Northland Pioneer College Tuition & Outcomes (2026)
Northland Pioneer College is a public certificate and vocational school in Holbrook, Arizona, enrolling about 1,010 students. Programs focus on certificates and workforce credentials that prepare students for skilled trades and technical careers. Typical net price after grant aid is about $9,240 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $2,232. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $34,199 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $2,232
- 2024 Average Net Price: $9,240 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,010 23.6% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 21.88%
- Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-High Nontraditional
- First-Generation Students: 46.6%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 0.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 11.7% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 46.6%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 5,211
- Room & Board: $13,442 annual estimate
Northland Pioneer College: what the data shows
Common questions about Northland Pioneer College, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Northland Pioneer College?
Northland Pioneer College is located in Holbrook, AZ (ZIP 86025-0610).
Is Northland Pioneer College public or private?
Northland Pioneer College is a Public institution.
How much does Northland Pioneer College cost?
Published tuition: $2,232 in-state, $10,320 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $9,240.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $9,029 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $7,192 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $7,503 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $13,901 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $8,928.
How big is Northland Pioneer College?
Total enrollment: 1,010 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 5,211 students.
About 24% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Northland Pioneer College?
150%-time completion rate: 21.88%.
What do graduates of Northland Pioneer College earn?
Median earnings: $29,631 six years after entry; $34,199 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
12.78% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Northland Pioneer College known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Welding Technology/Welder (191 completions)
- Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies (55 completions)
- Hair Styling/Stylist and Hair Design (44 completions)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (43 completions)
- Early Childhood Education & Teaching (41 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (37 completions)
- Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General (35 completions)
- Real Estate Development (29 completions)
- Medical/Clinical Assistant (25 completions)
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training (25 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Northland Pioneer College a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 21.88%; median earnings $34,199 at 10 years; net price $9,240. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$2,232
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Northland Pioneer College was $2,232.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$9,240
2024 Value
In 2024 Northland Pioneer College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $9,240.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$36,960 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$9,240 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$8,928 4-Year In-State Tuition
$41,280 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$13,442 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,400 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$17,074 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$68,296 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Northland Pioneer College.
Financial Aid by Income Level
12.78% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
0.00% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
Not reported
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Northland Pioneer College was not reported in the College Scorecard extract for this institution.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Northland Pioneer College in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $1,606 | $7,390 | $9,172 |
| 2014 | $1,664 | $7,640 | $8,943 |
| 2015 | $1,712 | $7,880 | $8,469 |
| 2016 | $1,760 | $8,120 | $6,280 |
| 2017 | $1,808 | $8,360 | $7,692 |
| 2018 | $1,866 | $8,610 | $8,444 |
| 2019 | $2,380 | $9,360 | $8,749 |
| 2020 | $2,428 | $9,851 | $10,471 |
| 2021 | $2,428 | $9,850 | $6,123 |
| 2022 | $2,428 | $9,851 | $10,475 |
| 2023 | $2,428 | $9,851 | $9,251 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Northland Pioneer College reported total enrollment of about 1,010 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 31% male and 69% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (35.0%), American Indian or Alaska Native (31.8%), and Hispanic or Latino (14.8%). About 12.78% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 46.6% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
23.6% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Northland Pioneer College in 2024 is 1,010 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 5,211 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
N/A%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 35.0%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
0.00% 100% Completion Time
21.88% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 0.00% of students graduating from Northland Pioneer College completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Welding Technology/Welder: 80% male / 20% female
- Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies: 89% male / 11% female
- Hair Styling/Stylist and Hair Design: 2% male / 98% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Northland Pioneer College.
Return on Investment
$34,199 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
825.30% Return on Investment
Financial value analysis for Northland Pioneer College.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 34 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Welding Technology/Welder: 191 completions
2. Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies: 55 completions
3. Hair Styling/Stylist and Hair Design: 44 completions
4. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 43 completions
5. Early Childhood Education & Teaching: 41 completions
6. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 37 completions
7. Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General: 35 completions
8. Real Estate Development: 29 completions
9. Medical/Clinical Assistant: 25 completions
Most popular programs at Northland Pioneer College.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Northland Pioneer College graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Northland Pioneer College from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 46.6%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $7,275
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $8,300
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Northland Pioneer College is a public institution located in Holbrook, AZ, classified as Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-High Nontraditional. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Welding Technology/Welder, Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies, Hair Styling/Stylist and Hair Design. Enrollment is approximately 1,010 students. Student body composition includes White (35.0%), American Indian or Alaska Native (31.8%), Hispanic or Latino (14.8%). The 150%-time completion rate is 21.88%. Approximately 12.78% of students receive Pell Grants. About 46.6% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-High Nontraditional
Location
Holbrook, AZ 86025-0610
Region: Southwest
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 21.88% graduation rate at Northland Pioneer College falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Northland Pioneer College located?
Northland Pioneer College is located in Holbrook, AZ.
How much does Northland Pioneer College cost?
Reported tuition is $2,232 and average net price is $9,240 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $13,442 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Northland Pioneer College?
Northland Pioneer College reports undergraduate enrollment of about 5,211 students, White (35.0%), American Indian or Alaska Native (31.8%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Northland Pioneer College?
About 46.6% of students at Northland Pioneer College are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Northland Pioneer College earn?
Median earnings are $29,631 six years after entry and $34,199 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Northland Pioneer College?
The 150%-time completion rate is 21.9% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
Is Northland Pioneer College public or private?
Northland Pioneer College is a public institution located in Holbrook, AZ.
Is Northland Pioneer College an HBCU?
No. Northland Pioneer College is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Northland Pioneer College a tribal college?
No. Northland Pioneer College is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Northland Pioneer College a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Northland Pioneer College does not meet that proxy (reported share 14.8%).
Is Northland Pioneer College religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Northland Pioneer College in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
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- Arizona trade schools profile
- Southwest regional profile
- All state profiles
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- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Arizona
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.