonstrates strong job placement in agriculture, healthcare support, and technical fields. With 56.4% successfully repaying loans and relatively low borrowing costs, Northeast delivers a strong return on investment for students seeking immediate workforce entry.