C
Average
Score: 48/100
Overall (traditional)
B+
Outcome Rating
77/100 · earnings-weighted

Lincoln Technical Institute-Union

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Union, New Jersey 07083
ℹ️
Rating Context: This is a specialized vocational program (less than 2-year). Our comprehensive rating system is optimized for traditional colleges and may not fully reflect the value of career-focused training programs.

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: 72%
Outcomes
B
65/100
Affordability
D
42/100
Resources
D
39/100
Experience
C+
57/100
Prestige
D
34/100

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

1,648
Total Enrollment
72%
Graduation Rate
80%
Retention Rate
28.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Lincoln Technical Institute-Union, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$46,396
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$42,500
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$11,730
Median debt at graduation
74.8%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
56.1%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 25% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 79th percentile among certificate-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (NJ 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 Technical Institute-Union

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.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians$40,778$55,887+23%#15 of 58#25$14,069
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians$35,905$50,593-2%#153 of 319#235$12,532
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers$32,841$49,232-7%#118 of 152#138$12,445

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.

For parents & investors

The Lincoln Technical Institute-Union Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $585,983
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,615/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 07203 (4.0% cap, Roselle)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition N/A N/A

Financial Aid

92%
Receive Any Aid
64%
Receive Pell Grants
75%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

1,648
Total Students
4%
Women
73%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 16%
Hispanic 44%
Black 33%
Asian 3%
Two or More 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 73%
25-64 (Adult) 27%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Lincoln Technical Institute-Union?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Lincoln Technical Institute-Union?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at Lincoln Technical Institute-Union?
The graduation rate at Lincoln Technical Institute-Union is 72%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Lincoln Technical Institute-Union a good school?
Lincoln Technical Institute-Union has a Repit College Score of 48/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (D): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a vocational program, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Lincoln Technical Institute-Union?
Lincoln Technical Institute-Union has a total enrollment of 1,648 students. Most students (73%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology