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Northeastern Junior College

Sterling, CO·Public·www.njc.edu/

Campus Identity

Northeastern Junior College is a public community college in Sterling, CO. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 51/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Northeastern Junior College is a public community college in Sterling, CO. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 51/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Acceptance Rate
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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$4,601
In-State Tuition
+$642 fees
$6,902
Out-of-State Tuition
+$642 fees
$8,228
Room & Board
19 meals/week
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Yield Rate
Admitted students who enrolled
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

1,000–4,999

Town setting

Ski Access

135 miles

Eldora Mountain Resort

Weather

Cold Climate

44°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

135 mi away
680 skiable acres10 lifts
75 skiable acres5 lifts
137 mi away
60 skiable acres3 lifts

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Sterling, CO

29°Jan32°Feb42°Mar50°Apr60°May71°Jun77°Jul74°Aug65°Sep51°Oct39°Nov29°Dec

Station: STERLING · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

51/100
Less Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety545540
54/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
55/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
40/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$4,601$6,902
Fees
$642$642
Room & Board
$8,228$8,228
Total
$13,471$15,772
In-StateOut-of-State
Meal Plan: 19 meals/week

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

28 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
177 grads/yr$45,306
Precision Metal WorkingCertificate
57 grads/yr
Accounting and Related ServicesCertificate
48 grads/yr
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/TechniciansCertificate
37 grads/yr$66,932
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing AssistantsCertificate
32 grads/yr

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's1 grads$76,858
Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians
Certificate23 grads$75,838
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
Associate's6 grads$70,530
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
Certificate37 grads$66,932
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Certificate6 grads$46,921
Agricultural Production Operations
Certificate10 grads$46,609
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's177 grads$45,306
Agricultural Production Operations
Associate's9 grads$44,537
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Certificate grads$41,000
Precision Metal Working
Certificate57 grads

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Northeastern Junior College located?

Northeastern Junior College is located in Sterling, CO. The main campus address is 100 College Avenue, Sterling, CO. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Northeastern Junior College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Northeastern Junior College charges $4,601/year for in-state students and $6,902/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board ($8,228/year), the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $7,544/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Northeastern Junior College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Northeastern Junior College the right fit for me?

Whether Northeastern Junior College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($6,902/year out-of-state), campus culture in Sterling, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Northeastern Junior College against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Northeastern Junior College directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Sterling, CO
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Cold · 44°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
51/100
Nearest Airport
Sidney, NE (SNY) · 34 mialso BFF (88 mi), CYS (92 mi)

Location

Sterling, CO

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.