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Northland Community and Technical College

Community CollegeTown: Remote

About Northland Community and Technical College

Overview, location, and what makes it stand out

Northland Community and Technical College teaches in Thief River Falls and East Grand Forks, in the far northwest of Minnesota, and trains aircraft mechanics and drone pilots. Nursing and allied health are among its other largest.

Founded

1949

Location

Thief River Falls, Minnesota

Students

1,554

Institution

Community College

Known For

NursingAllied HealthBusinessTransfer Pathways

Key Stats

A quick snapshot of what matters most

Acceptance Rate

Open

Admits all qualified applicants

Graduation Rate

56%

Below national average

Tuition

$6,289

Per year

Avg Net Price

$13,975

After financial aid

SAT Average

Not required

No test scores requested

Median Earnings

$44,425

10 years after enrollment

Admissions

How competitive is getting in?

Selectivity

Open Admission

Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate

How to Apply

Test Policy

No test needed

Application Fee

Free

Early

N/A

Deadline

Rolling

Academics

How strong is the academic experience?

Student Success

Low GraduationHigh Graduation
56%

Average

56% complete their degree within three years

Retention

70.4%

Transfer Out

16%

Teaching Quality

18:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

Full-Time

54%

$/Student

$10.7K

Class Size

Medium

56% of students graduate on time. That's above the national average, but researching academic support resources before you enroll is always a smart move.

Tuition & Costs

What will you actually pay?

Tuition & Fees

$6,289

Annual Tuition

Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals

Room & Board

No on-campus housing

Books & Supplies

$1,000

Total Cost of Attendance

$19,638

After Financial Aid

$13,975

Average Net Price

Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships

Net Price (family income <$30K)

$11,348

Receive Grants

21.7%

Take Loans

23.1%

Tuition is $6,289/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $13,975.

Financial Aid

Who gets aid and what happens after

Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Northland Community and Technical College fund their education.

While in School

21.7%

Get Grants

Free money

23.1%

Take Loans

Must repay

$34,571

Median Family Income

After Graduation

$12,000

Median Debt at Graduation

Total federal loan balance when students graduate

$127/mo

Monthly Payment

0%

Low

Default Rate

The median debt is just $12,000, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.

Student Body

Diversity, gender, and enrollment

From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Northland Community and Technical College.

Gender

56.4%

Female

/

44%

Male

Female to Male Ratio

Race & Ethnicity

70.9%
9.7%
8.6%
4.1%
1.9%
1.3%
White
Black
Hispanic
Multiracial
International
Asian

Enrollment

1,554

Undergraduate Students

Student Profile

N/A

Graduates

33%

First-Gen

24 yrs

Avg Age

31%

Age 25+

Women make up the majority at 56% of the student body. 33% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.

Campus Life

What it's like to be a student here

Campus Setting

RuralCity
Town: Remote

Town: Remote

Campus Quick Facts

1,554

Students

community

Institution

Small

Campus Size

N/A

Classification

What This College Offers

Semester calendar

Study Abroad

No

AP Credit

Yes

Teacher Cert

No

ROTC

No

Evening College

Yes

Online Programs

Yes

Job Placement

No

Career Counseling

Yes

Sports & Athletics

How seriously this college takes sport

Northland Community and Technical College fields 5 varsity teams with 91 student athletes, about 6% of the student body.

Division

NJCAA

Division III

Conference

Not reported

Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams

Varsity Sports

5

Biggest: Baseball

Student Athletes

91

6% of the student body

Athletes by Gender

62% / 38%

56

Men

/

35

Women

3

Men's Teams

4

Women's Teams

Biggest Teams

MenWomen
28
Baseball
28
Basketball
15
Wrestling
13
Softball
7
Volleyball

After Graduation

What can you earn with this degree?

How much do graduates of Northland Community and Technical Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.

Earnings Trajectory

$44,425

Median Earnings · 10 Years After

$43K
6yr
$38K
8yr
$44K
10yr

Popular Programs

Top 6

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

$35K

122 grads

1yr Earnings

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing

$67K

66 grads

1yr Earnings

Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions

$51K

29 grads

1yr Earnings

Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services

$43K

20 grads

1yr Earnings

Business/Commerce, General

$61K

15 grads

4yr Earnings

Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications

14 grads

Graduates earn about $43K six years out, growing to $44K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Northland Community and Technical College

How much does Northland Community and Technical College cost?
Tuition at Northland Community and Technical College is $6,289 for in-state students and $6,289 for out-of-state students. Tuition is $6,289/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $13,975.
What is the graduation rate at Northland Community and Technical College?
Northland Community and Technical College has a graduation rate of 56%. 56% of students graduate on time. That's above the national average, but researching academic support resources before you enroll is always a smart move.
How much do Northland Community and Technical College graduates earn?
The median earnings for Northland Community and Technical College graduates is $44,425 ten years after enrollment. Graduates earn about $43K six years out, growing to $44K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.

Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.