Trade and career programs at Northland Pioneer 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Welding | Certificate | 186 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Cosmetology and barbering | Certificate | 103 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Auto and diesel mechanic | Certificate | 54 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Medical assistant | Certificate | 28 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| LPN and CNA | Certificate | 26 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| EMT, surgical tech and imaging | Certificate | 24 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Medical billing and coding | Certificate | 20 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Construction trades | Certificate | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Medical billing and coding | Associate degree | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Cosmetology and barbering | Associate degree | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Welding | Associate degree | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| EMT, surgical tech and imaging | Associate degree | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Construction trades | Associate degree | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Auto and diesel mechanic | Associate degree | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Medical assistant | Associate degree | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Electrician | Certificate | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Massage therapy | Certificate | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Northland Pioneer College cost
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $2,280 |
|---|---|
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $16,293 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $9,034 |
Net price by family income
| Family income | Average net price |
|---|---|
| $0 to $30,000 | $8,799 |
| $30,001 to $48,000 | $8,035 |
| $48,001 to $75,000 | $10,768 |
| $75,001 to $110,000 | $11,686 |
| Over $110,000 | Not reported |
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 $36,934 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- 12% of students receive a federal Pell Grant.
- Accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Northland Pioneer College cost?
Tuition and fees are $2,280 a year (2025-26). After grants, aided students paid an average net price of $9,034 in 2024-25.
Is Northland Pioneer College accredited?
Northland Pioneer College is accredited by Higher Learning Commission, according to the Department of Education.
Other trade schools nearby
- Mesa Community College, Mesa: $2,358 a year
- Pima Community College, Tucson: $2,442 a year
- Glendale Community College, Glendale: $2,358 a year
- Rio Salado College, Tempe: $2,358 a year
- Phoenix College, Phoenix: $2,358 a year
- Arizona Western College, Yuma: $3,150 a year
More: all trade schools in Arizona · Northland Pioneer 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.