White Mountains Community College ★ Hidden gem
Berlin, New Hampshire · Public · 450 undergraduates
All 2 programs with reported earnings leave graduates out-earning a typical New Hampshire high-school graduate (about $41,972/yr). Another 41 programs did not have enough data to judge.
What families actually pay
| Family income | Net price per year |
|---|---|
| Under $30k | $14,004 |
| $30k to $48k | $18,587 |
| $48k to $75k | $21,168 |
| $75k to $110k | $21,739 |
| $110k and up | $21,739 |
| All families (average) | $15,474 |
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 | $71,074 | +$29,102 | clears the bar | $9,625 | 0.3 yrs |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Associate's Degree | $76,211 | +$34,239 | clears the bar | $23,000 | 0.7 yrs |
Access and outcomes: 40% of students receive Pell grants · 62% 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.