North Idaho College Tuition, Completion & Outcomes (2026)
North Idaho College is a public certificate and vocational school in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, serving roughly 2,619 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 $10,575 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $3,396. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $40,081 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $3,396
- 2024 Average Net Price: $10,575 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 2,619 49.5% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 37.52%
- Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
- First-Generation Students: 41.7%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 0.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 60.7% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 45.1%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 5,710
- Room & Board: $8,200 annual estimate
North Idaho College: what the data shows
Common questions about North Idaho College, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is North Idaho College?
North Idaho College is located in Coeur d'Alene, ID (ZIP 83814-2199).
NCES locale classification: Town.
Is North Idaho College public or private?
North Idaho College is a Public institution.
How much does North Idaho College cost?
Published tuition: $3,396 in-state, $8,736 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $10,575.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $7,775 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $9,741 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $10,577 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $14,496 |
| $110,001+ | $15,845 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $13,584.
How big is North Idaho College?
Total enrollment: 2,619 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 5,710 students.
About 49% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at North Idaho College?
150%-time completion rate: 37.52%.
First-year retention: 63.3%.
What do graduates of North Idaho College earn?
Median earnings: $34,391 six years after entry; $40,081 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $9,000.
23.85% of students receive Pell grants.
What is North Idaho College known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- General Studies (790 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (79 completions)
- Business Operations Support and Secretarial Services, Other (57 completions)
- Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other (37 completions)
- Business/Commerce, General (33 completions)
- Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician (30 completions)
- Welding Technology/Welder (24 completions)
- Criminal Justice/Police Science (22 completions)
- Social Work (22 completions)
- Computer Programming, Specific Applications (21 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is North Idaho College a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 37.52%; median earnings $40,081 at 10 years; net price $10,575. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$3,396
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at North Idaho College was $3,396.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$10,575
2024 Value
In 2024 North Idaho College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $10,575.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$42,300 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$10,575 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$13,584 4-Year In-State Tuition
$34,944 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$8,200 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$2,400 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$13,996 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$55,984 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for North Idaho College.
Financial Aid by Income Level
23.85% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
15.58% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at North Idaho College was 0.00%.
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 North Idaho 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 | $2,974 | $7,654 | $9,599 |
| 2014 | $3,022 | $7,702 | $7,945 |
| 2015 | $3,214 | $8,852 | $6,403 |
| 2016 | $3,288 | $8,160 | $7,116 |
| 2017 | $3,494 | $8,426 | $7,931 |
| 2018 | $3,396 | $8,652 | $6,867 |
| 2019 | $3,396 | $8,736 | $6,703 |
| 2020 | $3,396 | $8,736 | $7,207 |
| 2021 | $3,396 | $8,736 | $7,074 |
| 2022 | $3,396 | $8,736 | $7,144 |
| 2023 | $3,396 | $8,736 | $11,481 |
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
North Idaho College reported total enrollment of about 2,619 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 37% male and 63% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (75.0%), Hispanic or Latino (8.9%), and Two or More Races (6.1%). About 23.85% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 41.7% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
49.5% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at North Idaho College in 2024 is 2,619 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 5,710 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
63.3%
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 75.0%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
28.71% 100% Completion Time
37.52% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 28.71% of students graduating from North Idaho College completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- General Studies: 34% male / 66% female
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 27% male / 73% female
- Business Operations Support and Secretarial Services, Other: 33% male / 67% 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 North Idaho College.
Return on Investment
$9,000 Median Student Debt
$40,081 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
22.45% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
847.54% Return on Investment
2.2 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for North Idaho College.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 69 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. General Studies: 790 completions
2. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 79 completions
3. Business Operations Support and Secretarial Services, Other: 57 completions
4. Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other: 37 completions
5. Business/Commerce, General: 33 completions
6. Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician: 30 completions
7. Welding Technology/Welder: 24 completions
8. Criminal Justice/Police Science: 22 completions
9. Social Work: 22 completions
Most popular programs at North Idaho College.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for North Idaho College graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for North Idaho College from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 45.1%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $7,954
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $10,680
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
North Idaho College is a public institution located in Coeur d'Alene, ID, classified as Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were General Studies, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Operations Support and Secretarial Services, Other. Enrollment is approximately 2,619 students. Student body composition includes White (75.0%), Hispanic or Latino (8.9%), Two or More Races (6.1%). The 150%-time completion rate is 37.52%. Approximately 23.85% of students receive Pell Grants. About 41.7% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Location
Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814-2199
Region: Rocky Mountains
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 37.52% graduation rate at North Idaho 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.
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 69 distinct degree programs, North Idaho College provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is North Idaho College located?
North Idaho College is located in Coeur d'Alene, ID.
How much does North Idaho College cost?
Reported tuition is $3,396 and average net price is $10,575 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $8,200 annually.
What is the student body demographics at North Idaho College?
North Idaho College reports undergraduate enrollment of about 5,710 students, White (75.0%), Hispanic or Latino (8.9%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend North Idaho College?
About 41.7% of students at North Idaho College are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of North Idaho College earn?
Median earnings are $34,391 six years after entry and $40,081 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at North Idaho College?
The 150%-time completion rate is 37.5% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do North Idaho College students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $9,000.
Is North Idaho College public or private?
North Idaho College is a public institution located in Coeur d'Alene, ID.
Is North Idaho College an HBCU?
No. North Idaho College is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is North Idaho College a tribal college?
No. North Idaho College is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is North Idaho College a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, North Idaho College does not meet that proxy (reported share 8.9%).
Is North Idaho College religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for North Idaho 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
- Related geography & profiles
- Idaho college costs
- Idaho colleges by ROI
- Idaho trade schools profile
- Rocky Mountains regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Idaho
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.