Accounting at Northampton County Area Community College
Associate's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Northampton County Area Community College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Northampton County Area Community College graduates earn $32k, placing them in the 25th percentile of all accounting associates programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Pennsylvania
Accounting associates's programs at peer institutions in Pennsylvania (32 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northampton County Area Community College | $32,407 | — | — | — |
| Montgomery County Community College | $48,832 | — | $19,254 | 0.39 |
| Harrisburg Area Community College | $38,112 | $35,899 | $17,755 | 0.47 |
| Community College of Allegheny County | $37,297 | $36,844 | $14,874 | 0.40 |
| National Median | $37,000 | — | $19,354 | 0.52 |
Other Accounting Programs in Pennsylvania
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Pennsylvania schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montgomery County Community College Blue Bell | $6,270 | $48,832 | $19,254 |
| Harrisburg Area Community College Harrisburg | $7,373 | $38,112 | $17,755 |
| Community College of Allegheny County Pittsburgh | $4,842 | $37,297 | $14,874 |
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 Northampton County Area Community College, approximately 38% 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.
Sample Size: Based on 16 graduates with reported earnings and 18 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.