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Public, 2-Year
Saranac Lake, NY

North Country Community College

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in NY. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$6,562

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

N/A

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

26.2%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$38,276

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

North Country Community College is a distinguished Public, 2-Year institution located in Saranac Lake, NY. With a competitive tuition profile of $6,562, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 26.2% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 2-Year Cost

$13,124

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

1.6 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$8,276

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$69,636

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$152,396

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 26%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at North Country Community College is $12,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
62.3%
37.7%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
70.2%
Unknown
14.2%
Black
6.2%
American Indian / Alaska Native
5.5%
Hispanic
2.2%
International
0.5%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.5%
Two or more
0.4%
Asian
0.3%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$6,562

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$8,541
$30k - $48k$13,201
$48k - $75k$14,391
$75k+$17,221

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$12,000
Pell Grant Recipients28.0%
Using Federal Loans21.9%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment49.8%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

50.8%

Success

26.2%

In-State Cost

$6,562

Age 25+ Students

22.7%

Carnegie Class

Carnegie 8

Working at 6yr

314 students

Local City Insights

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