North Country Community College
Saranac Lake, NY · Public · Associate degree-granting
North Country Community College is a public institution in Saranac Lake, New York, accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. With 819 students, it is a small institution. Graduates earn a median of $38,276 ten years after enrollment, compared to a national median of $40,747. In terms of completion, the graduation rate is 27.1%. Regarding affordability, median graduate debt is $12,000, yielding an earnings-to-debt ratio of 3.19x. The average net price after financial aid is $11,868 per year. The most popular programs include Registered Nursing, Practical Nursing, Entrepreneurship, Liberal Arts & Sciences, and Business Administration & Management.
Key Outcomes
Median Earnings (10yr)
$38,276
Graduation Rate
27.1%
Median Debt
$12,000
Average Net Price
$11,868
Earnings-to-Cost Ratio
1.61x
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio
3.19x
Admissions & Enrollment
Total Enrollment
819
Admission Rate
Not reported
Average SAT
Not reported
Retention Rate
50.6%
Cost
In-State Tuition
$6,682
Out-of-State Tuition
$9,370
Pell Grant Rate
38.5%
Federal Loan Rate
19.6%
Net Cost by Family Income
Income $0–$30K
$8,329
Income $30K–$48K
$13,216
Income $48K–$75K
$14,387
Income $110K+
$16,928
Student Demographics
Women
58.5%
White
73.0%
Black
5.6%
Hispanic
1.5%
Asian
0.0%
Two or More Races
0.2%
Student Loan Performance
Repayment Rate (3yr)
49.8%
Accreditations
- Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology — Radiologic Technology (RAD) - Programs for radiographers (Accredited)
- Middle States Commission on Higher Education — Institutional Accreditation (Accredited)
- New York State Board of Regents, State Education Department, Office of the Professions (Nursing Education) — RN Associate Degree Programs, Licensed Practical Nursing Programs (Accredited)
Programs (19)
Associate (13)
| Program | Median Earnings | Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing | $85,364 | 50 |
| Entrepreneurship | Not reported | 26 |
| Liberal Arts & Sciences | $46,635 | 25 |
| Business Administration & Management | $44,262 | 12 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic & Treatment | $77,121 | 10 |
| Health Services | $72,163 | 7 |
| Criminal Justice & Corrections | $45,292 | 4 |
| Public Administration | Not reported | 4 |
| Mental Health Services | Not reported | 4 |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Not reported | 3 |
| Hospitality Management | Not reported | 3 |
| Community Organization & Advocacy | $31,604 | 0 |
| General Sales, Merchandising and Related Marketing Operations | $38,497 | 0 |
Undergraduate Certificate (1)
| Program | Median Earnings | Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing | $75,715 | 44 |
Show 5 additional programs with limited data
| Program | Level | Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Design & Applied Arts | Associate | 2 |
| Natural Resources Conservation | Associate | 1 |
| Parks, Recreation & Leisure Facilities Management | Associate | 1 |
| Fine Arts | Associate | 1 |
| Health Services | Undergraduate Certificate | 1 |
Rankings Featuring This Institution
- Highest Earning Associate's Nursing & Health Programs in New York
- Highest Earning Associate's Liberal Arts Programs in New York
- Lowest Debt Colleges in New York
- Best ROI 2-Year Colleges in New York