Lincoln College of Technology-Columbia
A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access and students from lower-income families. for-profit institutions have higher scrutiny — research carefully. 56% of students receive Pell Grants — strong access mission.
About This School
Lincoln College of Technology-Columbia is a private for-profit institution located in Columbia, Maryland with approximately 1,258 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $34,306 per year. The graduation rate is 66%, and the typical graduate earns $43,500 within 10 years of enrollment.
Students who are motivated by hands-on, career-focused training in technical fields and want to get into the workforce quickly will feel most at home here — this is not a traditional four-year liberal arts path, and that's fine if it matches your goals. The relatively low median debt at graduation of $11,250 is a genuine bright spot, especially compared to many for-profit schools that saddle students with far heavier loan burdens. That said, the numbers deserve honest attention: a 66% graduation rate means roughly one in three students who start don't finish, and median earnings of $43,500 a decade out raises real questions about whether the $34,306 annual net price delivers enough return on investment over time. Before committing, I'd strongly encourage your student to talk directly to recent graduates in their specific program and ask hard questions about job placement rates and starting salaries in your local market. If you're considering this school, treat it as one option among several — compare it carefully against community college programs or accredited technical schools in the area that may offer similar training at a lower total cost.
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Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
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After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 0% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,258 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
Address
Lincoln College of Technology-Columbia
9325 Snowden River Pky
Columbia, MD 21046
Official Links
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Lincoln College of Technology-Columbia cost?
The average net price at Lincoln College of Technology-Columbia is about $34,306 per year after grants and scholarships, based on federal data. Your actual cost depends on your family's finances and aid package.
What is the graduation rate at Lincoln College of Technology-Columbia?
Lincoln College of Technology-Columbia has a graduation rate of 66%, according to U.S. Department of Education data.
Sources & Methodology
Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.
- Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
- Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
- Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
- Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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