1967
Nanticoke, PA

About Luzerne County Community College

Established in 1967, Luzerne County Community College is a two-year public college located in Nanticoke, Pennsylvania, which offers associate’s degrees, certificates, and diploma programs. LCCC states a mission that promotes “excellence in education, fosters student success in achievement of goals, and positively impacts Luzerne county and the surrounding Northeastern Pennsylvania region.” Courses are offered in classroom settings as well as in online learning.

LCCC’s Distance Education program offers eleven associate degree programs online as well as several other courses. Each of these online courses consists of a minimum of 80% online content. Schedules are subject to change each semester. Most programs offer a combination of fully online, hybrid, day or evening courses. Hybrid courses are a combination of online course work and traditional classroom lecture and/or lab. Any on campus requirements are listed in Self Service.

Accreditation & Licensing

Luzerne County Community College is accredited by:

Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)

Type:

2-year, Public

Highest Level Offered:

Associate's degree

Religious Affiliation:

Not applicable

Enrollment:

Undergraduate: 6,241 ; Graduate: Not applicable

Percent of Fully Online Students:

Undergraduate: 18% ; Graduate: Not applicable

Graduation Rate:

21%

Transfer Rate:

18%

Median Earnings, 10-Years After Degree Completion:

$40,437

Median Debt After Graduation (4-Year Degree):

$11,000

Average Undergraduates Receiving Aid:

48%

Per Undergraduate Average Aid Award:

$4,126

Credit for Military Training:

Yes

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Luzerne County Community College is located in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania at a Glance:

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Harrisburg
13,002,700
46,054 sq mi
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101
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$15,200.00

Top Incentives in Pennsylvania:

Top Career Pathways in Pennsylvania:

Healthcare Management
  • Entry Level: Clinic Manager ($65,000)
  • Mid Level: Healthcare Administrator ($95,000)
  • Senior Level: Hospital Director ($150,000+)
  • Required Education: BS Healthcare Administration
  • Certifications: ACHE, CMPE
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Online Programs offered by Luzerne County Community College

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Art & Liberal Arts

Associate in Science in General Studies

Business

Associate in Applied Science in Business Management Technology
Associate in Applied Science in Office Information Technology
Associate in Science in Accounting
Associate in Science in Business Administration