Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 44%
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 Lees-McRae College, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
Typical debt at graduation equals about 40% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 19th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (NC wage index 0.87). 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 Lees-McRae College
Median pay of bachelor'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.
| Major | 1 yr after | 4 yrs after | vs. national | Rank (pay) | Rank (wage-adj.) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | $69,776 | $87,523 | -2% | #437 of 966 | #271 | $19,339 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $33,292 | $60,108 | -12% | #792 of 1176 | #662 | $17,605 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | $39,811 | $50,085 | -10% | #486 of 660 | #404 | $14,050 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | $38,996 | $45,862 | -3% | #448 of 680 | #365 | $15,000 |
| Psychology | — | $44,161 | -13% | #830 of 1027 | #711 | $25,624 |
| Human Services | $34,811 | $43,273 | -11% | #75 of 94 | #68 | $13,000 |
| Zoology/Animal Biology | $24,921 | $38,699 | -12% | #47 of 52 | #36 | $23,000 |
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 Lees-McRae College Town Property Report
- Avg home value near campus: $496,467
- Avg rent near campus: $1,898/mo — vs ~$667/mo campus room rate
- Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 28607 (3.1% cap, Boone)
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🏆 Where Lees-McRae College Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $28,790 | $28,790 |
| Room | $6,000 | |
| Board | $7,730 | |
| Total Cost (On-Campus) | $49,890 | $49,890 |
Financial Aid
Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from Lees-McRae College's top programs commonly pursue.
Student Demographics
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Is Lees-McRae College a good school?
- Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
- Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
- Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
- Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
- Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology