Lincoln Technical Institute-South Plainfield ★ Hidden gem
South Plainfield, New Jersey · Private, for-profit · 335 undergraduates
All 3 programs with reported earnings leave graduates out-earning a typical New Jersey high-school graduate (about $36,976/yr).
What families actually pay
| Family income | Net price per year |
|---|---|
| Under $30k | $29,960 |
| $30k to $48k | $32,637 |
| $48k to $75k | $30,617 |
| $75k to $110k | $34,310 |
| $110k and up | $34,187 |
| All families (average) | $31,575 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Precision Metal Working | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $51,214 | +$14,238 | clears the bar | $8,866 | 0.6 yrs |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $50,593 | +$13,617 | clears the bar | $12,532 | 0.9 yrs |
| Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $56,980 | +$20,004 | clears the bar | $12,000 | 0.6 yrs |
Access and outcomes: 53% of students receive Pell grants · 77% 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.