- The Louisiana Technical College (LTC) delivers instructional programs which provide skilled employees for business and industry that contribute to the overall economic development and workforce needs of the state. The LTC provides individuals with quality and relevant learning opportunities consistent with identified student and business and industry needs within a life-long learning environment.
School Highlights
Northshore Technical Community College serves 3,552 students (40% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is same as the state community college average of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 55%.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Enrollment: 3,552 students
- In-state tuition: $3,580
- Out-state tuition: $6,342
- Student:teacher ratio: 17:1
- Minority enrollment: 47%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Northshore Technical Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 203 teachers has grown by 100% over five years.
Northshore Technical Community College
(LA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
203 staff
37 staff

School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Northshore Technical Community College has declined by 28% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 has decreased from 23:1 over five years.
The Northshore Technical Community College diversity score of 0.61 is less than the state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has declined by 13% over five years.
Total Enrollment
3,552 students
682 students

Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1

# Full-Time Students
1,424 students
287 students

# Part-Time Students
2,128 students
395 students



# Enrollment Undergraduate
233 students
233 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,424 students
284 students

# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
18 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
1,093 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
1 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
217 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
1%

% Asian
1%
2%

% Hispanic
4%
5%

% Black
31%
33%

% White
53%
45%

% Hawaiian
1%
1%

% Two or more races
2%
2%

% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
8%
10%


Diversity Score
0.61
0.68

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
25%
36%

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
1.87%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$31,100
$31,100

Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $3,580 is more than the state average of $2,971. The in-state tuition has declined by 12% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $6,342 is more than the state average of $6,101. The out-state tuition has grown by 54% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,580
$2,971

Out-State Tuition Fees
$6,342
$6,101

% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
95%
94%

Median Debt for Graduates
$10,500
$12,567

Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,517
$5,500

Acceptance Rate
n/a
79%
ACT Composite
n/a
21
ACT English
n/a
21
ACT Math
n/a
20
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Louisiana Technical College provides statewide technical and vocational education and is composed of seven districts with forty campuses, each consisting of a multicultural population encompassing much diversification in the way of ideas, traditions, values, skills, and arts. This college is governed by the Louisiana Community and Technical College System (LCTCS) Board of Supervisors, which in turn comes under regulations set forth by the Louisiana Board of Regents for Higher Education. The Louisiana Technical College works closely with local and statewide industry to bring the latest training programs to our students. Each campus offers customized training programs. The Accrediting Commission of the Council on Occupational Education (COE) accredits each individual campus of the Louisiana Technical College.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Northshore Technical Community College cost?
Northshore Technical Community College's tuition is approximately $3,580 for In-State students and $6,342 for Out-State students.
What schools are Northshore Technical Community College often compared to?
Northshore Technical Community Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Delgado Community College by visitors of our site.
What is Northshore Technical Community College's ranking?
Northshore Technical Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Louisiana for: Largest student body.
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