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Northshore Technical Community College
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Annual Tuition
$4,203
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
N/A
Selectivity Level
Graduation Rate
31.5%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$29,734
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
Northshore Technical Community College is a distinguished Public, 2-Year institution located in Lacombe, LA. With a competitive tuition profile of $4,203, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 31.5% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 2-Year Cost
$8,406
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
N/A
Earnings below HS baseline
Annual Earnings Boost
-$266
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
-$11,066
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
-$13,726
Long-term projected return on your education investment
Graduation Rate: 32%
Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.
Below-Baseline Earnings
Graduates of this institution earn below the national HS diploma median ($30k/yr). Individual outcomes vary significantly by program — check the Career Paths section below for field-specific earnings.
ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Northshore Technical Community College is $12,000.
Student Community
Gender Balance
Ethnic Diversity
Security Audit
Incidents
0
Burglary
0
Theft
0
Assault
0
Robbery
0
Rape
0
Arson
0
Murder
0
Financial Outlook
Total Sticker Price
$4,203
Estimated cost before aid.
Net Price By Income
Debt & Financial Aid
Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.
* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.
Quick Overview
Faculty Ratio
N/A
Retention
59.4%
Success
31.5%
In-State Cost
$4,203
Age 25+ Students
13.6%
Carnegie Class
Carnegie 8
Working at 6yr
921 students
Local City Insights
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