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Northeastern Junior College
Sterling, Colorado · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 100 College Avenue, Sterling, CO 80751 · Phone: (970) 521-6600 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Northeastern Junior College is a public trade school in Sterling, Colorado, offering welding, CNA, and auto mechanic programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Northeastern Junior College has a 56.5% completion rate, below the Colorado state average of 69.2%, with graduates carrying a median debt of $9,376 and median earnings of $39,893 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Northeastern Junior College; the school participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), and about 22.5% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $44,100 | $58,590 | $69,540 |
| 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 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $38,370 | $45,750 | $49,930 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 44 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, under 300 hours | 32 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Associate degree | 20 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 15 | not reported | not reported | $6,500 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, under 300 hours | 15 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, under 300 hours | 13 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, under 300 hours | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 3 | $36,534 | $33,901 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 3 | $36,534 | $33,901 | 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
Northeastern Junior College is a public trade and career campus in Sterling, Colorado, located in a remote town setting. The school is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, and it participates in federal Title IV financial aid, meaning students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants to help pay for programs. Across its 13 program families, the campus awards the most credentials in welding schools (60 completers), CNA classes (52), and auto mechanic schools (43), with 176 total trade completers among an undergraduate enrollment of 786.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 56.5%, which is below the Colorado state average of 69.2%. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,376, and median earnings ten years after entry are $39,893. About 22.5% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of the student body qualifies for need-based aid. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus may suit students seeking hands-on, program-specific training in fields like welding, nursing assistance, and auto mechanics rather than a traditional four-year path; whether these are short certificates or associate-length programs is not reported for this campus in federal data, so career changers should confirm program length and schedule directly with the school. To verify accreditation and outcomes independently, check with the Higher Learning Commission and the ACEN, and review the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard for updated figures.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Northeastern Junior College offers 13 program families, with the most completers in welding schools (60), CNA classes (52), and auto mechanic schools (43).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the campus is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, the school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 56.5%, which is below the Colorado state average of 69.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $9,376, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are $39,893, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
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) 521-6600 or visit njc.edu for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Northeastern Junior College is a public institution, which often means lower tuition and eligibility for state funding compared to for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school to confirm schedules for specific programs.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Higher Learning Commission and the ACEN, and check outcomes on the College Scorecard at collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?127732.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Program length and schedule flexibility are not reported for this campus in federal data, so career changers should confirm details directly with the school before enrolling.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school for program-specific certification information.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Northeastern Junior College at (970) 521-6600 or through its website at njc.edu.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported in federal data; check the College Scorecard for similar programs in the region.
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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.