Metropolitan Community College Area
A good fit for families who need the lowest possible cost and in-state Nebraska residents. no major red flags in the data. a public school with 8,775 students.
About This School
Metropolitan Community College Area is a public institution located in Omaha, Nebraska with approximately 8,775 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $4,982 per year. Typical graduates earn $33,800 within 10 years of enrollment.
The numbers here tell a genuinely encouraging story — at just $4,005/year after aid and median debt of only $4,061 at graduation, this is one of the most affordable ways to start a college education in the region. Worth considering if you're looking to keep costs low while building foundational skills or transferring to a four-year school. The one honest caveat: median earnings of $33,800 a decade out suggest many graduates stay in entry-level roles, so think carefully about your career path and whether additional education will be part of your plan.
Popular Programs
Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.
Admissions
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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.
Financial Aid
Full Cost
After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 21% 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 (8,775 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
Address
Metropolitan Community College Area
30th & Fort Street
Omaha, NE 68111-1610
Official Links
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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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