C
Average
Score: 50/100
Overall (traditional)
F
Outcome Rating
24/100 · earnings-weighted

North Country Community College

2-Year Public
📍 Saranac Lake, New York 12983
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (D) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 25%
Outcomes
D
40/100
Affordability
B
65/100
Resources
B
65/100
Experience
B
71/100
Prestige
F
18/100

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

1,615
Total Enrollment
25%
Graduation Rate
51%
Retention Rate
12.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$11,158
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near North Country Community College ▼

46% of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.

Avg Home Value
$353,836
Avg Monthly Rent
$963
1-Year Change
+8.0%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at North Country Community College, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$38,276
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$38,937
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$12,000
Median debt at graduation
29%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
38.5%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 31% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 17th percentile among associate-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (NY wage index 1.10). 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 North Country Community College

Median pay of associate's degree 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
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$69,472$85,364+6%#281 of 962#565$19,351
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions$54,327$77,121+18%#97 of 560#134$12,000
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences$50,293$72,163+41%#4 of 50#6$12,500
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities$24,113$46,635+6%#244 of 947#443$12,000
Criminal Justice and Corrections$31,175$45,292-3%#257 of 426#288—
Business Administration, Management and Operations—$44,262-9%#372 of 547#425—
General Sales, Merchandising and Related Marketing Operations$14,976$38,497-17%#8 of 11#9—
Community Organization and Advocacy—$31,604-28%#11 of 11#11—

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 North Country Community College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $353,836
  • Avg rent near campus: $963/mo — vs ~$533/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 12913 (3.1% cap, Bloomingdale)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $5,280 $12,453
Room $4,796
Board $4,000
Total Cost (On-Campus) $20,358 $27,530

Financial Aid

67%
Receive Any Aid
48%
Receive Pell Grants
43%
Take Out Loans
$11,158
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$8,541
$30,001 - $48,000$13,201
$48,001 - $75,000$14,391
$75,001 - $110,000$17,221
$110,001+$17,077

Student Demographics

1,615
Total Students
64%
Women
26%
Traditional Age (18-24)
46%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 79%
Hispanic 1%
Black 3%
Asian 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 25%
Off-Campus (Renters) 46%
With Family 30%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~736 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 69%
Hybrid (Some Online) 18%
Fully Online 13%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 26%
25-64 (Adult) 22%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at North Country Community College?
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 North Country Community College?
Tuition at North Country Community College is $5,280 for in-state students and $12,453 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $11,158.
What is the graduation rate at North Country Community College?
The graduation rate at North Country Community College is 25%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is North Country Community College a good school?
North Country Community College has a Repit College Score of 50/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (D): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend North Country Community College?
North Country Community College has a total enrollment of 1,615 students.
Is there rental demand near North Country Community College?
Yes! Approximately 46% of students at North Country Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 736 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Saranac Lake area.

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