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Nunez Community College

Public Chalmette, LA · Suburban · Southeast · 87% data reported · Agent Insights
23%
Graduation Rate
$35,343
Earnings (10yr)
$12,529
Net Price
1,520
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Overview

Nunez Community College is a solid choice for students interested in practical, hands-on programs like Health Professions, Culinary Arts, and Construction Trades. With an enrollment of about 1,520 students, it's a cozy environment where you can connect with your peers and instructors. The college's focus on these fields means you can expect to gain valuable skills that are in demand, preparing you well for the job market.

When considering life after graduation, it's encouraging to see that the average earnings after ten years for graduates is $35,343. This figure gives insight into the potential for financial stability, especially within the local job market. For many students, the affordability of education plays a critical role, and Nunez makes that accessible, with 38% of students receiving Pell Grants to help cover costs.

Looking at the practical side, the net price after aid is around $12,529, and the median debt graduates carry is $13,000. This manageable debt load can be appealing for students who want to enter the workforce without being weighed down by financial burdens. Those who thrive here are often those eager to develop specific skills and enter fields with strong job prospects, making Nunez a practical stepping stone toward a successful career.

Rankings

How Nunez Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation23%Earnings 10yr$35KNet Price$13KRetention52%Median Debt$13KPell Grant Rate38%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$12K$0-30K$12K$30-48K$13K$48-75K$17K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%2547.0%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%1004.2%MOBILITY255.76%

Cost & Financial Aid

$4,255
In-State Tuition
$4,255
Out-of-State
$12,529
Avg Net Price
$13,000
Median Debt
38%
Pell Grant Rate
37%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$11,846
Family Income $0–$30K
$11,736
Family Income $30K–$48K
$12,879
Family Income $48K–$75K
$16,831
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$32,367
6 Years After Entry
$32,625
8 Years
$35,343
10 Years
0.37x
Debt-to-Earnings
53%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$32,367 6yr $32,625 8yr $35,343 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

255.76%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
1004.2%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
2547.0%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$47,200
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

0.80
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.03
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
4.4%
Volunteering Rate
0.98
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Retention Rate 52%
Full-Time Faculty 51%
Faculty Salary (mo) $6,405
Diversity Index 0.56
First-Gen Students 55%

Top Programs

Health Professions 25%
Culinary & Personal Services 14%
Humanities 13%
Precision Production 7%
Construction Trades 6%
Mechanic & Repair Tech 5%
Business & Marketing 3%
Legal Studies 1%

Quick Facts

Setting Suburban
Region Southeast
Accreditor Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Predominant Degree Certificate

Student Body

Female
62%
White
29%
Hispanic
6%
Black
60%
Asian
1%

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

Opportunity Insights Mobility Report Card

Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

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