Culinary Arts at Lincoln Technical Institute-Iselin
Associate's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
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Compare to Similar Programs in New Jersey
Culinary Arts associates's programs at peer institutions in New Jersey (14 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Technical Institute-Iselin | — | $31,141 | — | — |
| Atlantic Cape Community College | $31,639 | — | $11,000 | 0.35 |
| Eastwick College-Hackensack | $29,123 | — | $22,522 | 0.77 |
| Hudson County Community College | $26,170 | $34,295 | $12,900 | 0.49 |
| National Median | $26,446 | — | $15,125 | 0.57 |
Other Culinary Arts Programs in New Jersey
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New Jersey schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantic Cape Community College Mays Landing | $4,863 | $31,639 | $11,000 |
| Eastwick College-Hackensack Hackensack | $16,913 | $29,123 | $22,522 |
| Hudson County Community College Jersey City | $5,020 | $26,170 | $12,900 |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Lincoln Technical Institute-Iselin, approximately 62% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.