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North Idaho College

1000 West Garden Avenue
Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814

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North Idaho College Photo #1 - North Idaho College (NIC) is a comprehensive community college located on the stunning shores of Lake Coeur d'Alene.

North Idaho College Photo #2 - NIC has a stunning campus and landscaping, which adds to its lakeside beauty. NIC is honored annually as a Tree Campus USA by the Arbor Day Foundation.

North Idaho College Photo #3 - NIC's Yap-Keehn-Um beach is situated along Lake Coeur d'Alene and Spokane River. It offers beach rentals, a dock, sand volleyball courts, and lots of room for fun in the sun.

North Idaho College Photo #4 - North Idaho College sits on land that has a rich history. From the time when the Coeur d'Alene Tribe used these lands as a gathering place, through the U.S. Army's use of the pristine land for a fort, through the current use as an educational facility, this special place on the shores of Lake Coeur d'Alene.

North Idaho College Photo #5 - Christianson gymnasium is the home of the NIC Cardinals. NIC offers basketball, soccer, golf, wrestling, volleyball, softball, and cheerleading.

North Idaho College Photo #6 - The state-of-the-art Meyer Health and Sciences Building is home to NIC's Health Professions, Nursing Division, and Natural Sciences Division. Its amenities include simulation labs, an virtual anatomatage table, and radiography C-Arm.

North Idaho College Photo #7 - NIC is one of the few community colleges nationwide that offer campus housing. The Residence Hall, opened for occupancy in September 2002, provides modern, comfortable accommodations for 198 students.

North Idaho College Photo #8 - The Schuler Performing Arts Center located in Boswell Hall, is home to NIC music and theatre performances as well as many community and touring events.

North Idaho College Photo #9 - NIC's Student Wellness and Recreation (SWRC) offers programs to the NIC campus community through three programs; Group Fitness, Outdoor Pursuits, and Recreational Sports. Access to the SWRC is included in full-time student fees.

North Idaho College Photo #10 - NIC is a walking campus with easy access to buildings and parking lots, even in winter. The college is just a short walk to downtown Coeur d'Alene and the CdA Resort. This region offers outdoor adventures in both summer and winter -- all just a short drive away.

Founded in 1933, North Idaho College is a comprehensive community college located on the beautiful shores of Lake Coeur Alene. NIC offers more than 80 degrees and certificates in a wide spectrum of academic transfer, professional-technical, and general education programs to more than 4,856 credit students and 7,595 non-credit students each year.

School Highlights

North Idaho College serves 4,737 students (38% of students are full-time).

The college's student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the state community college average of 16:1.

Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 25%.

Quick Stats (2023)

Enrollment: 4,737 students
In-state tuition: $3,214
Out-state tuition: $7,966
Student:teacher ratio: 7:1
Minority enrollment: 18%
Source: Verified school update

School Overview

The teacher population of 691 teachers has grown by 160% over five years.

North Idaho College

(ID) Community College Avg.

Carnegie Classification

Associates Colleges

Institution Level

At least 2 but less than 4 years

Institution Control

Public

Total Faculty

691 staff

339 staff

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School Calendar

Link to School Calendar

Student Body

The student population of North Idaho College has declined by 12% over five years.

The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 has stayed the same over five years.

The North Idaho College diversity score of 0.32 is less than the state average of 0.42. The school's diversity has declined by 14% over five years.

Total Enrollment

4,737 students

Student : Teacher Ratio

7:1

16:1

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# Full-Time Students

1,790 students

# Part-Time Students

2,947 students

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# Enrollment Undergraduate

308 students

452 students

# Full-Time Undergraduate Students

1,790 students

# Part-Time Undergraduate Students

2,947 students

Total Dormitory Capacity

198 students

544 students

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% American Indian/Alaskan

n/a

% Asian

% Hispanic

% Black

% White

82%

75%

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% Hawaiian

n/a

% Two or more races

% Non Resident races

n/a

% Unknown races

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This chart display the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in ID.

Diversity Score

0.32

0.42

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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)

28%

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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)

n/a

5.62%

Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)

$33,900

$30,000

This chart display average graduate earnings (10 Years) of North Idaho College and community college average graduate earnings (10 Years) of ID by year, disaggregated by student subgroups with the latest 2012-13 school year data.

