Is North Country Community College worth it?
North Country Community College is a public, two-year institution in Saranac Lake, New York (small town). It awarded 200 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in registered nursing, licensed practical nurse training and entrepreneurship studies.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$38,954
Median earnings 4 years after
$54,281
Median earnings 10 years after
$38,276
Average net price
$11,868
Completion rate
29%
Completions (2024)
200
Years to pay back
under 1 year
Students (undergrad)
819
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Associate | $69,472 | $85,364 | 87 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | Associate | $24,113 | $46,635 | 46 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General | Associate | $50,293 | $72,163 | 28 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Undergraduate certificate | $45,808 | $75,715 | 28 |
| General Sales, Merchandising and Related Marketing Operations | Associate | $14,976 | $38,497 | 26 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate | $54,327 | $77,121 | 20 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | Associate | $31,175 | $45,292 | 18 |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Computer Software and Media Applications | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Computer Software and Media Applications | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Teaching Assistants/Aides | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Associate | 52 |
| Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 49 |
| Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies | Associate | 30 |
| Humanities/Humanistic Studies | Associate | 20 |
| Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist | Associate | 17 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Associate | 9 |
| Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration | Associate | 6 |
| Human Services, General | Associate | 4 |
| Environmental Science | Associate | 3 |
| Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Facilities Management, General | Associate | 3 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 57% | 2,127 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 8% | 315 |
| Retail Trade | 8% | 302 |
| Public Administration | 6% | 229 |
| Educational Services | 5% | 170 |
| Other Services (except Public Administration) | 2% | 78 |
| Manufacturing | 2% | 75 |
| Construction | 1% | 55 |
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Sources: federal figures for North Country Community College. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for New York. Counts under 10 are not published.
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