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North Shore Community College

Danvers, MA·Public·4,055 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for families who need the lowest possible cost and students who prefer a mid-size campus. no major red flags in the data. a public school with 4,055 students.

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4,055
Students
$7,321
Net Price
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Grad Rate
$38,600
Earnings
10 yr
$5,500
Debt

About This School

North Shore Community College is a public institution located in Danvers, Massachusetts with approximately 4,055 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $7,321 per year. Typical graduates earn $38,600 within 10 years of enrollment.

North Shore Community College is a public community college in Massachusetts with campuses in Danvers and Lynn. The college offers over 80 associate degree and certificate programs to approximately 10,000 students a year from the 26 cities and towns along the coastal region from north metropolitan Boston to Cape Ann. North Shore Community College is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education.

This is a strong option for cost-conscious students: at just $7,321/year after aid and a median debt of only $5,500 at graduation, it's one of the more affordable paths to a degree or transfer in the region. The concern worth noting is that median earnings sit at $38,600 ten years out, which is modest — so students should think carefully about their specific program and whether it leads to a career with stronger earning potential or a clear transfer pathway to a four-year school.

Founded
1965
Setting
Large suburb

Popular Programs

Health Professions36%
Computer Science4%
Business & Marketing3%
Engineering1%
Visual & Performing Arts1%
Education1%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$5,352
Out-of-State Tuition
$10,920
Avg Net Price
$7,321
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants33%
Median debt at graduation$5,500

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
N/A
within 6 years
Retention Rate
N/A
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$38,600
after enrollment
Median Debt
$5,500
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$5,500
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$31,000
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$38,600
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 7.0x

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

White38%
Black10%
Hispanic/Latino35%
Asian5%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (4,055 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

North Shore Community College

1 Ferncroft Rd

Danvers, MA 01923-0840

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Sources & Methodology

Data

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.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • 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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