Lincoln College of Technology-Columbia
Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 64%
Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology
Quick Stats
Earnings, Debt & Completion
What happens to students who enroll at Lincoln College of Technology-Columbia, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
Typical debt at graduation equals about 29% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 54th percentile among certificate-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (MD wage index 1.30). This drives the Outcome Rating.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.
Earnings by Major at Lincoln College of Technology-Columbia
Median pay of undergraduate certificate or diploma graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.
| Major | 1 yr after | 4 yrs after | vs. national | Rank (pay) | Rank (wage-adj.) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians | $37,285 | $53,920 | +19% | #20 of 58 | #33 | $11,250 |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | $35,880 | $53,760 | +1% | #94 of 152 | #123 | $11,931 |
| Precision Metal Working | $39,408 | $52,364 | +8% | #107 of 365 | #264 | $9,987 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | $32,767 | $50,285 | -3% | #165 of 319 | #237 | $13,062 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | $24,128 | $37,522 | +23% | #23 of 68 | #46 | $12,096 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.
The Lincoln College of Technology-Columbia Town Property Report
- Avg home value near campus: $527,164
- Avg rent near campus: $2,004/mo
- Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 21076 (3.9% cap, Hanover)
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🏆 Where Lincoln College of Technology-Columbia Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
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Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from Lincoln College of Technology-Columbia's top programs commonly pursue.
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- Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
- Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
- Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
- Experience (C+): Campus life and learning format
- Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology