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Southeast Community College Area

Public Lincoln, NE · Urban · Plains · 87% data reported · Agent Insights
36%
Graduation Rate
$43,405
Earnings (10yr)
$9,171
Net Price
6,773
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Overview

Southeast Community College Area in Lincoln, Nebraska, serves around 6,773 students who are looking for practical, career-focused education. If you're drawn to fields like Health Professions, Business and Marketing, Mechanic and Repair Technology, Precision Production, or Computer Science and IT, this college might be a good fit. The focus here is on hands-on training that prepares students for immediate employment, which is a major draw for many.

When it comes to life after graduation, students can expect to earn about $43,405 ten years down the line. While the graduation rate sits at 36%, which might raise some questions, it's important to consider that many students at community colleges transfer to four-year institutions or enter the workforce sooner. The affordability factor also plays a role; the average annual net price is just $9,171, making it a practical choice for many.

Financially, students graduate with a median debt of $11,000, which is relatively manageable compared to many four-year colleges. The 22% Pell Grant rate indicates that a significant portion of students is receiving financial aid, which can help ease the burden. Those who thrive here are often those looking for a supportive environment that emphasizes skill development for immediate job opportunities.

Rankings

How Southeast Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation36%Earnings 10yr$43KNet Price$9KRetention70%Median Debt$11KPell Grant Rate22%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$7K$0-30K$8K$30-48K$9K$48-75K$13K$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%738.2%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%1562.1%MOBILITY115.32%

Cost & Financial Aid

$3,690
In-State Tuition
$4,320
Out-of-State
$9,171
Avg Net Price
$11,000
Median Debt
22%
Pell Grant Rate
13%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$6,687
Family Income $0–$30K
$7,587
Family Income $30K–$48K
$8,987
Family Income $48K–$75K
$13,054
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$39,103
6 Years After Entry
$41,041
8 Years
$43,405
10 Years
0.25x
Debt-to-Earnings
62%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$39,103 6yr $41,041 8yr $43,405 10yr

Social Mobility

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

115.32%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
1562.1%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
738.2%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$70,900
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.20
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.06
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
6.0%
Volunteering Rate
0.96
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Retention Rate 70%
Full-Time Faculty 50%
Faculty Salary (mo) $6,792
Diversity Index 0.49
First-Gen Students 39%

Top Programs

Health Professions 22%
Business & Marketing 12%
Mechanic & Repair Tech 10%
Precision Production 10%
Computer Science & IT 8%
Construction Trades 8%
Humanities 6%
Transportation 3%

Quick Facts

Setting Urban
Region Plains
Accreditor Higher Learning Commission
Predominant Degree Associate's

Student Body

Female
51%
White
69%
Hispanic
14%
Black
7%
Asian
4%

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

Opportunity Insights Mobility Report Card

Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

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