Northland Community and Technical College

Overview

Northland Community and Technical College (NCTC), located in Thief River Falls, Minnesota, is a public two-year college that is part of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system. Established in 1949, NCTC serves the northwestern region of Minnesota and offers a variety of certificate, diploma, and associate degree programs. Notably, the college is recognized for its specialized programs in aerospace, agriculture, and health sciences. NCTC boasts a suburban campus setting with spaciously laid out facilities. While the college does not provide on-campus housing, it offers resources to assist students in finding local accommodations. With an open admissions policy, NCTC provides accessible higher education opportunities for a diverse student body seeking career-focused training or a pathway to four-year universities.

Northland Community and Technical College has an open admission policy which permits enrollment by any high school graduate or GED holding student.  838 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,657 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $5,626 plus fees of $617.