C
Average
Score: 46/100

Northshore Technical Community College

2-Year Public
📍 Lacombe, Louisiana 70445
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 35%
Outcomes
C
47/100
Affordability
B
70/100
Resources
D
35/100
Experience
C
54/100
Prestige
F
28/100

Quick Stats

5,716
Total Enrollment
35%
Graduation Rate
59%
Retention Rate
34.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$11,053
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Northshore Technical Community College

48% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 2,727 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$220,441
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,206
1-Year Change
+4.5%
For parents & investors

The Northshore Technical Community College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $220,441
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,206/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 70460 (6.1% cap, Slidell)

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🏆 Where Northshore Technical Community College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥈
Health Aide
of 4 schools
#6
Mechanic and Repair Technologies/Technicians, Other
of 8 schools
#7
Cloud Computing
of 13 schools
#12
Building/Property Maintenance
of 20 schools
#19
Electrical and Power Transmission Installation/Installer, General
of 25 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $3,214 $3,214

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
64%
Receive Pell Grants
39%
Take Out Loans
$11,053
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$8,500
$30,001 - $48,000$9,519
$48,001 - $75,000$11,369
$75,001 - $110,000$14,052
$110,001+$14,067

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications 482 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 409 grads/yr General Studies 204 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 169 grads/yr Electrician 153 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 112 grads/yr Cloud Computing 81 grads/yr Medical/Clinical Assistant 81 grads/yr Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician 80 grads/yr Mechanic and Repair Technologies/Technicians, Other 73 grads/yr Child Care Provider/Assistant 65 grads/yr Electrical and Power Transmission Installation/Installer, General 58 grads/yr Building/Property Maintenance 56 grads/yr Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General 45 grads/yr Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 44 grads/yr Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide 42 grads/yr Culinary Arts/Chef Training 34 grads/yr Health Aide 34 grads/yr Information Technology 32 grads/yr Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician 21 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Northshore Technical Community College's top programs commonly pursue.

Computer and information systems managers
$171k/yr 667,100 jobs
Computer network architects
$130k/yr 179,200 jobs
Information security analysts
$125k/yr 182,800 jobs
Computer systems analysts
$104k/yr 521,100 jobs
Computer science teachers, postsecondary
$97k/yr 44,800 jobs
Computer network support specialists
$73k/yr 152,700 jobs
Welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers
$51k/yr 457,300 jobs
Welding, soldering, and brazing machine setters, operators, and tenders
$47k/yr 38,900 jobs

Student Demographics

5,716
Total Students
53%
Women
36%
Traditional Age (18-24)
48%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 61%
Hispanic 5%
Black 30%
Asian 1%
Two or More 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 48%
With Family 52%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~2,727 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 80%
Hybrid (Some Online) 13%
Fully Online 7%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 36%
25-64 (Adult) 14%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Northshore Technical Community College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Northshore Technical Community College?
Tuition at Northshore Technical Community College is $3,214 for in-state students and $3,214 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $11,053.
What is the graduation rate at Northshore Technical Community College?
The graduation rate at Northshore Technical Community College is 35%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Northshore Technical Community College a good school?
Northshore Technical Community College has a Repit College Score of 46/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (D): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Northshore Technical Community College?
Northshore Technical Community College has a total enrollment of 5,716 students.
Is there rental demand near Northshore Technical Community College?
Yes! Approximately 48% of students at Northshore Technical Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 2,727 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Lacombe area.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology