Northwest Louisiana Technical Community College
About Northwest Louisiana Technical Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Northwest Louisiana Technical Community College teaches in Minden and across the northwest of the state. Electromechanical technology and business support are its largest programs.
Founded
1936
Location
Minden, Louisiana
Students
866
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
77.4%
Near national average
Tuition
$4,109
Per year
Avg Net Price
$9,256
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$32,503
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
Above Average
77.4% complete their degree within three years
Retention
78.7%
Transfer Out
6%
Teaching Quality
16:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
48.7%
$/Student
$6.0K
Class Size
Medium
77.4% of students graduate within 4 years, above the national average of 44%. Look into advising and tutoring resources to make sure you stay on track.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$4,109
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,300
Total Cost of Attendance
$16,807
After Financial Aid
$9,256
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$9,103
Receive Grants
56%
Take Loans
0%
Tuition is $4,109/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $9,256.
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 Northwest Louisiana Technical Community College fund their education.
While in School
56%
Get Grants
Free money
0%
Take Loans
Must repay
$12,399
Median Family Income
After Graduation
N/A
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
N/A
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Northwest Louisiana Technical Community College.
Gender
37.9%
Female
62%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
866
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
52.3%
First-Gen
27 yrs
Avg Age
35.2%
Age 25+
With an average entry age of 27, the campus has more working adults and non-traditional students than most schools. You'll find classmates with real-world experience. 52.3% 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
Rural: Fringe
Campus Quick Facts
866
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
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Northwest Louisiana Technical Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$32,503
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 2Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians
—
35 grads
Business Operations Support and Assistant Services
—
2 grads
Median earnings are $33K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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