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Average
Score: 48/100

Lehigh Carbon Community College

2-Year Public
📍 Schnecksville, Pennsylvania 18078
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 (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 28%
Outcomes
C
45/100
Affordability
B
70/100
Resources
C+
56/100
Experience
D
40/100
Prestige
F
28/100

Quick Stats

6,385
Total Enrollment
28%
Graduation Rate
62%
Retention Rate
21.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$8,956
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Lehigh Carbon Community College

29% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 1,820 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$531,892
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,332
1-Year Change
+8.0%
For parents & investors

The Lehigh Carbon Community College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $531,892
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,332/mo

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $7,500 $11,225

Financial Aid

77%
Receive Any Aid
48%
Receive Pell Grants
31%
Take Out Loans
$8,956
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$6,941
$30,001 - $48,000$7,817
$48,001 - $75,000$11,309
$75,001 - $110,000$14,094
$110,001+$14,856

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 163 grads/yr General Studies 131 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 73 grads/yr Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General 51 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 42 grads/yr Psychology, General 33 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 23 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 23 grads/yr Education, General 22 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, General 20 grads/yr Speech Communication and Rhetoric 19 grads/yr Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General 18 grads/yr Medical/Clinical Assistant 17 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 17 grads/yr Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications 15 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 15 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration 14 grads/yr Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping 14 grads/yr Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician 14 grads/yr Legal Assistant/Paralegal 14 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Lehigh Carbon Community College's top programs commonly pursue.

Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs

Student Demographics

6,385
Total Students
63%
Women
49%
Traditional Age (18-24)
29%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 52%
Hispanic 30%
Black 8%
Asian 3%
Two or More 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 29%
With Family 72%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,820 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 39%
Hybrid (Some Online) 30%
Fully Online 31%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 49%
25-64 (Adult) 26%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Lehigh Carbon 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 Lehigh Carbon Community College?
Tuition at Lehigh Carbon Community College is $7,500 for in-state students and $11,225 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $8,956.
What is the graduation rate at Lehigh Carbon Community College?
The graduation rate at Lehigh Carbon Community College is 28%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Lehigh Carbon Community College a good school?
Lehigh Carbon Community College has a Repit College Score of 48/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (D): 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 Lehigh Carbon Community College?
Lehigh Carbon Community College has a total enrollment of 6,385 students.
Is there rental demand near Lehigh Carbon Community College?
Yes! Approximately 29% of students at Lehigh Carbon Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 1,820 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Schnecksville area.

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