North Shore Community College
About North Shore Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
North Shore Community College teaches in Danvers and Lynn, on the coast north of Boston, and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution. Health administration and nursing are its largest programs, and a quarter of its students transfer on.
Founded
1965
Location
Danvers, Massachusetts
Students
4,393
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
17.8%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$5,352
Out-of-state: $10,920
Avg Net Price
$9,000
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$45,391
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
17.8% complete their degree within three years
Retention
60.9%
Transfer Out
25%
Teaching Quality
16:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$9.2K
Class Size
Medium
The 17.8% graduation rate is below average, but 60.9% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$5,352
In-State
$10,920
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,600
Total Cost of Attendance
$15,896
After Financial Aid
$9,000
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$8,622
Receive Grants
32%
Take Loans
10.4%
Tuition is $5,352/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $9,000.
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 North Shore Community College fund their education.
While in School
32%
Get Grants
Free money
10.4%
Take Loans
Must repay
$24,338
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$9,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$95/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $9,000, 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 North Shore Community College.
Gender
64.7%
Female
35%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
4,393
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
52.1%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
37.4%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 65% of the student body. 52.1% 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
4,393
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
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of North Shore Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$45,391
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$33K
190 grads
1yr Earnings
Health and Medical Administrative Services
$34K
53 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$73K
53 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$63K
38 grads
1yr Earnings
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services
$35K
37 grads
1yr Earnings
Fire Protection
$91K
29 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $40K six years out, growing to $45K 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.