Trade and career programs at Colorado Northwestern Community College
Certificate and associate programs in the trades we track. One-year earnings are for graduates of 2020-21 and 2021-22, four-year earnings for graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, both in 2024 dollars.
| Program | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auto and diesel mechanic | Certificate | 24 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Dental assisting and hygiene | Associate degree | 23 | $66,206 | $75,267 | $19,070 |
| Cosmetology and barbering | Certificate | 12 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| LPN and CNA | Certificate | 9 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Auto and diesel mechanic | Associate degree | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Colorado Northwestern Community College cost
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $4,747 |
|---|---|
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $18,368 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $7,930 |
Net price by family income
| Family income | Average net price |
|---|---|
| $0 to $30,000 | $4,576 |
| $30,001 to $48,000 | $1,891 |
| $48,001 to $75,000 | $5,350 |
| $75,001 to $110,000 | $8,119 |
| Over $110,000 | $15,347 |
Program prices often differ from the school-wide figure, and tools, uniforms or licensing exams can add to them. Ask the school for the full price of the program you want.
Outcomes and students
- Former students earned a median of $48,627 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $12,000 in federal student loans.
- 16% of students receive a federal Pell Grant.
- Accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Colorado Northwestern Community College cost?
Tuition and fees are $4,747 a year (2025-26). After grants, aided students paid an average net price of $7,930 in 2024-25.
How much do Colorado Northwestern Community College graduates earn?
Dental assisting and hygiene associate degree graduates had the highest median earnings of the programs we track: $66,206 one year after finishing.
Is Colorado Northwestern Community College accredited?
Colorado Northwestern Community College is accredited by Higher Learning Commission, according to the Department of Education.
Other trade schools nearby
- Front Range Community College, Westminster: $4,668 a year
- Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts-Boulder, Boulder: $22,597 a year
- Colorado Mesa University, Grand Junction: $10,257 a year
- Emily Griffith Technical College, Denver: $12,175 a year
- Arapahoe Community College, Littleton: $4,626 a year
- Red Rocks Community College, Lakewood: $5,016 a year
More: all trade schools in Colorado · Colorado Northwestern Community College on the College Scorecard
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard (institution and field of study files), data release of October 15, 2026. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working, not enrolled. What each figure covers.