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $3,214 is less than the state average of $3,634. The in-state tuition has declined by 32% over four years.

The public out-state tuition of $7,966 is more than the state average of $7,627. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.

In-State Tuition Fees

$3,214

$3,634

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Out-State Tuition Fees

$7,966

$7,627

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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid

89%

This chart display the percent of students who is receiving some financial aid in North Idaho College and the percent of community college students who is receiving some financial aid in ID by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.

Median Debt for Graduates

$9,000

$11,500

This chart display median debt for students who have completed a certificate or degree in North Idaho College and average median debt for community college students who have completed a certificate or degree in ID by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.

Median Debt for Dropouts

$5,250

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Acceptance Rate

n/a

97%

SAT Reading

n/a

515

SAT Math

n/a

510

ACT Composite

n/a

ACT English

n/a

ACT Math

n/a

Sports

Total Sports Offered

7 sports

Sports

Basketball, Cheering, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Volleyball, Wrestling

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

25 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:
American Indian Student Alliance, Aspiring Artists Club, Business Professionals of America, Cardinal Geology Club, Computer Science and Technology Club, LDSSA - Institute Club, NIC Student Nurses Association, Phi Theta Kappa, Publications Club, Theater Club, TRiO Club, Veterans Club

Arts and Music Programs:
Cardinal Chamber Ensemble, Cardinal Choral, Cardinal Pep Band, Cardinal Singers, Cardinal Voices, NIC Jazz Band, Theatre program - Open Calls, Wind Symphony

Recreational Athletic Programs:
Climbing Wall, Group Fitness Program, Outdoor Pursuits, Rec Sports Team Sports/Activities, Student Wellness & Recreation Center

Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

School Notes

Founded in 1933, North Idaho College is a comprehensive community college located on the beautiful shores of Lake Coeur d'Alene.
NIC offers more than 80 degrees and certificates in a wide spectrum of academic transfer, professional-technical, and general education programs. Approximately 4,856 students are enrolled in credit classes and more than 7,595 participate annually in non-credit courses. NIC operates with an open-door admissions policy to meet the needs of individuals with divergent interests and abilities. NIC also plays a key role in economic development by preparing competent, trained employees for area businesses, industries, and governmental agencies.
NIC's five-county service area spans more than 7,000 square miles. The college serves this vast region through outreach centers in Bonners Ferry, Kellogg, and Ponderay, as well as through an extensive array of Internet and interactive video conferencing courses. As one of three community colleges in the state, North Idaho College works to provide a variety of career pathways for students from fast-paced, one-credit classes to certificates and transfer degrees.
NIC works closely with the University of Idaho, Lewis-Clark State College, Idaho State University, and Boise State University to provide transfer options for students. NIC offers a variety of student government and club opportunities for students with a wide range of interests and is known nationally for its competitive athletics programs.
NIC is located amid the four-season beauty of North Idaho's world-famous recreation area. Outdoor activities include skiing, hiking, hunting, boating, fishing, backpacking, camping, swimming, and the ever-popular studying on the beach.
NIC's campus lies within the city limits of Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, a lakeside city with a growing population of 38,388 residents. Metropolitan amenities are close by with Spokane, Washington, a city of 195,695, just 30 minutes away and a Spokane - Coeur d'Alene metropolitan area of more than 700,000.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does North Idaho College cost?

North Idaho College's tuition is approximately $3,214 for In-State students and $7,966 for Out-State students.

What schools are North Idaho College often compared to?

North Idaho Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like College of Western Idaho by visitors of our site.

What sports does North Idaho College offer?

North Idaho College offers 7 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Volleyball and Wrestling.

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Quick Stats (2023)

Enrollment: 4,737 students
In-state tuition: $3,214
Out-state tuition: $7,966
Student:teacher ratio: 7:1
Minority enrollment: 18%
Source: Verified school update

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Did You Know?

For Idaho public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $3,634 per year for in-state students and $7,627 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $3,950 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

Idaho community colleges have a diversity score of 0.42, which is lower than the national average of 0.70. The most diverse community college in Idaho is Stevens-Henager College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.