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Colorado Northwestern Community College
Rangely, Colorado · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 500 Kennedy Drive, Rangely, CO 81648 · Phone: (970) 675-2261 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Colorado Northwestern Community College is a public trade school in Rangely, Colorado offering dental hygiene, CNA, and auto mechanic programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, graduates of Colorado Northwestern Community College carry a median debt of $12,000 and earn a median of $43,526 ten years after entry; completion rate versus the state average of 69.2% is not reported.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Colorado Northwestern Community College; the school accepts federal financial aid (Title IV), and about 14.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental hygienists | $95,680 | $109,580 | $125,470 |
| Nursing assistants | $38,690 | $47,380 | $49,920 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $39,550 | $61,280 | $78,300 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $31,520 | $37,690 | $59,710 |
| Aircraft mechanics and service technicians | $60,960 | $82,080 | $103,300 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Colorado (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 22 | $56,321 | $55,693 | $13,000 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, under 300 hours | 15 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 2–4 years | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Colorado Northwestern Community College is a public trade and career-training campus located in Rangely, Colorado, a remote rural setting. The school participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), meaning students can apply for FAFSA-based aid. It is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, and its dental hygiene program carries specialized accreditation from the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation. Among its roughly six trade-related program families, the campus awards the most completions in dental hygiene programs, CNA classes, and auto mechanic schools, with dental hygiene as the largest at 22 completions.
Federal data shows 65 trade-program completers out of an undergraduate enrollment of 504. The completion rate compared to the state average of 69.2% is not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates carry a median debt of $12,000, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $43,526. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 14.4% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating some enrollment of lower-income students.
This campus may suit students interested in hands-on, program-specific training such as dental hygiene, nursing assistant work, or automotive repair, though exact program lengths are not detailed here. Its rural setting and community-college structure could appeal to local residents or career changers seeking short, focused credentials rather than a traditional four-year path. Prospective students should verify accreditation status directly with the Higher Learning Commission or the ADA's Commission on Dental Accreditation, and review current outcome and cost data through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Colorado Northwestern Community College offers programs including dental hygiene, CNA classes, auto mechanic training, cosmetology, and aviation mechanic schools, among six total program families. Dental hygiene is the largest, with 22 completions reported.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, and its dental hygiene program holds specialized accreditation from the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can apply for FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate for this campus compared to the state average of 69.2% is not reported in federal data. Contact the school or check the College Scorecard for more detail.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $12,000, per federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings for graduates are $43,526 ten years after entry, per federal Scorecard data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school directly at (970) 675-2261 or visit its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public institution, which typically means lower tuition for state residents and eligibility for state-supported funding, though actual costs are not reported here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in the available data. Contact the school directly to confirm program duration for specific fields like dental hygiene or CNA training.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Higher Learning Commission or the ADA's Commission on Dental Accreditation, and review outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?126748.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers short, program-specific credentials in fields like CNA and auto mechanics that may suit adults seeking a career change, though specific scheduling or adult-learner support details are not reported in this data.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Colorado Northwestern Community College at (970) 675-2261 or through its website, https://www.cncc.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby trade schools is not reported in this dataset; check the College Scorecard to compare campuses directly.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.