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North Idaho College
Coeur d'Alene, Idaho · Public community college
Address: 1000 West Garden Avenue, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814 · Phone: (208) 769-3300 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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North Idaho College is a public trade and career school in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, offering auto mechanic, diesel mechanic, and medical assistant programs, accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
North Idaho College's completion rate is 37.5%, below the state average of 71.0%, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard; median graduate debt is $9,000 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $40,081.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for North Idaho College; the school does participate in federal financial aid (Title IV), and about 23.8% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $34,570 | $48,420 | $62,660 |
| Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists | $45,960 | $59,230 | $69,370 |
| Medical assistants | $35,500 | $44,700 | $48,160 |
| Surgical technologists | $48,430 | $72,550 | $77,640 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $40,370 | $50,530 | $59,350 |
| Dental hygienists | $85,610 | $94,650 | $98,410 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $47,890 | $63,800 | $74,050 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $60,540 | $80,080 | $97,610 |
| Construction laborers | $36,560 | $46,940 | $55,030 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $38,660 | $56,240 | $67,030 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $33,590 | $52,000 | $66,930 |
| Machinists | $38,450 | $58,810 | $71,070 |
| Medical records specialists | $39,930 | $53,460 | $64,470 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Idaho (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 18 | $35,896 | $30,554 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 17 | $35,896 | $30,554 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 16 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 15 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 14 | $46,148 | $38,289 | $16,145 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 10 | $44,784 | not reported | $9,000 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 9 | $41,039 | $32,391 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 8 | $28,754 | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 7 | $44,784 | not reported | $9,000 |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | not reported | $29,685 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | $35,896 | $30,554 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 5 | $28,754 | not reported | not reported |
| Carpenters | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate degree | 2 | $28,464 | $30,119 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | $41,039 | $32,391 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 2–4 years | 2 | $41,039 | $32,391 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | 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
North Idaho College is a public community college located in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, in a small-city setting. The school participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), meaning eligible students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants. It holds accreditation from the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, along with program-specific accreditors including the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation, the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education, and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology. Among its 23 trade and career programs, the most-awarded are auto mechanic schools (30 completions), diesel mechanic schools (23), and medical assistant programs (18).
Federal data show a completion rate of 37.5%, which is below the state average of 71.0%. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,000, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $40,081. About 23.8% of students receive Pell Grants. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
With a broad mix of short technical certificates (auto, diesel, welding, HVAC, CNC machining) and longer clinical programs (dental hygiene, radiologic technology, surgical technology), the campus can serve both first-time students and adult career-changers, though specific program lengths and schedules are not detailed here and should be confirmed with the school directly. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status and outcome data through the College Scorecard or by contacting the college.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
North Idaho College offers 23 trade and career programs, with the most completions in auto mechanic schools, diesel mechanic schools, and medical assistant programs. Other program families include welding, dental hygiene, LPN, radiology technology, HVAC, culinary, CNC machining, and medical billing and coding.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, North Idaho College is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, along with several program-specific accreditors including the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and 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 eligible students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 37.5%, which is below the state average of 71.0%, according to federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $9,000, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $40,081, per federal 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 for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
North Idaho College is a public school, which typically means lower tuition for state residents and eligibility for state-funded aid programs in addition to federal aid.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in the available data; contact the school directly at (208) 769-3300 or visit nic.edu for program duration details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation and outcomes through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?142443, or by contacting the school directly.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers a mix of shorter technical programs (auto, diesel, welding, HVAC) and longer clinical programs (dental hygiene, radiologic technology), which may suit adult career-changers, though specific scheduling details are not reported here.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach North Idaho College at (208) 769-3300 or through its website, https://www.nic.edu/.
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.