Northampton County Area Community College
About Northampton County Area Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Northampton Community College teaches in Bethlehem, in the Lehigh Valley of Pennsylvania, and is one of the few community colleges in the state with dormitories. It is a Hispanic-Serving Institution, and better than a quarter of its students move on to a four-year college.
Founded
1967
Location
Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
Students
7,667
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
23.6%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$5,550
Out-of-state: $15,270
Avg Net Price
$12,119
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$41,566
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
23.6% complete their degree within three years
Retention
63.6%
Transfer Out
26%
Teaching Quality
19:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
16.4%
$/Student
$8.3K
Class Size
Large
The 23.6% graduation rate is below average, but 63.6% 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
$5,550
In-State
$15,270
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$10,770
Books & Supplies
$1,800
Total Cost of Attendance
$18,119
After Financial Aid
$12,119
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$8,986
Receive Grants
40.2%
Take Loans
28.5%
The total cost of attendance runs about $18,119/yr, including $10,770 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $12,119.
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 Northampton County Area Community College fund their education.
While in School
40.2%
Get Grants
Free money
28.5%
Take Loans
Must repay
$26,727
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$15,495
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$164/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 28.5% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $15,495. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Northampton County Area Community College.
Gender
64.7%
Female
35%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
7,667
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
48%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
32.5%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 65% of the student body. 48% 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
7,667
Students
community
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Northampton County Area Community College fields 6 varsity teams with 128 student athletes, about 2% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division III
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
6
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
128
2% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
71% / 29%
91
Men
37
Women
5
Men's Teams
4
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Northampton County Area Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$41,566
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$24K
118 grads
1yr Earnings
Business/Commerce, General
$29K
79 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
—
74 grads
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$73K
62 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$27K
55 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$31K
44 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $37K six years out, growing to $42K 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.