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Average
Score: 51/100

Northampton County Area Community College

2-Year Public
📍 Bethlehem, Pennsylvania 18020
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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: 21%
Outcomes
D
42/100
Affordability
B
67/100
Resources
C+
60/100
Experience
C+
60/100
Prestige
F
28/100

Quick Stats

8,695
Total Enrollment
21%
Graduation Rate
65%
Retention Rate
19.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$10,117
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Northampton County Area Community College

15% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 1,269 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$438,255
Avg Monthly Rent
$2,271
1-Year Change
+6.3%
For parents & investors

The Northampton County Area Community College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $438,255
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,271/mo — vs ~$675/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 18042 (5.2% cap, Easton)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $7,500 $11,250
Room $6,078
Board $4,016
Total Cost (On-Campus) $30,478 $34,228

Financial Aid

78%
Receive Any Aid
51%
Receive Pell Grants
42%
Take Out Loans
$10,117
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$8,432
$30,001 - $48,000$8,833
$48,001 - $75,000$11,938
$75,001 - $110,000$14,596
$110,001+$15,777

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Business/Commerce, General 95 grads/yr General Studies 91 grads/yr Psychology, General 72 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 69 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 50 grads/yr Child Care Provider/Assistant 47 grads/yr Public Health Education and Promotion 42 grads/yr Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder 39 grads/yr Computer Science 38 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 37 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 33 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 31 grads/yr Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance 30 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 28 grads/yr Child Care and Support Services Management 27 grads/yr Culinary Arts/Chef Training 27 grads/yr Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer 25 grads/yr Electrician 25 grads/yr Social Work 24 grads/yr Funeral Service and Mortuary Science, General 24 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Northampton County Area Community College's top programs commonly pursue.

Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs
Administrative services managers
$108k/yr 271,200 jobs
Construction managers
$107k/yr 550,300 jobs
Facilities managers
$105k/yr 151,400 jobs
General and operations managers
$103k/yr 3,712,900 jobs

Student Demographics

8,695
Total Students
64%
Women
59%
Traditional Age (18-24)
15%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 43%
Hispanic 27%
Black 12%
Asian 3%
Two or More 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 17%
Off-Campus (Renters) 15%
With Family 68%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,269 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 25%
Hybrid (Some Online) 56%
Fully Online 19%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 59%
25-64 (Adult) 32%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Northampton County Area 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 Northampton County Area Community College?
Tuition at Northampton County Area Community College is $7,500 for in-state students and $11,250 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $10,117.
What is the graduation rate at Northampton County Area Community College?
The graduation rate at Northampton County Area Community College is 21%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Northampton County Area Community College a good school?
Northampton County Area Community College has a Repit College Score of 51/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (D): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C+): 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 Northampton County Area Community College?
Northampton County Area Community College has a total enrollment of 8,695 students.
Is there rental demand near Northampton County Area Community College?
Yes! Approximately 15% of students at Northampton County Area Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 1,269 students who need rental housing near campus.

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