Lincoln College of Technology-Marietta ★ Hidden gem
Marietta, Georgia · Private, for-profit · 538 undergraduates
All 5 programs with reported earnings leave graduates out-earning a typical Georgia high-school graduate (about $33,813/yr).
What families actually pay
| Family income | Net price per year |
|---|---|
| Under $30k | $30,296 |
| $30k to $48k | $30,988 |
| $48k to $75k | $31,864 |
| $75k to $110k | $33,291 |
| $110k and up | $35,401 |
| All families (average) | $30,801 |
Net price is the yearly cost after grants and scholarships, by family income (College Scorecard). Credit: TuitionTracker.
Program earnings vs a high-school graduate
| Program | Credential | Median earnings | vs HS grad | Verdict | Median debt | Payback |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $50,595 | +$16,782 | clears the bar | $13,535 | 0.8 yrs |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $44,632 | +$10,819 | clears the bar | $13,833 | 1.3 yrs |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Associate's Degree | $37,554 | +$3,741 | clears the bar | $14,068 | 3.8 yrs |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $37,065 | +$3,252 | clears the bar | $10,299 | 3.2 yrs |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate's Degree | $37,934 | +$4,121 | clears the bar | $14,333 | 3.5 yrs |
Access and outcomes: 59% of students receive Pell grants · 64% complete their program.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (release 2026-06-10). Earnings are median earnings of graduates measured up to four years after completing, compared to the state high-school-graduate earnings threshold. Figures describe past graduates and are never a promise. Method: methodology. Something look wrong? Report it.