Luzerne County Community College
About Luzerne County Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Luzerne County Community College teaches in Nanticoke, in the anthracite coal country of northeastern Pennsylvania. Nursing and allied health are its largest programs.
Founded
1967
Location
Nanticoke, Pennsylvania
Students
3,317
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
22.7%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$6,600
Out-of-state: $16,260
Avg Net Price
$9,433
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$40,437
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
22.7% complete their degree within three years
Retention
59.9%
Transfer Out
18%
Teaching Quality
15:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
38.5%
$/Student
$7.8K
Class Size
Medium
The 22.7% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$6,600
In-State
$16,260
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$2,000
Total Cost of Attendance
$14,499
After Financial Aid
$9,433
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$7,711
Receive Grants
37.5%
Take Loans
28.8%
Tuition is $6,600/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $9,433.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Luzerne County Community College fund their education.
While in School
37.5%
Get Grants
Free money
28.8%
Take Loans
Must repay
$24,834
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$11,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$117/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $11,000, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Luzerne County Community College.
Gender
65.8%
Female
34%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
3,317
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
54.9%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
30%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 66% of the student body. 54.9% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
3,317
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Luzerne County Community College fields 2 varsity teams with 16 student athletes.
Division
NJCAA
Division III
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
2
Biggest: Basketball
Student Athletes
16
15 men, 1 women
Athletes by Gender
94% / 6%
15
Men
1
Women
1
Men's Teams
1
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Luzerne County Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$40,437
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$77K
105 grads
1yr Earnings
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$25K
76 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$51K
32 grads
1yr Earnings
Business/Commerce, General
$39K
19 grads
1yr Earnings
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services
—
18 grads
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$33K
17 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $36K six years out, growing to $40K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.