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Northshore Technical Community College

Lacombe, LA·Public·2,505 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for families looking for lower cost and students who prefer a mid-size campus. graduation rate is below 40%. a public school with 2,505 students.

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2,505
Students
$10,773
Net Price
38%
Grad Rate
$29,734
Earnings
10 yr
$12,000
Debt

About This School

Northshore Technical Community College is a public institution located in Lacombe, Louisiana with approximately 2,505 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $10,773 per year. The graduation rate is 38%, and the typical graduate earns $29,734 within 10 years of enrollment.

Worth considering if you're looking for an affordable, career-focused path — at roughly $9,942 per year after aid and a median graduation debt of just $7,772, the financial risk here is genuinely low compared to most institutions. The small enrollment of around 2,156 students suggests a tighter-knit environment, which can be a plus for hands-on technical programs. Just go in with clear career goals, since community college outcomes depend heavily on what you do with the credential afterward.

Setting
Fringe rural
Avg Faculty Salary
$5,446

Popular Programs

Computer Science25%
Health Professions14%
Business & Marketing2%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$4,299
Out-of-State Tuition
$4,299
Avg Net Price
$10,773
after aid

Net Price by Family Income

Under $30k$9,584
$30–48k$10,300
$48–75k$12,568
$75–110k$15,072
$110k+$16,668

Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants24%
Median debt at graduation$12,000

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
38%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
N/A
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$29,734
after enrollment
Median Debt
$12,000
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$12,000
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$27,306
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$29,734
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 2.5x

Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White50%
Black39%
Hispanic/Latino6%
Two or more races4%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (2,505 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Northshore Technical Community College

65556 Centerpoint Blvd.

Lacombe, LA 70445

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Northshore Technical Community College cost?

The average net price at Northshore Technical Community College is about $10,773 per year after grants and scholarships, based on federal data. Your actual cost depends on your family's finances and aid package.

What is the graduation rate at Northshore Technical Community College?

Northshore Technical Community College has a graduation rate of 38%, according to U.S. Department of Education data.

Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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