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Norco College

Norco, California · Public community college · Training programs available:

Electrician schoolsConstruction trades programsCNC & machining programs
42%completion rate · California avg 64%
not reportedmedian debt of graduates
$34,493median earnings, 6 yrs after entry
$51,206median earnings, 10 yrs after entry
not reportedannual cost of attendance
Yesfederal aid (FAFSA / Pell) eligible
Accreditation: Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges (Accredited)
Address: 2001 Third St, Norco, CA 92860 · Phone: (951) 372-7000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Accountability record (federal accreditation database, last 36 months; Department of Education oversight)
No accreditor sanctions in the last 36 months
Sanctions are probation, warning, show-cause and loss-of-accreditation actions by any recognized accreditor, including program-specific accreditors (a nursing-program probation counts for the campus). Routine monitoring reviews and voluntary withdrawals are not counted. Ask the school what the action concerned and how it was resolved.

Norco College is a public trade and career school in Norco, California, offering electrician, construction trades, and CNC machining programs, accredited by the ACCJC.

Norco College's completion rate is 41.8%, below the state average of 64.2%, and median graduate earnings 10 years after entry are $51,206, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Cost of attendance is not reported for Norco College in federal data; federal financial aid can be used here, and about 15.8% of students receive Pell Grants.

Completion rate vs. benchmarks
Norco College Norco College: 41.8% 41.8% California average California average: 64.2% 64.2% National average National average: 62.1% 62.1%

What these trades pay once you're working

OccupationStarting (10th pct)MedianExperienced (75th)
Electricians$46,800$76,160$103,000
Construction laborers$40,950$60,270$78,520
Machinists$37,440$57,190$74,210

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in California (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

ProgramCredentialGrads / yrEarnings, yr 1Earnings, yr 2Median debt
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers Certificate, 1–2 years 59 not reported not reported not reported
Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection Certificate, 1–2 years 6 not reported not reported not reported
Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection Associate degree 5 not reported not reported not reported
Precision Metal Working Certificate, 300–899 hours 5 not reported not reported not reported
Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection Certificate, 300–899 hours 4 not reported not reported not reported
Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection Associate degree 3 not reported not reported not reported
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers Associate degree 2 not reported not reported not reported
Precision Metal Working Associate degree 2 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.

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About this school

Norco College is a public community college in Norco, California, accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. The campus's trade and career training is centered on electrician schools, construction trades programs, and CNC and machining programs, with electrician training being the largest of its eight program families.

Federal data shows a completion rate of 41.8%, which is below the state average of 64.2%. Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are reported at $51,206. About 15.8% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a portion of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid. Median debt of graduates and annual cost of attendance are not reported for this campus in federal data.

This campus, with 8,779 undergraduates in a large suburb setting, may suit students seeking hands-on training in electrical, construction, or machining trades within a public college structure. Program lengths are not detailed in the data provided, so those considering a career change should contact the school directly to confirm scheduling and format. To verify accreditation status and review updated outcome figures, prospective students can consult the ACCJC or check the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard listing for Norco College.

Questions students ask

What trade and career programs does this campus offer?

Norco College offers electrician schools, construction trades programs, and CNC and machining programs, among eight total program families. Electrician training is the largest, with 61 completers reported.

Is this school accredited, and by whom?

Yes, Norco College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges (ACCJC), and its status is listed as accredited.

Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?

Yes, Norco College participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used.

What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?

The completion rate is 41.8%, which is below the state average of 64.2%, per federal data.

How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?

Median debt for graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at (951) 372-7000 or check the College Scorecard for updates.

What do graduates of this school earn?

Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $51,206.

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 or visit its website for current tuition figures.

Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?

Norco College is a public institution, which typically means lower tuition for state residents and eligibility for state as well as federal aid programs.

How long do the programs here take to complete?

Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact Norco College directly to confirm program duration and scheduling.

How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?

You can confirm accreditation through the ACCJC and review verified outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?460464.

Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?

The data provided does not specify program formats or schedules for adult learners, so this is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school to ask about flexible or accelerated options.

What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?

Licensing and certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact Norco College or the relevant state licensing board for trade-specific requirements.

How do I contact the school or apply?

You can reach Norco College at (951) 372-7000 or visit https://www.norcocollege.edu/Pages/index.aspx for application information.

How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?

Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data. Use the College Scorecard link to compare outcomes across institutions.

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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.

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