Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 35.7%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $40,081
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $9,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 13:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 37.4%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $95/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate | $63,005 | $10,764 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Certificate | $42,682 | |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Certificate | $38,289 | $16,145 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Associate | $38,289 | |
| Precision Metal Working. | Certificate | $32,391 | |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies. | Certificate | $30,554 | |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Associate | $30,119 | |
| Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $29,685 | |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR). | Certificate | $29,685 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate | $27,150 | |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate | $20,461 | $8,450 |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Associate | $20,140 |
Outcomes Overview
North Idaho College graduates carry a median debt of $9,000, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of just 22% against their $40,081 median salary after 10 years. Monthly loan payments of $95 represent only 3% of typical graduate income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The 95.3% employment rate reflects strong job placement in the region's growing healthcare, hospitality, and trades sectors around Coeur d'Alene's resort economy. Many graduates transfer to four-year universities or enter skilled positions at local employers like Kootenai Health and regional manufacturing companies. With low debt burdens and solid earning potential in a relatively affordable area, North Idaho College delivers a strong return on investment for students seeking practical career training or affordable college transfer preparation.