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Luzerne County Community College

Nanticoke, PA·Public·www.luzerne.edu/

Campus Identity

Very Safe

Luzerne County Community College is a public community college in Nanticoke, PA. Ski resorts are within 19 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Luzerne County Community College is a public community college in Nanticoke, PA. Ski resorts are within 19 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Acceptance Rate
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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$4,020
In-State Tuition
+$1,650 fees
$12,060
Out-of-State Tuition
+$2,310 fees
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Room & Board
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Yield Rate
Admitted students who enrolled
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

1,000–4,999

Suburban setting

Beach Access

116 miles

Sandy Hook, NJ

Ski Access

19 miles

Jack Frost Mountain

Weather

Cold Climate

40°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

19 mi away
100 skiable acres9 lifts
20 mi away
0 skiable acres3 lifts
Montage Mountain

Pennsylvania

20 mi away
140 skiable acres7 lifts

Nearest Beach

Sandy Hook, NJ

Ocean access within 116.3 miles

116 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Nanticoke, PA

24°Jan26°Feb33°Mar45°Apr56°May64°Jun68°Jul67°Aug60°Sep49°Oct38°Nov29°Dec

Station: FRANCIS E WALTER DAM · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

100/100
Very Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety100100100
100/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
100/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
100/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$4,020$12,060
Fees
$1,650$2,310
Total
$5,670$14,370
In-StateOut-of-State

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

86 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingAssociate's
105 grads/yr$87,684
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
76 grads/yr$38,714
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment ProfessionsAssociate's
32 grads/yr$63,945
Business/Commerce, GeneralAssociate's
19 grads/yr$48,910
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related ServicesAssociate's
18 grads/yr

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's105 grads$87,684
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Associate's32 grads$63,945
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions
Associate's17 grads$57,451
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Associate's13 grads$53,186
Business/Commerce, General
Associate's19 grads$48,910
Health and Medical Administrative Services
Associate's10 grads$43,095
Accounting and Related Services
Associate's10 grads$41,817
Design and Applied Arts
Associate's9 grads$39,244
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's76 grads$38,714
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Associate's17 grads$38,416

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Luzerne County Community College located?

Luzerne County Community College is located in Nanticoke, PA. The main campus address is 521 Trailblazer Drive, Nanticoke, PA. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Luzerne County Community College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Luzerne County Community College charges $4,020/year for in-state students and $12,060/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $14,370/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Luzerne County Community College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Luzerne County Community College the right fit for me?

Whether Luzerne County Community College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($12,060/year out-of-state), campus culture in Nanticoke, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Luzerne County Community College against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Luzerne County Community College directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Nanticoke, PA
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Cold · 40°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
100/100
Nearest Airport
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton, PA (AVP) · 17 mialso ABE (47 mi), IPT (49 mi)

Location

Nanticoke, PA

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.