- Lehigh Carbon Community College prepares students with career-focused programs and transfer degrees for those interested in pursuing a bachelor's degree. At LCCC, students who start here can truly go anywhere!
School Highlights
Lehigh Carbon Community College serves 8,901 students (33% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the state community college average of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 39%.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Enrollment: 8,901 students
- In-state tuition: $5,190
- Out-state tuition: $13,230
- Acceptance Rate: 100%
- Student:teacher ratio: 14:1
- Minority enrollment: 49%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Lehigh Carbon Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Diversity
Community Size
Programs offered
Debt For Students
School Overview
The teacher population of 441 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Lehigh Carbon Community College
(PA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
441 staff
59 staff
Number of Programs Offered
90
21
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Lehigh Carbon Community College has grown by 42% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Lehigh Carbon Community College diversity score of 0.62 is more than the state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
8,901 students
458 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
# Full-Time Students
2,937 students
292 students
# Part-Time Students
5,964 students
166 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
n/a
312 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
8,901 students
297 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
18 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
243 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
21 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
330 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
3%
4%
% Hispanic
31%
9%
% Black
8%
12%
% White
51%
61%
% Two or more races
2%
2%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
4%
11%
Diversity Score
0.62
0.59
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
20%
57%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
1.05%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$34,900
$34,900
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $5,190 is less than the state average of $9,911. The in-state tuition has declined by 11% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $13,230 is less than the state average of $13,863. The out-state tuition has grown by 52% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$5,190
$9,911
Out-State Tuition Fees
$13,230
$13,863
Tuition Notes
Annual
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
40%
92%
Median Debt for Graduates
$11,000
$13,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$6,111
Acceptance Rate
100%
85%
SAT Reading
n/a
450
SAT Math
n/a
465
SAT Writing
n/a
435
ACT Composite
n/a
20
ACT English
n/a
18
ACT Math
n/a
20
ACT Writing
n/a
7
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Sports
Baseball, Basketball, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Volleyball
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Founded in 1966, Lehigh Carbon Community College serves nearly 10,000 students from Lehigh, Carbon, Schuylkill and surrounding counties offering more than 90 programs of study including healthcare, information technology, criminal justice, education and business administration. From the main campus in Schnecksville and modern sites in Allentown, Tamaqua and Lehigh Valley International Airport, Lehigh Carbon offers two-year associate degrees, certificate and specialized diploma programs, and workforce training for students studying either full-time, part-time or online.
Profile last updated: 08/08/2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Lehigh Carbon Community College cost?
Lehigh Carbon Community College's tuition is approximately $5,190 for In-State students and $13,230 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of Lehigh Carbon Community College?
The acceptance rate of Lehigh Carbon Community College is 100%, which is higher than the state average of 85%.
What sports does Lehigh Carbon Community College offer?
Lehigh Carbon Community College offers 6 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Golf, Soccer, Softball and Volleyball.
What is Lehigh Carbon Community College's ranking?
Lehigh Carbon Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Pennsylvania for: Least expensive tuition, Diversity in US community colleges, Largest student body, Most Programs Offered and Least debt for graduating students.
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