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Northeast Community College
Norfolk, Nebraska · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 801 E Benjamin, Norfolk, NE 68702 · Phone: (402) 371-2020 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Northeast Community College is a public trade and career school in Norfolk, Nebraska, offering welding, LPN, and lineman programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Northeast Community College has a 55.8% completion rate, below the Nebraska average of 61.0%, with median graduate debt of $11,000 and median earnings of $42,634 ten years after entry.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Northeast Community College; federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here, with 16.3% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $43,850 | $52,220 | $61,810 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $50,890 | $62,660 | $71,860 |
| Electrical power-line installers and repairers | $52,930 | $92,150 | $108,570 |
| Construction laborers | $36,400 | $47,260 | $55,550 |
| Medical records specialists | $38,620 | $51,670 | $62,960 |
| Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists | $44,010 | $59,140 | $65,200 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $36,770 | $50,560 | $62,710 |
| Electricians | $40,400 | $60,820 | $79,130 |
| Machinists | $39,770 | $55,860 | $67,430 |
| Medical assistants | $37,940 | $47,370 | $50,010 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $54,410 | $72,860 | $82,650 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $43,540 | $59,850 | $74,160 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters | $42,830 | $60,970 | $81,900 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $35,060 | $41,710 | $52,070 |
| Surgical technologists | $49,870 | $63,880 | $68,840 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $39,650 | $60,510 | $81,660 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Nebraska (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 38 | $35,737 | $34,704 | $5,500 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 36 | not reported | not reported | $11,099 |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Associate degree | 35 | $57,263 | $52,107 | $12,000 |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Associate degree | 32 | not reported | $33,993 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 26 | $36,827 | $39,489 | $11,739 |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Associate degree | 19 | $57,263 | $52,107 | $12,000 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 15 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 13 | $36,827 | $39,489 | $11,739 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate degree | 12 | not reported | $30,771 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 12 | $36,827 | $39,489 | $11,739 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 10 | not reported | $38,337 | $10,950 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 9 | $35,942 | $38,597 | $12,000 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Associate degree | 9 | $45,138 | $38,829 | not reported |
| Plumbing and Related Water Supply Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 8 | $35,737 | $34,704 | $5,500 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | $35,737 | $34,704 | $5,500 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 2 | not reported | $38,337 | $10,950 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 2 | $35,942 | $38,597 | $12,000 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 1 | not reported | $38,337 | $10,950 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 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
Northeast Community College is a public community college located in Norfolk, Nebraska, in a remote town setting. The school is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, with additional programmatic accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used at this campus. Among its 21 program families, the most-awarded trade programs are welding schools (38 completions), LPN/LVN programs (36 completions), and lineman schools (35 completions).
According to the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, the campus has a completion rate of 55.8%, which is below the Nebraska state average of 61.0%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $11,000, and median earnings ten years after entry were $42,634. About 16.3% of students receive Pell Grants. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
With a mix of shorter trade certificates in fields like welding and lineman work alongside longer LPN nursing training, this campus can suit both students starting a first career and adults changing careers, though specific program lengths are not detailed here and should be confirmed directly with the school. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status and outcome data through the College Scorecard or by contacting Northeast Community College directly, since program offerings and costs can change from year to year.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Northeast Community College offers 21 program families, with the most-awarded being welding schools, LPN/LVN programs, and lineman schools. Other program families include construction trades, diesel and auto mechanics, electrician training, CNC machining, medical assisting, radiology tech, HVAC, plumbing, EMT training, surgical tech, and culinary schools.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited. Its institutional accreditor is the Higher Learning Commission, with additional program-level accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal student aid programs, so students can use FAFSA-based aid, including Pell Grants, here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 55.8%, compared to a Nebraska state average of 61.0%, placing this campus below the state average per Scorecard data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates who borrowed had a median debt of $11,000, per the College Scorecard.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are $42,634, 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 (402) 371-2020 or visit northeast.edu for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Northeast Community College is a public institution, which typically means lower tuition for state residents and accountability to state oversight compared to for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in the data provided; prospective students should contact the school directly to confirm program duration for programs like welding or LPN training.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation status and review federal outcome data directly through the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?181491.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers both shorter trade certificate programs, like welding and lineman training, and longer nursing programs like LPN, which may suit different needs, but specific scheduling or adult-learner services are not reported in this data; contact the school to confirm fit.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Northeast Community College at (402) 371-2020 or visit https://northeast.edu/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on other nearby schools is not included here; use the College Scorecard link at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?181491 to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings 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.